Hospital: Luton & Dunstable University Hospital
Therapeutic Colonoscopy Information Leaflet
This information leaflet is for patients who are having a therapeutic examination of the bowel (known as a Therapeutic Colonoscopy). This leaflet explains the reasons for the examination, what is […]
Having a PEG Tube Inserted
This information leaflet is for people who are having a PEG tube inserted. We hope it will help you understand the procedure and how it is performed and make you […]
Oesophageal Varices: Screening, Surveillance and Treatment Information
What are varices? Varices are swollen blood vessels (similar to varicose veins) which develop in the lining of the digestive tract, particularly in the lower oesophagus (gullet), stomach or rectum. […]
Gastroscopy Information Leaflet
This information leaflet is for patients who are having an examination of the oesophagus, stomach and duodenum, known as a gastroscopy. The leaflet explains the reasons for the examination, what […]
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Information Leaflet
Having a Flexible Sigmoidoscopy This information leaflet is for patients who are having an examination of the lower bowel (known as a flexible sigmoidoscopy). It explains the reasons for the […]
Endoscopic Ultrasound Information Leaflet
What is EUS? EUS stands for endoscopic ultrasound. This is an endoscopy using a camera combined with an internal ultrasound scan. The endoscope is passed via the mouth to the […]
ERCP Information Leaflet
This information leaflet is for patients who are having an examination known as an ERCP. The leaflet explains the reasons for examination, what is involved and any possible risks or […]
Colonoscopy Information Leaflet
This information leaflet is for patients who are having an examination of the bowel (known as a colonoscopy). The leaflet explains the reasons for the examination, what is involved, and […]
Your Stay in Hospital
We realise that this can be an anxious time and we will try to keep you informed about all aspects of your care. What you need for an overnight stay: […]
Delirium
What is Delirium? Delirium is a common medical condition characterised by the sudden/acute onset of confusion and a change in behaviour. It can develop in hours to days. How common […]