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After the Breast Biopsy

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37868
IWK. Breast Health, IWK. Diagnostic Imaging. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0895
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If your core biopsy is benign, it will be recommended that you return in 6 months time to have a repeat mammogram of the breast that the biopsy was taken from. This appointment will be booked by IWK Central Booking Office and will be faxed to your family doctor's office. Your family doctor's office will then notify you of the date and time of your repeat mammogram appointment.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Breast Health
IWK. Diagnostic Imaging
Alternate Title
Patient Information
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2021
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Delivery of health care
Hospitalization
Women's Health
Surgical Procedures, Operative
Therapeutics
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Neoplasms
Health Services
Blood
Subjects (LCSH)
Women--Health and hygiene
Therapeutics
Surgery, Operative
Cancers
Hospital patients
Health services administration
Diagnosis
Medical Care
Blood
Abstract
If your core biopsy is benign, it will be recommended that you return in 6 months time to have a repeat mammogram of the breast that the biopsy was taken from. This appointment will be booked by IWK Central Booking Office and will be faxed to your family doctor's office. Your family doctor's office will then notify you of the date and time of your repeat mammogram appointment.
Notes
Formerly titled "Post Core Biopsy Of The Breast".
Responsibility
IWK Breast Health, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0895
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Breast Biopsy / Lumpectomy at the IWK Health Centre

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37909
IWK. Breast Health, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Capital Health, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0975
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You and your surgeon have discussed the results of your tests and you are now ready for the next steps in your care. We want you to learn what to expect before, during and after your breast surgery. There are a number of people who will be involved in your care. You and your family are the most important members of the team. Team members are: your surgeon and resident surgeons; nurses in the Breast Health Clinic, Pre-op/ Day Surgery, Operating Room, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit; the anesthetis…
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Corporate Author
IWK. Breast Health
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
Capital Health
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics
Alternate Title
Patient and Family Education Guide
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Mastectomy, Segmental
Patient Care Team
Perioperative Care
Subjects (LCSH)
Breast--Cancer--Surgery
Lumpectomy
Abstract
You and your surgeon have discussed the results of your tests and you are now ready for the next steps in your care. We want you to learn what to expect before, during and after your breast surgery. There are a number of people who will be involved in your care. You and your family are the most important members of the team. Team members are: your surgeon and resident surgeons; nurses in the Breast Health Clinic, Pre-op/ Day Surgery, Operating Room, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit; the anesthetist, anesthesia assistant, and clerical staff.
Responsibility
IWK Breast Health & Capital Health, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0975
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Breast Surgery at the IWK Health Centre

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37910
IWK. Breast Health, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Capital Health, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0976
Available Online
View Pamphlet
You and your surgeon have discussed the results of your tests and you are now ready for the next steps in your care. We want you to learn what to expect before, during and after your breast surgery. There are a number of people who will be involved in your care. You and your family are the most important members of the Team. Team members include: your Surgeon and resident surgeons; Nurses in the Breast Health Clinic, Pre-op/ Day Surgery, Operating Room, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit and the Inpatie…
Available Online
View Pamphlet
Corporate Author
IWK. Breast Health
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
Capital Health
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics
Alternate Title
Patient and Family Education Guide
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Breast - surgery
Patient Care Team
Perioperative Care
Subjects (LCSH)
Breast--Surgery
Abstract
You and your surgeon have discussed the results of your tests and you are now ready for the next steps in your care. We want you to learn what to expect before, during and after your breast surgery. There are a number of people who will be involved in your care. You and your family are the most important members of the Team. Team members include: your Surgeon and resident surgeons; Nurses in the Breast Health Clinic, Pre-op/ Day Surgery, Operating Room, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit and the Inpatient Unit; the anesthetist, anesthesia assistant, clerical and support staff.
Responsibility
IWK Breast Health & Capital Health, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0976
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Core Biopsy of the Breast

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37869
IWK. Breast Health, IWK. Diagnostic Imaging. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0896
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What is a stereotactic core biopsy of the breast? A Radiologist (a medical doctor who specializes in reading medical images including ultrasound and x-rays) takes samples of an area in your breast using a needle that is guided by a computer-controlled needle guide attached to the mammography equipment.
Available Online
View Pamphlet
Corporate Author
IWK. Breast Health
IWK. Diagnostic Imaging
Alternate Title
Patient Information
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2021
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Delivery of health care
Hospitalization
Women's Health
Surgical Procedures, Operative
Therapeutics
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Neoplasms
Health Services
Blood
Subjects (LCSH)
Women--Health and hygiene
Therapeutics
Surgery, Operative
Cancers
Hospital patients
Health services administration
Diagnosis
Medical Care
Blood
Abstract
What is a stereotactic core biopsy of the breast? A Radiologist (a medical doctor who specializes in reading medical images including ultrasound and x-rays) takes samples of an area in your breast using a needle that is guided by a computer-controlled needle guide attached to the mammography equipment.
Notes
Formerly titled "Stereotactic Core Biopsy of the Breast".
Responsibility
IWK Breast Health, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0896
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Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37809
IWK. Perioperative Services, IWK. Birth Unit, IWK. Obstetrical Day Unit, IWK. Breast Health, IWK. Quality, Patient Safety and Patient Experience, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Family and Newborn Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0734
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What it is, the risk factors, ways to prevent it.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Perioperative Services
IWK. Birth Unit
IWK. Obstetrical Day Unit
IWK. Breast Health
IWK. Quality, Patient Safety and Patient Experience
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Family and Newborn Unit
Alternate Title
What are some of the risks, symptoms and preventions?
Patient and Family Information
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Venous Thromboembolism - prevention & control
Subjects (LCSH)
Thromboembolism--Prevention
Abstract
What it is, the risk factors, ways to prevent it.
Notes
The French version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Perioperative Services, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0734
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