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Cardiac catheterization (dye test)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34441
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiology Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0718
- Available Online
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This pamphlet will help you learn about having a cardiac catheterization (dye test) and what to expect after going home. This test shows the arteries that supply your heart muscle with oxygen, and how well your heart muscle and valves are working. This pamphlet describes how the test is done, getting ready for the test, and what will happen on the day of the test. What to expect if the test is done through your groin or wrist is explained. Information on what to expect after the test includes: …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiology Services
- Alternate Title
- Dye test
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (17 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Heart Function Tests
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cardiac catheterization
- Heart function tests
- Specialty
- Cardiovascular System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet will help you learn about having a cardiac catheterization (dye test) and what to expect after going home. This test shows the arteries that supply your heart muscle with oxygen, and how well your heart muscle and valves are working. This pamphlet describes how the test is done, getting ready for the test, and what will happen on the day of the test. What to expect if the test is done through your groin or wrist is explained. Information on what to expect after the test includes: when you can eat, medications, when you can take off the dressing, when you can have a bath, when you can go home, and when you can drive. What to do if you have bleeding and when to seek medical attention is explained. The French version of this pamphlet 1120, "Cathétérisme Cardiaque (test avec colorant)", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Cardiology Services, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 0718
Cardiac Day Unit
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34399
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiac Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2017.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0719
- Available Online
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This pamphlet explains some of the procedures that are carried out at the Cardiac Day Unit such as: cardiac catheterization, angioplasty (balloon), catheter ablation and ASD/PFO closure. These procedures are all defined. It provides directions to the Cardiac Day Unit and how to arrange an overnight stay at Point Pleasant Lodge. Other topics covered are: what to bring/what not to bring to the Cardiac Day Unit, when you can drive again, returning to work, services offered, and parking at the QEII…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiac Services
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2017
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (12 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Angioplasty
- Catheter Ablation
- Heart Septal Defects, Atrial - surgery
- Foramen Ovale, Patent - surgery
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains some of the procedures that are carried out at the Cardiac Day Unit such as: cardiac catheterization, angioplasty (balloon), catheter ablation and ASD/PFO closure. These procedures are all defined. It provides directions to the Cardiac Day Unit and how to arrange an overnight stay at Point Pleasant Lodge. Other topics covered are: what to bring/what not to bring to the Cardiac Day Unit, when you can drive again, returning to work, services offered, and parking at the QEII. A contact number for the Cardiac Day Unit is given. The French version of this pamphlet 1729, "Unité de soins cardiaques de jour", is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: Cardiac Pre-Assessment Clinic for same day procedures
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Cardiology, QEII, Halifax
- Pamphlet Number
- 0719
PFO/ASD closure : patent foramen ovali (PFO), atrial septal defect (ASD)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35353
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cardiac Day Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2017.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1442
- Available Online
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During a PFO/ASD closure, a puncture (small hole) is made in your groin so that the doctor can put a special catheter (tube) into your vein. A special closure device is put through the catheter and carefully moved to the right spot in your heart. The doctor watches this process on monitors. It then opens up and covers both sides of the hole in your heart. What to bring to the hospital, what to expect before, during and after the procedure are reviewed. Details are given about how to care for y…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cardiac Day Unit
- Alternate Title
- Patent foramen ovali (PFO), atrial septal defect (ASD)
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2017
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Foramen Ovale, Patent
- Heart Septal Defects, Atrial
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Atrial septal defects
- Cardiac catheterization
- Abstract
- During a PFO/ASD closure, a puncture (small hole) is made in your groin so that the doctor can put a special catheter (tube) into your vein. A special closure device is put through the catheter and carefully moved to the right spot in your heart. The doctor watches this process on monitors. It then opens up and covers both sides of the hole in your heart. What to bring to the hospital, what to expect before, during and after the procedure are reviewed. Details are given about how to care for yourself when you go home. A list of symptoms that require a visit an Emergency Department is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Cardiac Day Unit
- Pamphlet Number
- 1442
Unité de soins cardiaques de jour
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35780
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiac Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2017.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1729
- Available Online
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Le présent livret explique certaines des interventions faites à l’Unité de soins cardiaques de jour comme le cathétérisme cardiaque, l’angioplastie (ballonnet), l’ablation par cathéter et la fermeture d’une communication interauriculaire (CIA) ou du foramen ovale perméable (FOP). Toutes ces interventions sont décrites. Le livret explique comment se rendre à l’Unité de soins cardiaques de jour et les dispositions à prendre pour passer une nuitée à l’hôtel Point Pleasant Lodge. Les autres sujets …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiac Services
- Alternate Title
- Cardiac day unit
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2017
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (13 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Angioplasty
- Catheter Ablation
- Heart Septal Defects, Atrial - surgery
- Foramen Ovale, Patent - surgery
- Abstract
- Le présent livret explique certaines des interventions faites à l’Unité de soins cardiaques de jour comme le cathétérisme cardiaque, l’angioplastie (ballonnet), l’ablation par cathéter et la fermeture d’une communication interauriculaire (CIA) ou du foramen ovale perméable (FOP). Toutes ces interventions sont décrites. Le livret explique comment se rendre à l’Unité de soins cardiaques de jour et les dispositions à prendre pour passer une nuitée à l’hôtel Point Pleasant Lodge. Les autres sujets traités sont : quoi apporter et ne pas apporter à l’Unité de soins cardiaques de jour, la conduite automobile après l’intervention, le retour au travail, les services offerts et le stationnement au QEII. Un numéro pour joindre l’Unité de soins cardiaques de jour est fourni.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0719, "Cardiac Day Unit". This pamphlet explains some of the procedures that are carried out at the Cardiac Day Unit such as: cardiac catheterization, angioplasty (balloon), catheter ablation and ASD/PFO closure. These procedures are all defined. It provides directions to the Cardiac Day Unit and how to arrange an overnight stay at Point Pleasant Lodge. Other topics covered are: what to bring/what not to bring to the Cardiac Day Unit, when you can drive again, returning to work, services offered, and parking at the QEII. A contact number for the Cardiac Day Unit is given.
- Notes
- Previous title: Cardiac Pre-Assessment Clinic for same day procedures
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Cardiology, QEII, Halifax
- Pamphlet Number
- 1729
