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Activity in the first six weeks after giving birth

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37870
IWK. Physiotherapy, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Family and Newborn Unit, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Birth Unit. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2017.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0898
Available Online
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After the hard work of delivery of a baby, many mothers have questions about when they should start to exercises, or return to their usual exercise routine. This guide should help with some of those questions.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Physiotherapy
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Family and Newborn Unit
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Birth Unit
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2017
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Exercise
Maternal Health
Postnatal Care
Subjects (LCSH)
Exercise
New mothers--Health and hygiene
Postnatal care
Abstract
After the hard work of delivery of a baby, many mothers have questions about when they should start to exercises, or return to their usual exercise routine. This guide should help with some of those questions.
Notes
This pamphlet replaces PL-0245 "Exercise Program after Birth of Your Baby" and PL-0246 "Exercise Program after Caesarean Birth" as of 2015.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0898
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Early Pregnancy Loss

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37817
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics, IWK. Early Pregnancy Complications Clinic (EPCC), IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0757
Available Online
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Managing care for a miscarriage.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics
IWK. Early Pregnancy Complications Clinic (EPCC)
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient
Alternate Title
A Patient Guide to Treatment
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)
Abortion, Spontaneous
Fetal Death
Stillbirth
Subjects (LCSH)
Fetal death
Miscarriage
Stillbirth
Abstract
Managing care for a miscarriage.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0757
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Endometrial Ablation

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37916
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic, IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP), IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0989
Available Online
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Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys (ablates) the uterine lining, or endometrium. This procedure is used to treat abnormal uterine bleeding. The endometrium heals by scarring, which usually reduces or stops uterine bleeding.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic
IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP)
IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre
Alternate Title
A Patient Guide
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)
Endometrium - surgery
Subjects (LCSH)
Endometrium--Diseases--Surgery
Abstract
Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys (ablates) the uterine lining, or endometrium. This procedure is used to treat abnormal uterine bleeding. The endometrium heals by scarring, which usually reduces or stops uterine bleeding.
Notes
The French version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0989
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Endometrial Biopsy

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37671
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2022.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0098
Available Online
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What is an Endometrial Biopsy? Endometrium is the tissue lining the inside of the uterus. An Endometrial Biopsy is the removal of a sample of the endometrium. Definition, how and why performed, follow-up instructions.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics
Alternate Title
A Patient Guide
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2022
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Biopsy
Endometrium - surgery
Uterine Diseases - diagnosis
Subjects (LCSH)
Biopsy
Endometrium--Diseases--Diagnosis
Abstract
What is an Endometrial Biopsy? Endometrium is the tissue lining the inside of the uterus. An Endometrial Biopsy is the removal of a sample of the endometrium. Definition, how and why performed, follow-up instructions.
Notes
The French version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0098
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The Genitourinary Syndrome

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37989
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics, IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP), IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1110
Available Online
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Information for women who may be experiencing vaginal dryness; painful intercourse; vulvar irritation; frequent or recurrent bladder infections; frequent or urgent voiding; or urinary leakage -- and are menopausal; perimenopausal; or being treated for cancer. They may be experiencing a very common and treatable condition: because it is often associated with perimenopause or menopause, it is referred to as the Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM).
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics
IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP)
IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre
Alternate Title
GSM
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)
Female Urogenital Diseases
Menopause
Perimenopause
Subjects (LCSH)
Generative organs, Female--Diseases
Menopause
Perimenopause
Abstract
Information for women who may be experiencing vaginal dryness; painful intercourse; vulvar irritation; frequent or recurrent bladder infections; frequent or urgent voiding; or urinary leakage -- and are menopausal; perimenopausal; or being treated for cancer. They may be experiencing a very common and treatable condition: because it is often associated with perimenopause or menopause, it is referred to as the Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM).
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-1110
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Hysterosalpingogram (HSG)

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37685
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP), IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre, IWK. Diagnostic Imaging. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
Pl-0163
Available Online
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Information on the procedure, booking, preparation discharge.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP)
IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre
IWK. Diagnostic Imaging
Alternate Title
A Patient Guide
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)
Gynecologic Surgical Procedures
Women's Health
Surgical Procedures, Operative
Therapeutics
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Endocrine System Diseases
Subjects (LCSH)
Women--Health and hygiene
Therapeutics
Surgery, Operative
Gynecology
Endocrine manifestations of general diseases
Diagnosis
Abstract
Information on the procedure, booking, preparation discharge.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
IWK Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
Pl-0163
Less detail
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics, IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic, IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP), IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0640
Available Online
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A hysteroscope is a narrow telescope-like instrument used to look inside the uterus (womb). It is inserted through the vagina and in through the cervix (neck of the womb).
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics
IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic
IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP)
IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre
Alternate Title
A Patient Guide
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)
Hysteroscopy
Uterine Diseases - diagnosis
Subjects (LCSH)
Hysteroscopy
Uterus--Diseases--Diagnosis
Abstract
A hysteroscope is a narrow telescope-like instrument used to look inside the uterus (womb). It is inserted through the vagina and in through the cervix (neck of the womb).
Notes
The French version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0640
Less detail

