Brain tumour surgery : a guide for at home
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35228
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1348
- Available Online
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This pamphlet is a guide for at home after brain tumour (tumor) surgery. It provides guidance on the following topics: activity, driving, incision care, diet, hair washing, alcohol, and medicine.Things to watch for that need medical help right away are listed. The pamphlet also includes information about recovery and contact info for the Halifax Brain Tumour (Tumor) Support Group.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery
- Alternate Title
- Brain tumor surgery : a guide for at home
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Brain Neoplasms - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Brain--Tumors
- Tumors--Surgery
- Brain--Cancer--Surgery
- Abstract
- This pamphlet is a guide for at home after brain tumour (tumor) surgery. It provides guidance on the following topics: activity, driving, incision care, diet, hair washing, alcohol, and medicine.Things to watch for that need medical help right away are listed. The pamphlet also includes information about recovery and contact info for the Halifax Brain Tumour (Tumor) Support Group.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Karen Vickers, RN, Division of Neurosurgery
- Pamphlet Number
- 1348
Lumbar (back) surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35774
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Physiotherapy, Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2017.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1732
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This booklet provides information about back surgery, including the anatomy of the spine, surgical treatments, and risks and complications. Information about getting ready for surgery, recovering in the hospital after surgery, what to watch for at home and managing your back health after surgery is also included. A list of symptoms that require immediate medical attention is provided.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Physiotherapy
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2017
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (30 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Spine - surgery
- Preoperative Care
- Postoperative Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Spine--Surgery
- Preoperative care
- Postoperative care
- Specialty
- Nervous System
- Abstract
- This booklet provides information about back surgery, including the anatomy of the spine, surgical treatments, and risks and complications. Information about getting ready for surgery, recovering in the hospital after surgery, what to watch for at home and managing your back health after surgery is also included. A list of symptoms that require immediate medical attention is provided.
- Responsibility
- Adapted with permission from: Saskatchewan Spine Pathway, Saskatchewan Ministry of Health. Adapted by: Physiotherapy Services, Neurosurgery staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 1732
Subdural hematoma
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35022
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1156
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The brain is protected by a tough outer covering called the dura. Around the dura, there are many blood vessels that supply blood to the brain. If a blood vessel (usually a vein) is torn below the dura, blood collects between the dura and the brain. This is called a subdural hematoma. This pamphlet explains the different types of subdural hematomas, causes, symptoms, possible tests, treatment, surgery, what will happen after surgery, special situations, possible complications, discharge plannin…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hematoma, Subdural
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Subdural hematoma
- Specialty
- Nervous System
- Abstract
- The brain is protected by a tough outer covering called the dura. Around the dura, there are many blood vessels that supply blood to the brain. If a blood vessel (usually a vein) is torn below the dura, blood collects between the dura and the brain. This is called a subdural hematoma. This pamphlet explains the different types of subdural hematomas, causes, symptoms, possible tests, treatment, surgery, what will happen after surgery, special situations, possible complications, discharge planning, and how you will know if the subdural hematoma comes back.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Neurosurgery, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 1156
Welcome to the Neurosurgery Unit 7.3
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34664
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1033
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The Neurosurgery Unit is for people with brain and/or spinal cord injury or disease. Our goal is to give the best possible care to you using a team approach. We have different levels of care to support your recovery. This pamphlet explains the 2 levels of care: the Neurosurgery Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) and the Neurosurgery floor. It also gives information about transitioning from the ICU, visiting, information for your loved ones, places for your loved ones to stay, and your health care te…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (13 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neurosciences
- Neurosurgery
- Hospital Units
- Patient Care Team
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Neuroscience
- Nervous system--Surgery
- Health care teams
- Hospital units
- Specialty
- Nervous System
- Abstract
- The Neurosurgery Unit is for people with brain and/or spinal cord injury or disease. Our goal is to give the best possible care to you using a team approach. We have different levels of care to support your recovery. This pamphlet explains the 2 levels of care: the Neurosurgery Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) and the Neurosurgery floor. It also gives information about transitioning from the ICU, visiting, information for your loved ones, places for your loved ones to stay, and your health care team members. A section of helpful hints includes information about parking, personal belongings, the Crisis Room, Brain Repair Centre, waiting room, and visitors' washroom. Conveniences at the HI site and important phone numbers are listed.
- Notes
- previous title: Welcome to 7.3 Neurosurgery
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Neurosurgery Nursing Staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 1033
Your craniotomy surgery : Halifax Infirmary (HI)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36566
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0589
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This pamphlet provides information about your care before and right after your craniotomy. The word craniotomy means “opening of the skull.” Topics about preparing for surgery include: blood tests, anesthetist visit, and consent. Topics about the morning of your surgery include: hair, how the surgery is done, and tissue for testing. After surgery topics include: returning to the unit, deep breathing exercises, routine checks, nutrition, bowel and bladder care, your incision, hygiene, activity a…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (10 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Craniotomy
- Brain - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Craniotomy
- Brain--Surgery
- Abstract
- This pamphlet provides information about your care before and right after your craniotomy. The word craniotomy means “opening of the skull.” Topics about preparing for surgery include: blood tests, anesthetist visit, and consent. Topics about the morning of your surgery include: hair, how the surgery is done, and tissue for testing. After surgery topics include: returning to the unit, deep breathing exercises, routine checks, nutrition, bowel and bladder care, your incision, hygiene, activity and therapy, comfort, pain management, and symptoms to tell your nurse about. Rehabilitation and a list of symptoms to watch for after you go home are also listed.
- Notes
- Previous title: Your craniotomy
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: 7.3 Neurosurgery Unit, HI, QEIl
- Pamphlet Number
- 0589
