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Patient Education Resources

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Fistulogram

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WN85-0229

A fistulogram is a special X-ray that shows any narrowing(s) in your dialysis access (fistula or graft). This pamphlet explains how the test is done, how to get ready for it, and what to expect after the test.

Fistulogram - Cape Breton Regional Hospital

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WQ85-2283

A fistulogram is a special X-ray. A colourless contrast (X-ray dye) will be injected into your blood vessels using an IV (intravenous line) to help your health care team see your dialysis access (fistula). The pamphlet describes getting ready for the X-ray, how the test is done, and care after.

Fistuloplasty

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WQ85-0397

A fistuloplasty is a non-surgical procedure used to open blocked or narrowed blood vessels in your fistula. The pamphlet outlines how to procedure is done and what to expect.

Fistuloplasty - Cape Breton Regional Hospital

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WQ85-2284

A fistuloplasty is a non-surgical procedure used to open blocked or narrowed blood vessel in your fistula. The blood vessel is stretched with a special balloon. The pamphlet outlines what to expect going into the procedure, what happens after, risks, and a list of symptoms to watch for are provided.

Flax

| .pdf | PRINT CODE LC85-0543

This pamphlet explains the health benefits of flax, what forms flax comes in, how to use flax, how much to use, and how to store it. Nutrient information for the different types of flax and recipes are provided.

Flexible Sigmoidoscopy - VG Site

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WI85-0188

A flexible sigmoidoscopy is a test to look at part of your lower bowel and rectum (bum). This pamphlet describes getting ready for the test, how the test is done, and care after the test. This pamphlet is also available in French, Arabic, and Simplified Chinese.

Fluorescein Angiography (FA)

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WW85-0132

Fluorescein angiography (FA) shows the blood flow in your retina. It lets your eye doctor find any problems. Topics include: getting ready for the test, day of treatment, how the test is done, and what to expect after the test. This pamphlet is also available in French.

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