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Chronic Pain Service (GP information)
…psychologists. Patients will be triaged and treated by the most appropriate clinician to support their care pathway. How to contact us ldh-tr.anaestheticoffice@nhs.net Useful documents https://fpm.ac.uk/standards-guidelines/core-standards https://fpm.ac.uk/opioids-aware Chronic pain (primary and…
Having an ERCP (Outpatients)
…important to rest quietly for the remainder of the day. The effects of the procedure and the sedation should have worn off by the next day, however the effects of…
Trabeculectomy Aftercare
Pain Control Normal over the counter painkillers may be used if required. Do not be alarmed that your eye is a bit red or bloodshot – this will gradually resolve….
Sustainability
In 2020, the NHS became the world’s first health service to commit to reaching net zero carbon. Following this ambition, NHS organisations have been working to translate national ambition into…
Endoscopy
An endoscopy is a procedure where organs inside your body are looked at using an instrument called an endoscope. An endoscope is a long, thin, flexible tube that has a…
Ophthalmology (GP information)
The Ophthalmic Department at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital has recently expanded to provide a full spectrum of ophthalmic services at District General Hospital level. In addition to general ophthalmology,…
Childrens (Paediatrics)
Paediatrics is the medical specialty dealing with the development and care of children and with the diagnosis and treatment of childhood diseases. For clear, local information for pregnant women, babies…
Having a Gastroscopy (Inpatients)
…about 1 in 200 people, but this is usually minor and stops on its own. Sedation can occasionally cause short-term problems with breathing, heart rate and blood pressure. Careful monitoring…
Having a Naso-Endoscopy
…If you are taking Warfarin or Aspirin tablets or have any other concerns please contact the endoscopy department upon receiving your appointment. Please inform us if you take steroids on…