The optomap ultra-widefield retinal image is a unique technology that captures more than 80% of your retina in one panoramic image while traditional imaging methods typically only show 15% of your retina at one time. The benefits of having an optomap ultra-widefield retinal image taken are:
Nephrostomy Tube Care. A nephrostomy tube is a drainage tube placed into the kidney to drain urine directly from the kidney. The word nephrostomy comes from two Latin root words for kidney (nephr) and new opening (stomy).
How do you care for a nephrostomy? Home care for a nephrostomy includes cleaning the site and managing urine drainage bags. Since all nephrostomy tubes eventually become clogged, the doctor must replace the nephrostomy tube every 2 to 3 weeks. Nurses who are specially trained in nephrostomy care, train patients who need to care for them.