[In French] Ablation de l’endomètre

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37962
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic, IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP), IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0989-FR
Available Online
View Pamphlet
[In French] Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys (ablates) the uterine lining, or endometrium. This procedure is used to treat abnormal uterine bleeding. The endometrium heals by scarring, which usually reduces or stops uterine bleeding.
Available Online
View Pamphlet
Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic
IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP)
IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre
Alternate Title
Guide de la patiente
Endometrial Ablation
A Patient Guide
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2021
Format
Pamphlet
Language
French
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Endometrium - surgery
Subjects (LCSH)
Endometrium--Diseases--Surgery
Abstract
[In French] Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys (ablates) the uterine lining, or endometrium. This procedure is used to treat abnormal uterine bleeding. The endometrium heals by scarring, which usually reduces or stops uterine bleeding.
Notes
The English version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0989-FR
Less detail

[In French] Biopsie de l’endomètre

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37960
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2022.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0098-FR
Available Online
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[In French] What is an Endometrial Biopsy? Endometrium is the tissue lining the inside of the uterus. An Endometrial Biopsy is the removal of a sample of the endometrium. Definition, how and why performed, follow-up instructions.
Available Online
View Pamphlet
Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics
Alternate Title
Guide de la patiente
Endometrial biopsy
a patient guide
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2022
Format
Pamphlet
Language
French
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Biopsy
Endometrium - surgery
Uterine Diseases - diagnosis
Subjects (LCSH)
Biopsy
Endometrium--Diseases--Diagnosis
Abstract
[In French] What is an Endometrial Biopsy? Endometrium is the tissue lining the inside of the uterus. An Endometrial Biopsy is the removal of a sample of the endometrium. Definition, how and why performed, follow-up instructions.
Notes
The English version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0098-FR
Less detail

[In French] Hystéroscopie

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37961
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics, IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic, IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP), IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0640-FR
Available Online
View Pamphlet
[In French] A hysteroscope is a narrow telescope-like instrument used to look inside the uterus (womb). It is inserted through the vagina and in through the cervix (neck of the womb).
Available Online
View Pamphlet
Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics
IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic
IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP)
IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre
Alternate Title
Guide de la patiente
Hysteroscopy
A Patient Guide
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2021
Format
Pamphlet
Language
French
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Hysteroscopy
Uterine Diseases - diagnosis
Subjects (LCSH)
Hysteroscopy
Uterus--Diseases--Diagnosis
Abstract
[In French] A hysteroscope is a narrow telescope-like instrument used to look inside the uterus (womb). It is inserted through the vagina and in through the cervix (neck of the womb).
Notes
The English version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0640-FR
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Maritime Centre for Pelvic Floor Health Booklet

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38120
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2022.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1301
Available Online
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Maritime Centre for Pelvic Floor Health at the IWK was designed to help patients better manage pelvic floor health. You will learn about pelvic floor issues like incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse, and the treatment options available to you.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2022
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Exercise Therapy
Pelvic Floor Disorders - prevention & control
Urinary Incontinence - prevention & control
Subjects (LCSH)
Pelvic floor--Diseases--Exercise therapy
Urinary incontinence--Exercise therapy
Abstract
Maritime Centre for Pelvic Floor Health at the IWK was designed to help patients better manage pelvic floor health. You will learn about pelvic floor issues like incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse, and the treatment options available to you.
Responsibility
IWK Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-1301
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Methotrexate for Ectopic Pregnancy

