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• Single level lumbar decompression

  A lumbar decompression is the surgical removal of parts of the spine bones in the lower back; these sections of bone are called the spinous processes and the laminae. Lumbar refers to the lower back.

• Understanding brain stem death - a guide for relatives

  This information explains brain stem death and the tests used to confirm the diagnosis. It aims to answer frequently asked questions.

• Animal and human bites

  First aid If an animal or another human has bitten you, it is very important that the wound is cleaned thoroughly with antiseptic. Bites can become infected very easily. You should seek medical…

• Morning colonoscopy with enhanced Moviprep® bowel preparation

  Introduction – what is a colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is a procedure to look at the lining of your large bowel (colon). The procedure involves the insertion of a narrow and flexible telescopic camera,…

• Morning colonoscopy with Plenvu®

  Introduction – what is a colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is a procedure to look at the lining of your large bowel (colon). The procedure involves the insertion of a narrow and flexible telescopic…

• Afternoon colonoscopy with Plenvu®

  Introduction – what is a colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is a procedure to look at the lining of your large bowel (colon). The procedure involves the insertion of a narrow and flexible telescopic…

• Endoscopic Full Thickness Resection of Submucosal Lesions

  Introduction This booklet has been designed to provide information regarding a new clinical procedure which you have been offered. It aims to explain why treatment is needed and why this procedure…

• Acinetobacter

  Acinetobacter is a bacterium (a “bug”) that is commonly found in the environment including water and soil. It can also survive in the hospital environment for long periods.

• Controlling Hospital Infections

  This information explains what the infection control team are doing to control hospital infections at UCLH (University College London Hospitals) and what you and your visitors can do to help us.

• Flu information for patients and visitors

  Advice on preventing the spread of flu and other respiratory viruses, to keep UCLH patients safe.