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Lymphoedema is a condition where a part of the body, usually a limb, swells up because there is a problem with lymph drainage.

A successful kidney transplant offers the best treatment for kidney failure and a living donor transplant can offer the best outcomes. The Living Donor Transplant Coordinators are based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. They are a team of specialist nurses whose job it is to assess and support potential living kidney donors throughout the whole process.

If you would like to discuss anything further or be considered as a living donor, please get in touch with the team using the contact details below.

• Telephone: 0141 451 6199 or 0141 451 6200
• Email: GG-UHB.RenalLiveDonorTeam@nhs.net

Diagnostic Imaging provides a wide range of services at hospitals throughout NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. These include X-ray exams, Fluoroscopy exams, CT scans, MRI scans, Ultrasound scans and Interventional procedures.

These are carried out in an Imaging Department (also sometimes called Radiology or X-ray).

For more information, please select the site where your appointment will take place below:

Further Information

What is haemophilia and thrombosis

Haemophilia and Thrombosis Centre

The centre is based on the Ground Floor of the Medical Block in Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

To contact the service call: 0141 211 4840 or 0141 211 5127 Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm.

Out with these hours if you need urgent advice or treatment please phone the hospital switchboard on 0141 211 4000 and ask to speak to the haematologist on call for the Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

Haematology is the study of the cause, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases related to blood. It involves the production of blood and its components, such as blood cells, haemoglobin, blood proteins and bone marrow.

Haematology Staff

Haematologists investigate, diagnose and treat diseases such as anaemia, leukaemia and lymphoma. They also care for patients with blood-clotting abnormalities and are responsible for ensuring that blood transfusions are safe and available when they are needed. 

Haematologists can be biomedical scientists and clinical scientists who work in laboratories as well as medical staff who work with patients in clinics and on the wards. They can be involved throughout the patient’s journey, from the first hospital visit, through laboratory diagnosis to treatment.

Hundreds of thousands of blood tests are done every day in the UK.

Haemostasis (Blood Coagulation)

Haemostasis is the human body’s response to blood vessel injury and bleeding. It involves a coordinated effort between platelets and numerous blood clotting proteins (or factors), resulting in the formation of a blood clot and subsequent stopping of the bleed. 

Blood Transfusion

Blood transfusion is the process of receiving blood or blood products. 

Transfusions are used for various medical conditions to replace lost components of the blood. Blood transfusion uses individual components of the blood, such as red blood cells, white blood cells, plasma, clotting factors and platelets.

Our Programme

Assessment: all SWMS patients will undergo an initial assessment.

Treatment: SWMS is a structured education programme.

Assessment

Patients referred to SWMS will undergo an initial assessment. They will be asked to complete a questionnaire prior to the assessment. The assessment will cover a variety of areas that we know can influence your weight management, including questions about:

• Diet and weight history
• Health conditions
• Activity levels
• Mood and well being
• Motivation

The initial assessment allows us to direct you towards the best treatment plan for you. This may include further assessment with a Clinical Psychologist and/or a Physiotherapist.

Treatment

The SWMS is a structured lifestyle education programme delivered by a specialist multi-disciplinary team. This is primarily delivered in groups which are currently delivered online.

Some patients may be offered a 1:1 approach following assessment based on clinical need.

Our programme offers expert advice on diet, nutrition and physical activity, underpinned by psychological theory to support patients with their long term lifestyle change.

The standard SWMS programme aims to support weight loss and long-term weight maintenance. The specialist team will give advice and support with:

• Psychological strategies
• Physical activity guidance
• Individual dietary
• Lifestyle advice

All advice is tailored to the individual patient and take into consideration any severe and complex health conditions that may have an impact on their ability to make the necessary changes.

More Information

The ‘Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Programme’ refers to the processes in place to ensure that patients are ready for their surgery and receive the care they need to get back to the comfort of their own home, as quickly as possible.

A huge part of improving a patient’s recovery after surgery is making sure they have a good understanding of what to expect before coming into the hospital. This website, information leaflets and appointments with the staff in the hospital are all opportunities to find out what will happen when you come into the hospital and how to prepare for it.

Preparing for surgery

An operation and the healing process can place high physical demands on the body. In the weeks and months before an operation, you can take action to improve your health and fitness in preparation for surgery. If you do this then you will be back to your normal self, much quicker.

During and after your surgery

We make sure all patients get the same high level of care during their anaesthetic, surgery and afterwards on the ward, so we can get you back on your feet as soon as possible.

