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Computerized Tomography (CT) Scan Preparation (Burnaby Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

A computerized tomography (CT) scan is a sophisticated x-ray procedure whose images are of greater clarity and detail than those produced by conventional x-ray procedures. The information on this factsheet outlines how the test is performed and the specific preparations that should be taken by the patient prior to having the scan done. (English) Black & White

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252606
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Having an Ultrasound-guided Breast Biopsy (Lower Mainland) [English] Permalink Public

An ultrasound-guided breast biopsy means taking one or more samples of tissue to be examined by the laboratory. This sheet tells you what to expect. (English) Colour

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264604
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Caring for a Wound Treated with Skin Glue (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Skin glue, also called liquid stitches or suture glue, is a special medical glue used to close wounds or cuts after a procedure or surgery. It can be used on its own, or with stitches (sutures), staples, or white skin tapes (steri-strips). (English) Colour

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266254
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Stroke Prevention and Neurology Clinic (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

The clinic offers people access to treatment to prevent stroke. People are referred to the clinic after a hospital visit to Emergency or a hospital admission because of a recent transient ischemic attack (TIA). (English) Colour

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English (266204), Chinese - Simplified (266253), Chinese - Traditional (266252), Punjabi (266251)

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266204
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Having an Endovaginal Ultrasound Scan [English] Permalink Public

You are having a special type of pelvic ultrasound. This sheet tells you what to expect. We review it in more detail before the scan. (English) Colour

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English (267272), Chinese - Simplified (266326), Chinese - Traditional (266325), Farsi (266327), French (266328), Korean (266329), Punjabi (266330), Spanish (266331), Vietnamese (266332)

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267272
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Having an Ultrasound Scan [English] Permalink Public

You are having an ultrasound scan. This sheet tells you what to expect. We review it in more detail during your appointment. (English) Colour

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English (267268), Chinese - Simplified (266336), Chinese - Traditional (266335), Farsi (266337), French (266338), Korean (266339), Punjabi (266340), Spanish (266341), Vietnamese (266342)

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267268
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Having a Prostate Ultrasound (Transrectal Ultrasound or TRUS) [English] Permalink Public

This sheet tells you about having a prostate ultrasound. It explains how to prepare and what to expect before, during, and after the ultrasound. we review it in more detail before the scan. (English) Colour

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268007
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Echocardiogram Using Contrast [English] Permalink Public

This sheet tell you about having a echocardiogram using contrast. It explains how to prepare and what to expect before, during after the echocardiogram. We review it in more detail before the procedure. (English) Colour

Catalogue Number:
267905
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Bland Embolization: Treating Liver Tumours [English] Permalink Public

Bland embolization is a way to treat tumours in the liver. Tumours need blood to grow. Bland embolization uses x-ray dye and small particles to block the supply of blood to the tumour. This helps stop the tumour from growing. Learn about what to expect before, during, and after a bland embolization. (English) Colour

Catalogue Number:
267568
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Lead Shields – No Longer Routine (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

For years, we have covered reproductive organs with a lead shield. Today, we no longer need to use the lead shield. This resource explains why. (English) Colour

Catalogue Number:
267532
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