Rectal resection - Preparing for the operation

You’ll soon have this operation to remove a part or all of your rectum. This fact sheet explains what it is and how to prepare for it.

Treatments and surgical operations , Surgery

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Treatments and surgical operations

Pacemakers and defibrillators

Your heart is having trouble beating normally. After an assessment, your cardiologist has determined that you need a pacemaker or defibrillator…

Pour les proches

Delirium is common in elderly hospitalized patients. This sheet will help you better understand this problem and how to react if it happens to …

Treatments and surgical operations

Your doctor has talked with you about this treatment. This fact sheet explains what it is and what precautions you should take afterwards.

Habitudes de vie

There are some simple techniques you can use to reduce your stress level. This fact sheet explains some of them and the benefits they can bring…