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Sclerotherapy Discharge Instructions: Dr. MacKean

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WG85-0206

Your varicose veins have been injected with a special medication during a treatment called sclerotherapy. This pamphlet gives specific directions to prevent blood clots from forming in your healthy veins. Mild side effects and a list of symptoms that require medical attention right away are provided.

Telemetry

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WG85-0006

Telemetry is a way of recording and monitoring your heart’s rate and rhythm. This pamphlet answers questions like why telemetry is done, where and how it is done, and what to do if you have any problems. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Télésurveillance

| .pdf | PRINT CODE FF85-1893

La présente brochure répond aux questions suivantes : pourquoi utilise-t-on la télésurveillance, comment procède-t-on et quoi faire en cas de problèmes. This pamphlet is also available in English.

The Cardiology Service at the QEII

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WG85-1421

The Cardiology Service provides various tests, procedures, and other care to heart patients. This pamphlet details the different cardiology units at the QE II and members of your health care team. Includes what you and your support person(s) should know about your hospital stay.

Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia Purpura (TTP)

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WH85-0724

TTP stands for thrombotic thrombocytopenia purpura. In TTP, the linings of your blood vessels are damaged. This causes very small clots to form that can block the blood flow in your body. This pamphlet looks at causes, symptoms, treatment options, and ways to prevent injury or bleeding problems.

Ticagrelor

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WG85-1496

Ticagrelor is a medicine used along with low dose Aspirin to reduce your risk of having a heart attack. This pamphlet explains instructions for how to take this medicine, drug interactions, foods to avoid, and health conditions that are not compatible with this medicine.

Timbre de nitroglycérine

| .pdf | PRINT CODE FF85-1911

Ce document explique à quoi sert ce médicament et comment le prendre. Vous y découvrirez également ce qu’il faut faire si vous oubliez une dose, des conseils de conservation, des conseils sur les médicaments et les aliments à éviter et des avertissements. This pamphlet is also available in English.

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