Abdominal Wall Fat Pad Biopsy

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.

Don d’organes et de tissus

Le don d’organes et de tissus peut améliorer ou sauver la vie de nombreuses personnes. Aspects abordés : personnes pouvant faire un don, processus d’inscription, que se passe-t-il si vous ne vous inscrivez pas et qui peut accéder à votre décision. Les organes et les tissus pouvant être donnés sont indiqués dans le dépliant. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Organ and Tissue Donation

Organ and tissue donation can improve or save the lives of many people. This pamphlet discusses who can donate, how to register, what happens if you do not register, and who can access your decision. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Mouth Care During Cancer Treatment

Having a healthy mouth can reduce your risk of the mouth problems that cancer and cancer treatment can cause. This pamphlet explains why cancer treatments cause mouth problems, what problems they cause, and how to keep your mouth healthy.

Welcome to Unit 7B Inpatient Medicine Unit - Victoria General (VG)

This pamphlet gives information about Unit 7B Inpatient Medicine Unit at the Victoria General (VG) site of the QE II. Topics include who is on your health care team, what will happen during your stay, and who you can talk to if you have concerns.

SGLT2 Inhibitors in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

This pamphlet gives information about SGLT2 inhibitors in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Topics include what SGLT2 inhibitors are and how they work, why someone with CKD needs this medication, and how to take it. Possible side effects are also included.

Greffe allogénique de cellules souches - Site Victoria General (VG), QE II

Ce livret fournit de l'information sur la greffe de cellules souches à partir de cellules provenant d'un donneur ou d'une donneuse. On y trouve des renseignements sur les greffes de cellules souches, les phases d'une greffe allogénique de cellules souches, les soins en consultation externe, les façons de prendre soin de vous à domicile et les changements au mode de vie. This pamphlet is also available in English.