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Patient Education Resources

157 Patient Education Resources

Abdominal Wall Fat Pad Biopsy

| .pdf | PRINT CODE NSHCCP-4102

In an abdominal wall fat pad biopsy, a very thin needle is used to collect a few small fat droplets from the fat pad under the skin. The droplets are then sent to a lab for examination.

After Your Renal Mass Ablation (RMA)

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WJ85-2614

This pamphlet explains what to expect after you have a renal mass ablation. This is a procedure used to treat small kidney tumours. Topics include why you need this surgery, what happens during and after surgery, activity, medications, caring for your incision, symptoms to watch for, and follow-up care.

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