After rectal surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35660
Nova Scotia Health Authority. General Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0577
- Available Online
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This pamphlet explains what to expect after rectal surgery. Topics include how to care for your incision (cut), how to control your pain after surgery, what you should eat and drink after surgery, what you can do to prevent constipation (not being able to poop), when you can go back to your usual activities, and follow-up. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. General Surgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Rectum - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Rectum--Surgery
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what to expect after rectal surgery. Topics include how to care for your incision (cut), how to control your pain after surgery, what you should eat and drink after surgery, what you can do to prevent constipation (not being able to poop), when you can go back to your usual activities, and follow-up. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: General Surgery
- Pamphlet Number
- 0577
Endo-échographie
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35849
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Gastroenterology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1793
- Available Online
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Une endo-échographie est un examen qui sert à examiner la partie supérieure du tube digestif, le pancréas, la vésicule biliaire, le médiastin (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 tr…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Gastroenterology
- Alternate Title
- Endoscopic ultrasound
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Endosonography
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Endoscopic ultrasonography
- Abstract
- Une endo-échographie est un examen qui sert à examiner la partie supérieure du tube digestif, le pancréas, la vésicule biliaire, le médiastin (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 "Endoscopic Ultrasound" pamphlet 1482. An endoscopic ultrasound is a test to look at your upper digestive tract, pancreas, gall bladder, bile ducts, mediastinum (structures in the middle 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.
- Notes
- Previous title: Endoéchographie
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Gastroenterology
- Pamphlet Number
- 1793
Endoscopic ultrasound
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35396
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Gastroenterology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1482
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
An endoscopic ultrasound is a test to look at your upper digestive tract, pancreas, gall bladder, bile ducts, mediastinum (structures in the middle 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, "Endo-échographie", is also avai…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Gastroenterology
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Endosonography
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Endoscopic ultrasonography
- Abstract
- An endoscopic ultrasound is a test to look at your upper digestive tract, pancreas, gall bladder, bile ducts, mediastinum (structures in the middle 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, "Endo-échographie", is also available. The Chinese version of this pamphlet 2429, is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Gastroenterology
- Pamphlet Number
- 1482
[Endoscopic ultrasound]
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38311
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Gastroenterology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2429
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet is a Simplified Chinese translation of the English pamphlet "Endoscopic Ultrasound" pamphlet 1482. An endoscopic ultrasound is a test to look at your upper digestive tract, pancreas, gall bladder, bile ducts, mediastinum (structures in the middle 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 l…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Gastroenterology
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- Simplified Chinese
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Endosonography
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Endoscopic ultrasonography
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet is a Simplified Chinese translation of the English pamphlet "Endoscopic Ultrasound" pamphlet 1482. An endoscopic ultrasound is a test to look at your upper digestive tract, pancreas, gall bladder, bile ducts, mediastinum (structures in the middle 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, "Endo-échographie", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Gastroenterology
- Pamphlet Number
- 2429
[Flexible sigmoidoscopy]
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35392
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. GI Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1478
- Available Online
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This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 0188. A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a test of part of the lower bowel (also known as the lower large intestine or the sigmoid). The doctor uses a special tube (endoscope) with a small light and camera on the end that bends to look at the inside of your lower bowel and rectum. This pamphlet describes getting ready for the test, how the test is doen, and care after the test. Possible complications and symptoms requiring immediate medical attenti…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. GI Unit
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- Arabic
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Colon
- Endoscopes, Gastrointestinal
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Colon
- Endoscopes
- Specialty
- Gastrointestinal System
- Abstract
