Lincolnshire first in the UK to use a new technique to treat skin cancer
[…] provide a close fit and to reduce radiation to nearby areas. Following the course of treatment a follow-up appointment is scheduled for around 6 weeks later to check the treatment has gone well and to monitor progress. Follow-up visits are then scheduled every 3-6 months for the first year and once per year after […]
https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/news/lincolnshire-first-in-the-uk-to-use-a-new-technique-to-treat-skin-cancer/Seal of approval for refurbished hospital endoscopy unit
[…] Colonoscopes – used to examine your large intestine (colon). · Gastroscopes – used to examine your oesophagus and stomach. · Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) – used to check for gallstones. · Broncoscopes – used to examine your lungs and airways. The JAG accreditation is awarded by the Joint Advisory Group on Gastrointenstinal Endoscopy. The […]
https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/news/seal-of-approval-for-refurbished-hospital-endoscopy-unit/Seal of approval for new hospital endoscopy unit
[…] Colonoscopes – used to examine your large intestine (colon) · Gastroscopes – used to examine your oesophagus and stomach · Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) – used to check for gallstones · Broncoscopes – used to examine your lungs and airways The JAG accreditation is awarded by the Joint Advisory Group on Gastrointenstinal Endoscopy. The […]
https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/news/seal-of-approval-for-new-hospital-endoscopy-unit/Golfers to help improve cancer patients’ lives with charity fundraiser
[…] Lincoln County Hospital after she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021. She spent nine months attending the unit weekly for treatment and continues to receive regular check-ups from the department. Seniors Captain Chris Barber and members of the Louth Golf Club, with United Lincolnshire Hospitals Charity Fundraiser Connor Hill Chris believes it is […]
https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/news/golfers-to-help-improve-cancer-patients-lives-with-charity-fundraiser/Information for patients attending for lung function tests
[…] To monitor disease progression of existing lung conditions. To assess the effect of treatment e.g. inhaled medication or review the need for treatment. For pre-operative assessments to check fitness for surgery. How long will the tests take? The length of the appointment will depend on which tests are requested. This can vary from 20 […]
https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/patients/patient-information-library/information-for-patients-attending-for-lung-function-tests/Conservative management of cervical intraepithelia neoplasia grade 2
[…] (term) pregnancy. It is important to be aware of this association and to mention it at any future pregnancy assessments. Scans are sometimes offered during pregnancy to check the depth of your cervix. The doctor or nurse specialist will discuss this with you when discussing the treatment options. The treatment is not associated with […]
https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/patients/patient-information-library/conservative-management-of-cervical-intraepithelia-neoplasia-grade-2/