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).
Let's work together to keep your nephrostomy tube working well and free from infection. What is a nephrostomy tube? A nephrostomy tube is a catheter (a thin tube). It is put in through your skin and into your kidney to drain your urine (pee). Why would I need a nephrostomy tube? You may need a nephrostomy tube when something is blocking your normal flow of urine. Urine from your kidney passes through tubes called ureters. Your ureters are connected to your bladder. If they get blocked, the urine will stay in your kidney and cause damage to it. A nephrostomy tube is put in to drain the urine directly from your kidney. You may need this tube if you have kidney stones, pelvic tumours, damage to your urinary system or prostate cancer.