- This is an Arabic translation of the English pamphlet 0188. A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a test of part of the lower bowel (also known as the lower large intestine or the sigmoid). The doctor uses a special tube (endoscope) with a small light and camera on the end that bends to look at the inside of your lower bowel and rectum. This pamphlet describes getting ready for the test, how the test is doen, and care after the test. Possible complications and symptoms requiring immediate medical attention after the test are noted. If sedation is given, you must avoid certain activities for 24 hours.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: GI Unit, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 1478
Flexible sigmoidoscopy : VG Site
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34281
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. GI Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0188
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a test to look at part of your lower bowel and rectum (bum). This pamphlet describes getting ready for the test, how the test is done, and care after the test. The French version of this pamphlet 1505, "Sigmoïdoscopie à sonde souple", is also available. The Arabic version of this pamphlet, 1478, is also available. The Chinese version of this pamphlet, 2438, is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. GI Unit
- Alternate Title
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy : Victoria General Site
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Colon
- Endoscopes, Gastrointestinal
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Colon
- Endoscopes
- Abstract
- A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a test to look at part of your lower bowel and rectum (bum). This pamphlet describes getting ready for the test, how the test is done, and care after the test. The French version of this pamphlet 1505, "Sigmoïdoscopie à sonde souple", is also available. The Arabic version of this pamphlet, 1478, is also available. The Chinese version of this pamphlet, 2438, is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: GI Unit, VG Site, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 0188
[Flexible sigmoidoscopy : VG Site]
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38319
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. GI Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2438
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet is a Simplified Chinese translation of the English pamphlet "Flexible Sigmoidoscopy - VG Site" pamphlet 0188. A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a test to look at part of your lower bowel and rectum (bum). This pamphlet describes getting ready for the test, how the test is done, and care after the test. The French version of this pamphlet 1505, "Sigmoïdoscopie à sonde souple", is also available. The Arabic version of this pamphlet, 1478, is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. GI Unit
- Alternate Title
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy : Victoria General Site
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- Simplified Chinese
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Colon
- Endoscopes, Gastrointestinal
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Colon
- Endoscopes
- Abstract
- This pamphlet is a Simplified Chinese translation of the English pamphlet "Flexible Sigmoidoscopy - VG Site" pamphlet 0188. A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a test to look at part of your lower bowel and rectum (bum). This pamphlet describes getting ready for the test, how the test is done, and care after the test. The French version of this pamphlet 1505, "Sigmoïdoscopie à sonde souple", is also available. The Arabic version of this pamphlet, 1478, is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: GI Unit, VG Site, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 2438
How to collect a pinworm sample : South Shore Regional Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36543
Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Pathology & Laboratory Medicine.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1973
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Step-by-step instructions are provided to collect a pinworm sample. Locations for drop-offs are included.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Enterobiasis - diagnosis
- Parasite Egg Count
- Rectum - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Oxyuriasis
- Intestines--Parasites
- Abstract
- Step-by-step instructions are provided to collect a pinworm sample. Locations for drop-offs are included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, South Shore Regional Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 1973
Hysterectomy, oophorectomy, and repair of vagina (anterior and posterior) : discharge instructions
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36559
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Valley Regional Hospital. Women's and Children's Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1987
- Available Online
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A hysterectomy is the removal of the uterus. An oophorectomy is the removal of one or both ovaries. A vaginal repair can be done for the front (anterior) or the back (posterior) vaginal wall muscles. An anterior repair of the vagina is surgery to correct a cystocele. A cystocele is a bulge in the bladder through the vaginal wall. A posterior repair of the vagina is surgery to correct a rectocele. A rectocele is a bulge through a weak place in the vaginal wall muscles. Topics in this pamphlet in…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Valley Regional Hospital. Women's and Children's Services
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hysterectomy
- Ovariectomy
- Cystocele - surgery
- Rectocele - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hysterectomy
- Ovariectomy
- Cystocele
- Rectum--Surgery
- Abstract
