Intervention pour débloquer les canaux lacrymaux
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36720
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2097
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L'opération ouvre une nouvelle voie pour que les larmes puissent s'écouler directement dans votre nez. Un tube en plastique peut être mis en place pendant l'opération et retiré six semaines à 12 mois plus tard, selon votre chirurgien ophtalmologiste. La brochure fournit une brève description de la préparation pour l’opération, du déroulement de l’intervention et des soins qui suivent. On y traite aussi des symptômes qui exigent des soins médicaux. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Rep…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre
- Alternate Title
- Repair of blocked tear duct
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Eye--Surgery
- Specialty
- Ophthalmology
- Abstract
- L'opération ouvre une nouvelle voie pour que les larmes puissent s'écouler directement dans votre nez. Un tube en plastique peut être mis en place pendant l'opération et retiré six semaines à 12 mois plus tard, selon votre chirurgien ophtalmologiste. La brochure fournit une brève description de la préparation pour l’opération, du déroulement de l’intervention et des soins qui suivent. On y traite aussi des symptômes qui exigent des soins médicaux.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Repair of Blocked Tear Duct" pamphlet 0176. This surgery makes a new path so tears can drain directly into your nose. A plastic tube may be put in during surgery and taken out 6 weeks to 12 months later, depending on your eye surgeon. A brief description of getting ready for surgery, during surgery, and care after is listed. Symptoms that need medical attention are noted.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Eye Care Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 2097
Hernia surgery as an outpatient
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34843
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. General Surgery Clinic, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Hants Community Hospital. General Surgery Clinic, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Colchester East Hants Health Centre. General Surgery Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0592
- Available Online
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This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall of muscle breaks open or tears. This allows organs (such as a loop of bowel or tissue) to fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. Topics include what to expect before surgery, on the day of surgery and after surgery at home. Some after surgery topics include pain control, deep breathing and coughing exercises, foot and leg exercises, care of your incision, physical activity, meals, heal…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. General Surgery Clinic
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Hants Community Hospital. General Surgery Clinic
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Colchester East Hants Health Centre. General Surgery Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (18 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hernia
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hernia--Surgery
- Specialty
- Gastrointestinal System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall of muscle breaks open or tears. This allows organs (such as a loop of bowel or tissue) to fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. Topics include what to expect before surgery, on the day of surgery and after surgery at home. Some after surgery topics include pain control, deep breathing and coughing exercises, foot and leg exercises, care of your incision, physical activity, meals, healing ridge, follow-up with your surgeon and a list of symptoms that need medical attention. Maps to the different locations where surgery is performed (QEII, Windsor and Truro) are provided. The French translation of this pamphlet 2158, "Chirurgie ambulatoire d'une hernie" is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: General Surgery Clinic, QEII and Hants Community Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 0592
Punctum plugs
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36696
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0094
- Available Online
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Tears are made by the lacrimal gland and other tear glands around the eyes. They drain through each punctum into the lacrimal sac, and then into the nose. The puncta are 2 small openings at the nose end of each eyelid. Small silicone (rubber) plugs can be placed into one or both puncta. The plugs block the openings, letting more moisture stay on your eyes to help with dry eyes. If the plugs have openings, they help your tears to drain better. This pamphlet explains what will happen when the pun…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Lacrimal Apparatus--surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Lacrimal apparatus--Surgery
- Specialty
- Ophthalmology
- Abstract
- Tears are made by the lacrimal gland and other tear glands around the eyes. They drain through each punctum into the lacrimal sac, and then into the nose. The puncta are 2 small openings at the nose end of each eyelid. Small silicone (rubber) plugs can be placed into one or both puncta. The plugs block the openings, letting more moisture stay on your eyes to help with dry eyes. If the plugs have openings, they help your tears to drain better. This pamphlet explains what will happen when the punctum plug(s) is put in and after the plug(s) is put in. Contact info for the VG pharmacy is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Eye Care Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 0094
