guidance on prosthesis replacement

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Local arrangements for replacement prostheses New prosthesis styles are brought in frequently. The NHS will replace your prosthesis when it is damaged or worn out in the course of normal wear. This is usually after approximately three years. You can have a reassessment if your prosthesis is no longer a good fit, even if it is still in good condition. …

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going home after total mastectomy and axillary node sampling surgery

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How long do I need to keep my wound dressing in place for?You should remove the wound dressing 48 hours after surgery. Can I shower/wash as normal?You can shower as normal but you should not soak the wound until it is completely healed. Do I need to have stitches (sutures) removed?The stitches in the wound are dissolvable and so will …

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Going home after total mastectomy and axillary node clearance surgery

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How long do I need to keep my wound dressing in place for? You should remove the wound dressing 48 hours after surgery. Can I shower/wash as normal? You should remove the wound dressing 48 hours after surgery.You can shower as normal but you should not soak the wound until it is completely healed. Do I need to have stitches …

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going home after minor breast surgery

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How long do I need to keep my wound dressing in place for? You should remove the wound dressing 48 hours after surgery. Can I shower/wash as normal? You can shower as normal but you should not soak the wound until it is completely healed. Do I need to have stitches (sutures) removed? The stitches in the wound are dissolvable …

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family history assessment clinic

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IntroductionThis leaflet aims: To explain the role of the Family History Assessment Clinic To give you some idea of what to expect at your appointment with the Nurse Practitioner To let you know the type of information you can provide in order to get the most from your appointment. You will probably have already completed a Family History Questionnaire. This …

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