Head and neck surgery with microvascular flap reconstruction
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36640
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Otolaryngology Department.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1342
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This surgery is done to remove tumours or growths in your mouth and nearby areas. These tumours may be cancerous. This surgery may remove: part of your lower jaw bone and tongue, part of the floor (bottom), side, or top of your mouth, the lymph nodes and some of the nerves, blood vessels, and muscles on the side of your neck where the tumours are. Other topics include: what to expect before surgery, how the surgery is done, after surgery, possible complications, what to expect when going home, …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Otolaryngology Department
- 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)
- Head - surgery
- Lymph Node Excision
- Neck - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Head--Surgery
- Lymph nodes--Cancer
- Neck--Surgery
- Abstract
- This surgery is done to remove tumours or growths in your mouth and nearby areas. These tumours may be cancerous. This surgery may remove: part of your lower jaw bone and tongue, part of the floor (bottom), side, or top of your mouth, the lymph nodes and some of the nerves, blood vessels, and muscles on the side of your neck where the tumours are. Other topics include: what to expect before surgery, how the surgery is done, after surgery, possible complications, what to expect when going home, activity tips, and a list of symptoms to be aware of.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Otolaryngology Department
- Pamphlet Number
- 1342
Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy : Brain Tumours
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37401
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1243
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This pamphlets provides information for patients receiving radiation therapy to shrink a brain tumor or lower the chance of the tumor returning. Answers common questions and helps readers prepare for treatment.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- [Halifax, NS]
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (7 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Brain Neoplasms - radiotherapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Brain--Cancer--Radiotherapy
- Brain--Tumors--Radiotherapy
- Specialty
- Radiotherapy
- Abstract
- This pamphlets provides information for patients receiving radiation therapy to shrink a brain tumor or lower the chance of the tumor returning. Answers common questions and helps readers prepare for treatment.
- Notes
- Patient & family guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1243
Orbital tumour surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35046
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1172
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You have a tumour in your orbit (eye socket). You need surgery to remove a sample (piece) of the tumour, or to remove the whole tumour. This pamphlet explains why you need orbital surgery, and what to expect before, during, and after surgery. It also gives information about when you will see your eye surgeon after surgery, and lists symtoms that need medical attention right away.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eye Care Centre
- Alternate Title
- Orbital tumor surgery
- 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)
- Orbital Neoplasms - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Eye-sockets--Cancer
- Eye-sockets--Tumors
- Eye--Surgery
- Abstract
- You have a tumour in your orbit (eye socket). You need surgery to remove a sample (piece) of the tumour, or to remove the whole tumour. This pamphlet explains why you need orbital surgery, and what to expect before, during, and after surgery. It also gives information about when you will see your eye surgeon after surgery, and lists symtoms that need medical attention right away.
- Notes
- Previous title: Surgery for orbital tumours
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Eye Care Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 1172
Stereotactic biopsy : QE II Health Sciences Centre
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34172
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Division of Neurosurgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0059
- Available Online
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A biopsy is when a small sample of tissue is taken from your body for testing. A stereotactic biopsy helps to diagnose and/or treat brain conditions (like movement disorders, pain syndromes, and tumours). This pamphlet explains how the biopsy is taken and what will happen during your surgery.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Division of Neurosurgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Stereotaxic Techniques
- Neurosurgery - methods
- Brain Neoplasms - diagnosis
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Stereotaxic techniques
- Brain--Surgery
- Brain--Tumors--Diagnosis
- Specialty
- Nervous System
- Abstract
- A biopsy is when a small sample of tissue is taken from your body for testing. A stereotactic biopsy helps to diagnose and/or treat brain conditions (like movement disorders, pain syndromes, and tumours). This pamphlet explains how the biopsy is taken and what will happen during your surgery.
- Notes
- Previous title: Stereotactic biopsy
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Division of Neurosurgery, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 0059