Hernia repair
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36697
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0079
- Available Online
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This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall ruptures (breaks open) or tears, letting organs such as a loop of bowel or tissue fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. An explanation of how your hernia is repaired is provided. Some after surgery topics include care of the incision, physical activity, controlling discomfort, and meals. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is given. The French version of this pamphlet 2182,…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hernia
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hernia--Surgery
- Abstract
- This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall ruptures (breaks open) or tears, letting organs such as a loop of bowel or tissue fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. An explanation of how your hernia is repaired is provided. Some after surgery topics include care of the incision, physical activity, controlling discomfort, and meals. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is given. The French version of this pamphlet 2182, "Réparation des hernies," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: NSHA Same Day Surgery staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 0079
Réparation des hernies
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37472
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2182
- Available Online
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Ce dépliant traite des opérations faites pour réparer une hernie. Une hernie se forme lorsqu'une paroi extérieure se rompt (s'ouvre) ou se déchire, laissant passer par l'ouverture des organes comme une anse intestinale ou des tissus. Différents types d'opérations de réparation des hernies sont décrits. On explique comment votre hernie est réparée. Les soins de l'incision après l’opération, l'activité physique, le contrôle de l'inconfort et les repas comptent parmi les sujets traités. On fournit…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hernia
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hernia--Surgery
- Abstract
- Ce dépliant traite des opérations faites pour réparer une hernie. Une hernie se forme lorsqu'une paroi extérieure se rompt (s'ouvre) ou se déchire, laissant passer par l'ouverture des organes comme une anse intestinale ou des tissus. Différents types d'opérations de réparation des hernies sont décrits. On explique comment votre hernie est réparée. Les soins de l'incision après l’opération, l'activité physique, le contrôle de l'inconfort et les repas comptent parmi les sujets traités. On fournit aussi une liste des symptômes qui exigent des soins médicaux.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Hernia Repair" pamphlet 0079. This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall ruptures (breaks open) or tears, letting organs such as a loop of bowel or tissue fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. An explanation of how your hernia is repaired is provided. Some after surgery topics include care of the incision, physical activity, controlling discomfort, and meals. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: NSHA Same Day Surgery staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 2182
Chirurgie ambulatoire d'une hernie
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37480
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. General Surgery Clinic, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Hants Community Hospital. General Surgery Clinic, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Colchester East Hants Health Centre. General Surgery Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2158
- Available Online
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Ce dépliant porte sur les chirurgies de la hernie. Une hernie se forme lorsque la paroi externe d’un muscle se brise ou se déchire. Les organes (p. ex. une petite partie de l’intestin ou des tissus) passent alors à travers cet orifice. Nous présentons ici les différents types de chirurgie de la hernie et expliquons ce à quoi il faut s’attendre avant la chirurgie, le jour même de la chirurgie et une fois de retour à la maison. Il s’agit notamment de ce qui suit : contrôle de la douleur, exercice…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. General Surgery Clinic
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Hants Community Hospital. General Surgery Clinic
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Colchester East Hants Health Centre. General Surgery Clinic
- Alternate Title
- Hernia Surgery as an Outpatient
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (18 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hernia
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hernia--Surgery
- Specialty
- Gastrointestinal System
- Abstract
- Ce dépliant porte sur les chirurgies de la hernie. Une hernie se forme lorsque la paroi externe d’un muscle se brise ou se déchire. Les organes (p. ex. une petite partie de l’intestin ou des tissus) passent alors à travers cet orifice. Nous présentons ici les différents types de chirurgie de la hernie et expliquons ce à quoi il faut s’attendre avant la chirurgie, le jour même de la chirurgie et une fois de retour à la maison. Il s’agit notamment de ce qui suit : contrôle de la douleur, exercices pour respirer profondément et tousser, exercices pour les pieds et les jambes, soins de l’incision, activité physique, repas, bourrelet de cicatrisation, suivi avec le chirurgien et symptômes nécessitant des soins médicaux. Vous trouverez également des cartes pour aller aux différents hôpitaux où les chirurgies de la hernie sont effectuées (QEII, Windsor et Truro).
