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"Recent Heamaturia diagnosis"

About: North Devon District Hospital / Radiology (X-ray) North Devon District Hospital / Urology

(as the patient),

I recently attended the Northern Devon District Hospital at Barnstaple where I had two procedures for blood in my urine. The first was for an ultra sound. This was carried out on time. The nurse was pleasant and efficient. The whole procedure took just 15 minutes and I was told that I would get the results the next day after my second appointment.

 I attended the urology clinic for a flexible cystoscopy the next day. Again, I went in on  time after receiving specific instructions from the nurse. I was made to feel at ease by the clinician and consultant. After the procedure was finished, the consultant told me that he believed the bleeding was  as a result of post radiotherapy after my prostatectomy five years ago. He also told me that my ultrasound test was negative and he was happy to discharge me.

I wish to congratulate all the staff concerned with my tests and that I am very grateful with the care and attention I received. Well done and thank you.

 

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Response from Paula Howells, Senior Medical Secretary (Northern Services), Urology Team (Northern Services), Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust 5 months ago
Paula Howells
Senior Medical Secretary (Northern Services), Urology Team (Northern Services),
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

I have worked in the NHS for over 35 years as a senior Medical Secretary in various specialties. I currently work in the Urology Department providing PA services to the clinical team.

Submitted on 19/12/2023 at 11:24
Published on Care Opinion at 11:24


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Dear LordGibbo50

Thank you for taking the time and trouble to post your positive feedback regarding your haematuria investigations. I am pleased that you found both your ultrasound and flexible cystoscopy procedures were carried out with care and attention by all the staff concerned. I am pleased that the results were negative and that you could be discharged the same day.

Many thanks again for leaving your feedback.

Kind regards

Paula

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