Physiotherapists and nursing will do this by:

• Getting you out of bed, with the help of the staff, soon after surgery
• Encourage you to eat and drink normally
• Get you dressed and into your own clothes
• Getting you home as soon as possible

This will all help to get your recovery off to the best possible start and do not increase the risk of any complications.

The sooner you can get moving and get back on your feet the better the result from your surgery. It can also helps reduce discomfort, if you have had a hip or knee replacement surgery. 

We will ensure you have plenty of medication available to help ease the pain when you need it. In most cases, the discomfort significantly improves after only a few days.

When you come into the hospital you will be told how long your hospital stay is likely to be, so you know what to expect.

The planned duration of stay will vary depending on the specifics of your operation and which hospital you are attending. You will be assessed regularly after your surgery to check how you are progressing and to check for any complications.

You will be discharged home when you are ready even if this is earlier than the planned date. If you need a little more help don’t worry, you will not be discharged until you are ready.

An electrocardiogram (ECG) records the rhythm and electrical activity of your heart. ECG’s can often be done by your GP (family doctor) if he/she suspects that you might have heart disease or you may be referred to your local hospital to have an ECG done.   

What to expect when you have an ECG

You will have several small sticky patches (electrodes) placed on your arms, legs and chest.  These patches are connected to an ‘ECG recorder’ which picks up the electrical signals produced with each heart beat so that a ‘heart trace’ can be recorded.

The test is quick and painless and is important for spotting any irregular heartbeats, such as it beating too fast.

An ECG can show if you have had a heart attack or problems with your heart rhythm but, other tests may be required to make certain.

Exercise ECG (ETT)

Some patients will be given an exercise ECG. This test is the same as the EGC but you will be asked to walk on a treadmill. This will start slowly on the level and then gets a bit faster and a bit steeper. Your ‘heart trace’ will be recorded at the same time. 

This test helps the doctor decide whether or not it is likely that you have a narrowing in the coronary arteries. If you have a very abnormal Exercise ECG you may be advised to have a coronary angiogram.

Almost all patients with angina or who have had a heart attack, who can walk comfortably on a treadmill, will have a treadmill Exercise ECG test.   

If you cannot manage a treadmill test there are other tests that can give the doctor similar information. 

This webpage provides: 

• Information about dietitians and how to access our clinical service 
• Nutritional information and advice that can help people to manage their health condition
• Useful information for staff and colleagues. 

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Who are we?

We are a team of dietitians, support workers and administrative staff. Our dietitians assess and treat nutritional and dietary issues in a variety of health care settings, including hospitals and health centres, across the health board area. The paediatric service also provide a Scotland wide service for inherited metabolic diseases and shared care to other areas. 

Dietitians are Allied Health Professionals registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) who specialise in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of dietary issues for individual people and the wider population. The term “dietitian” is legally protected; only people that are suitably trained and registered with the HCPC can use this title.

What do we do?

A Dietitian will assess your dietary intake and will work with you to develop and agree a treatment plan to help meet your goals in relation to your health concerns. Examples of the benefits of seeing a Dietitian are:

• To reach or maintain a healthy weight
• To resolve symptoms caused by food allergies and / or intolerances
• To live healthily with a long-term condition, e.g. diabetes, coeliac disease, irritable bowel syndrome, cancer, renal disease and weight management advice from the specialist weight management service.

Our governing body is the British Dietetics Association (BDA). See below for more information on dietetics. The site also provides information on a variety of topics including, “How to become a dietitian” and information on self management of certain conditions – see “Food Facts”.

How do you access our service?

You can ask your General Practitioner (GP) or other health care professional to refer you to a dietitian. 

If you are under the care of a hospital consultant they, or a specialist nurse attached to the multi-disciplinary service, can also refer you to a dietitian.

About your appointment

Your appointment will either be face to face, by telephone or using NHS Near me video consultation. NHS Near me is new video consultation, more information is available on the button below

Further information

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What is Colposcopy?

Most patients seen in colposcopy clinics do not have cancer. The aim is to spot and treat abnormalities before they become cancerous. Clinics provide care for women with abnormal cervical smears. They diagnose and treat various conditions including abnormal cells and early cancers of the cervix. They also care for women with other conditions affecting the vulva and vagina.

Colposcopy is an examination to look closely at the cervix (neck of the womb) using a special microscope. Similar examination may be performed at the vulva (vulvoscopy) or vagina (vaginoscopy). Small tissue samples (biopsies) may be taken to check for any pre-cancerous or cancerous change. Treatment for pre-cancerous change can also be done at the same time if needed.