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0592, "Hernia Surgery as an Outpatient". This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall of muscle breaks open or tears. This allows organs (such as a loop of bowel or tissue) to fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. Topics include what to expect before surgery, on the day of surgery and after surgery at home. Some after surgery topics include pain control, deep breathing and coughing exercises, foot and leg exercises, care of your incision, physical activity, meals, healing ridge, follow-up with your surgeon and a list of symptoms that need medical attention. Maps to the different locations where surgery is performed (QEII, Windsor and Truro) are provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: General Surgery Clinic, QEII and Hants Community Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 2158
Laser treatment of the retina
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34218
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0465
- Available Online
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Laser treatment uses a strong beam of light (laser) that can be focused to treat certain diseases of the retina. The 3 most common diseases treated with a laser are – retinal holes or tears, diabetic eye disease (diabetic retinopathy), and other problems with retinal blood vessels. The pamphlet describes getting ready for a laser treatment, what will happen during treatment, and care after.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Laser Therapy
- Retinal diseases - therapy
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Lasers in ophthalmology
- Retina--Diseases
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Specialty
- Ophthalmology
- Surgery
- Diabetes
- Abstract
- Laser treatment uses a strong beam of light (laser) that can be focused to treat certain diseases of the retina. The 3 most common diseases treated with a laser are – retinal holes or tears, diabetic eye disease (diabetic retinopathy), and other problems with retinal blood vessels. The pamphlet describes getting ready for a laser treatment, what will happen during treatment, and care after.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Eye Care Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 0465
Plantar fasciitis exercises
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35685
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Roseway Hospital. Rehabilitation Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1668
- Available Online
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Plantar fasciitis is inflammation (swelling, redness) of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a long band of fibers that goes from your toes to your heel. It helps support the arch of your foot and absorbs shock. Plantar fasciitis is caused by repeated tears in the plantar fascia. Over time, these small tears cause inflammation (swelling). Topics include: what increases your risk, prevention, heel spurs, and physiotherapy exercises (with images) to increase flexibility and decrease heel pa…
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- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Plantar, Fasciitis - prevention & control
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Fasciae (Anatomy)--Inflammation
- Specialty
- Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
- Abstract
- Plantar fasciitis is inflammation (swelling, redness) of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a long band of fibers that goes from your toes to your heel. It helps support the arch of your foot and absorbs shock. Plantar fasciitis is caused by repeated tears in the plantar fascia. Over time, these small tears cause inflammation (swelling). Topics include: what increases your risk, prevention, heel spurs, and physiotherapy exercises (with images) to increase flexibility and decrease heel pain.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Rehabilitation Services, Roseway Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 1668
Repair of a blocked tear duct
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34383
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0176
- Available Online
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This pamphlet will help you learn how to care for yourself safely after surgery. This surgery is called a dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR). It is needed when the tear duct is blocked and tears cannot drain. During the surgery, your surgeon will make a new tear path so that your tears can drain into your nose. The pamphlet explains what will happen before, during, and after your surgery. Topics include pain, how to use a cold compress, your dressing, after care, and follow-up. Symptoms that need medi…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures
- Nasolacrimal Duct
- Eye - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Eye--Surgery
- Specialty
- Ophthalmology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet will help you learn how to care for yourself safely after surgery. This surgery is called a dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR). It is needed when the tear duct is blocked and tears cannot drain. During the surgery, your surgeon will make a new tear path so that your tears can drain into your nose. The pamphlet explains what will happen before, during, and after your surgery. Topics include pain, how to use a cold compress, your dressing, after care, and follow-up. Symptoms that need medical attention are listed. The French version of this pamphlet 2097, "Intervention pour débloquer les canaux lacrymaux", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Eye Care Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 0176
Endoscopic repair of a blocked tear duct
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35470
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Otolaryngology Service, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1538
- Available Online
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This surgery is called endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR). It is needed when your tear duct is blocked and tears cannot drain. This pamphlet explains what to expect before, during, and after surgery. It includes information about pain, cold compresses, dressings, after care, and follow-up. A list of symptoms that require immediate medical attention is provided.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Otolaryngology Service
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Preoperative Care
- Postoperative Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Preoperative care
- Postoperative care
- Specialty
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Surgery
- Abstract
- This surgery is called endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR). It is needed when your tear duct is blocked and tears cannot drain. This pamphlet explains what to expect before, during, and after surgery. It includes information about pain, cold compresses, dressings, after care, and follow-up. A list of symptoms that require immediate medical attention is provided.
- Notes
- Previous title: Endoscopic repair of blocked tear duct; Endoscopic repair of a blocked tear duct
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Eye Care Centre
- Adapted by: Otolaryngology Service, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 1538