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38034
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Perioperative Services, IWK. Obstetrical Day Unit, IWK. Pharmacy, IWK. Quality, Patient Safety and Patient Experience. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1225
Available Online
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An ectopic pregnancy (also called a tubal pregnancy) is a pregnancy that happens outside of the uterus, usually in the fallopian tubes. This is a possible medical emergency and can lead to death if not treated. Methotrexate is a medication stops cells from growing so that the further growth of the pregnancy stops. The tissue will be reabsorbed by your body or pass with your next period.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Perioperative Services
IWK. Obstetrical Day Unit
IWK. Pharmacy
IWK. Quality, Patient Safety and Patient Experience
Alternate Title
Patient and Family Information
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)
Abortifacient Agents
Methotrexate
Pharmaceutical Preparations
Pregnancy, Ectopic - drug therapy
Subjects (LCSH)
Abortifacients
Ectopic pregnancy--Treatment
Abstract
An ectopic pregnancy (also called a tubal pregnancy) is a pregnancy that happens outside of the uterus, usually in the fallopian tubes. This is a possible medical emergency and can lead to death if not treated. Methotrexate is a medication stops cells from growing so that the further growth of the pregnancy stops. The tissue will be reabsorbed by your body or pass with your next period.
Responsibility
IWK Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-1225
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A Patient's Guide to Malignant Hyperthermia

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38065
IWK. Perioperative Services, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP). Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2022.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1255
Available Online
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Malignant Hyperthermia (MH) is a potentially fatal reaction that can happen within the skeletal muscles of susceptible individuals when given an anesthetic. Anesthetics are drugs used before, during and after surgery to relieve pain, cause unconsciousness, and relax muscles.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Perioperative Services
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP)
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2022
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Gynecologic Surgical Procedures
Women's Health
Surgical Procedures, Operative
Therapeutics
Subjects (LCSH)
Women--Health and hygiene
Gynecology
Therapeutics
Surgery, Operative
Abstract
Malignant Hyperthermia (MH) is a potentially fatal reaction that can happen within the skeletal muscles of susceptible individuals when given an anesthetic. Anesthetics are drugs used before, during and after surgery to relieve pain, cause unconsciousness, and relax muscles.
Responsibility
IWK Perioperative Services, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-1255
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Pessary Care Handbook

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37922
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Women's Bladder Health Clinic, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0999
Available Online
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How to insert and remove your pessary.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Women's Bladder Health Clinic
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
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)
Pessaries
Subjects (LCSH)
Pessaries
Abstract
How to insert and remove your pessary.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0999
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Urodynamics Evaluation

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37917
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics, IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP), IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2017.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0991
Available Online
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Patients with lower urinary tract symptoms may have one or more of several conditions which can cause these complaints, including: urinary tract infection, urethral syndrome, unstable bladder, or a loss of support at the bladder base with urinary incontinence (a condition we call "genuine stress incontinence"). Urodynamics testing is useful to assess patients before any surgery or other treatment is carried out.
Available Online
View Pamphlet
Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Women's Health Community Clinics
IWK. Women's Health Specialty Clinic
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP)
IWK. Reproductive Endocrine Centre
Alternate Title
a patient guide
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2017
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Urodynamics
Urologic Diseases - diagnosis
Subjects (LCSH)
Urodynamics
Urinary organs--Diseases--Diagnosis
Abstract
Patients with lower urinary tract symptoms may have one or more of several conditions which can cause these complaints, including: urinary tract infection, urethral syndrome, unstable bladder, or a loss of support at the bladder base with urinary incontinence (a condition we call "genuine stress incontinence"). Urodynamics testing is useful to assess patients before any surgery or other treatment is carried out.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0991
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Urodynamics Testing

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37667
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Adult Surgical Services, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care, IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Women's Bladder Health Clinic, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP). Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0086
Available Online
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Preparation for test; explanation of procedure; care post-procedure.
Available Online
View Pamphlet
Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Adult Surgical Services
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
IWK. Gynaecology Unit - Inpatient
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Women's Bladder Health Clinic
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Preadmission Clinic (WNHP)
Alternate Title
A Patient 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)
Urodynamics
Urologic Diseases - diagnosis
Subjects (LCSH)
Urodynamics
Urinary organs--Diseases--Diagnosis
Abstract
Preparation for test; explanation of procedure; care post-procedure.
Responsibility
IWK Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0086
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Uterine Artery Embolization

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37720
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics, IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit, IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, IWK. Gynaecology Day Surgery, IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0331
Available Online
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Procedure to stop blood flow to a uterine fibroid. What to do pn the day of the procedure, and information on recovery at home.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Adult Surgery and Women's Ambulatory Clinics
IWK. Family Newborn Adult Surgery Unit
IWK. Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology
IWK. Gynaecology Day Surgery
IWK. Reproductive Ambulatory Care
Alternate Title
A Patient Guide - Women’s and Newborn Health Program
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)
Leiomyoma - surgery
Uterus - surgery
Subjects (LCSH)
Uterine fibroids--Surgery
Abstract
Procedure to stop blood flow to a uterine fibroid. What to do pn the day of the procedure, and information on recovery at home.
Responsibility
IWK Urogynaecology / General Gynaecology, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0331
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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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