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Electromyogram (EMG) - QEII

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WL85-0335

An EMG is a test that uses electricity to check how your nerves and muscles are working. This pamphlet explains how to get ready for an EMG, how an EMG is done, how long it will take, and when you will get the results.

Endo-échographie

| .pdf | PRINT CODE FF85-1793

Une endo-échographie est un examen qui sert à examiner la partie supérieure du tube digestif, le pancréas, la vésicule biliaire, le médiastin (structures de la partie centrale du thorax) et, possiblement, le rectum. Le présent dépliant explique comment se préparer à l’examen, où aller pour le faire faire et ce qui se passe après. Une liste de précautions à prendre durant les 24 premières heures est fournie, de même qu’une liste des risques se rattachant à ce test. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Endometriosis

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WA85-2040

When tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus grows outside of the uterus, it is called endometriosis. The cause of endometriosis is not known. This pamphlet lists the symptoms of endometriosis and explains how it is diagnosed and treated.

Endophthalmitis

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WW85-0515

Endophthalmitis is a type of severe (very bad) eye infection. It can lead to permanent vision loss in the infected eye. This pamphlet explains the possible treatments for endophthalmitis, and gives information about follow-up and pain.

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