Une endoéchographie est un examen qui sert à examiner la partie supérieure du tube digestif, le pancréas, la vésicule biliaire, les structures de la partie centrale du thorax et, possiblement, le rectum. Le présent dépliant explique comment se préparer à l’examen, où aller pour le faire faire et ce qui se passe après. Une liste de précautions à prendre durant les 24 premières heures est fournie, de même qu’une liste des risques se rattachant à ce test. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of…
An endoscopic ultrasound is a test to look at your upper digestive tract, pancreas, gall bladder, structures in the middle section of your chest, and possibly your rectum. This pamphlet covers how to get ready for the test, where to go for the test, how the test is done, and what happens after. A list of precautions for the first 24 hours are provided as well as a list of risks associated with the test. The French version of this pamphlet 1793, "Endoéchographie", is also available.
Your healthcare provider believes treatment with a medicine called ustekinumab (Stelara®) may help to manage your Crohn’s disease. In this pamphlet you will find basic information about ustekinumab to help you make an informed decision about whether or not to use this treatment. Topics include: a brief description of the medicine, how it works, how it is given, precautions, side effects, symptoms to watch out for, pregnancy & breastfeeding, and other important things to know when undergoing thi…