- A hysterectomy is the removal of the uterus. An oophorectomy is the removal of one or both ovaries. A vaginal repair can be done for the front (anterior) or the back (posterior) vaginal wall muscles. An anterior repair of the vagina is surgery to correct a cystocele. A cystocele is a bulge in the bladder through the vaginal wall. A posterior repair of the vagina is surgery to correct a rectocele. A rectocele is a bulge through a weak place in the vaginal wall muscles. Topics in this pamphlet include rest and activity, medications, and vaginal flow. Symptoms that need medical attention are listed. Information about when to expect a followup appointment is given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women’s and Children’s Services, Valley Regional Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 1987
Low Anterior Resection Syndrome
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37355
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0027
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a change in bowel habits that may happen after surgery for rectal cancer. This pamphlet details the causes, symptoms and possible treatments of LARS.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Alternate Title
- LARS
- Place of Publication
- [Halifax, NS]
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Aftercare
- Fecal Incontinence
- Rectal Neoplasms - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Fecal incontinence
- Rectum--Cancer--Surgery
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Colorectal Surgery
- Self Care
- Abstract
- Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a change in bowel habits that may happen after surgery for rectal cancer. This pamphlet details the causes, symptoms and possible treatments of LARS.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0027
Sigmoïdoscopie à sonde souple
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35423
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. GI Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1505
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Le médecin utilise un tube souple (endoscope) muni d'une petite lumière pour examiner l'intérieur de la partie inférieure du côlon et du rectum. La brochure décrit la préparation en vue du test, ce qui se passe pendant le test et ce qui se passe après le test. Les complications et les symptômes possibles qui exigent des soins médicaux immédiats sont également mentionnés. Un adulte responsable doit vous ramener à la maison et prendre soin de vous. Si vous recevez un sédatif, il n'est pas sécurit…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. GI Unit
- Alternate Title
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Colon
- Endoscopes, Gastrointestinal
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Colon
- Endoscopes
- Specialty
- Gastrointestinal System
- Abstract
- Le médecin utilise un tube souple (endoscope) muni d'une petite lumière pour examiner l'intérieur de la partie inférieure du côlon et du rectum. La brochure décrit la préparation en vue du test, ce qui se passe pendant le test et ce qui se passe après le test. Les complications et les symptômes possibles qui exigent des soins médicaux immédiats sont également mentionnés. Un adulte responsable doit vous ramener à la maison et prendre soin de vous. Si vous recevez un sédatif, il n'est pas sécuritaire de pratiquer certaines activités pendant 24 heures après l'examen.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0188, "Flexible Sigmoidoscopy". The doctor uses a flexible tube (scope) with a light at the tip to view the inside of the lower part of the bowel and rectum. This pamphlet describes getting ready for the test, the actual test, and care after the test. Possible complications and symptoms that require immediate medical attention after the test are noted. A responsible adult must take you home and care for you. If sedation is given, it is not safe to do certain activities for 24 hours.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: GI Unit, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 1505
Vaginal dilation information for patients receiving treatment for rectal cancer
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37458
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4007
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people who have had radiation and chemotherapy, then surgery, and will be receiving more chemotherapy. Information about when to dilate is given. A link to a teaching video is provided. Contact information for further questions is included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Rectal Neoplasms - therapy
- Self Care
- Vagina
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Rectum--Cancer--Treatment
- Self-care, Health
- Vagina
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information about vaginal dilation for people who have had radiation and chemotherapy, then surgery, and will be receiving more chemotherapy. Information about when to dilate is given. A link to a teaching video is provided. Contact information for further questions is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4007
What Happens Now? : Living Beyond Cancer : Follow up Care for Rectal Cancer Patients
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37376
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2016.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0062
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Guide for rectal cancer survivors describing recommended follow-up care and what to expect next. Lists supports and resources available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- [Halifax, NS]
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2016
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (20 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Aftercare
- Cancer Survivors
- Rectal Neoplasms - rehabilitation
- Self Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Rectum--Cancer--Patients--Home care
- Self-care, Health
- Specialty
- Aftercare
- Colorectal Surgery
- Self Care
- Abstract
- Guide for rectal cancer survivors describing recommended follow-up care and what to expect next. Lists supports and resources available.
- Responsibility
- approved by Nova Scotia Cancer Patient Education Committee
- Pamphlet Number
- 0062
