Nursing standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
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Percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) is a new, non-invasive treatment for faecal incontinence. It is given in an outpatient setting and has few side effects. An increasing number of studies confirm its efficacy. This article discusses the procedure, reports early experiences of using PTNS at one centre in the UK and considers cost effectiveness.
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The NHS relies heavily on the voluntary sector to deliver health care, but future provision is uncertain under GP commissioning consortia.
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After a week in the intensive care unit we were told that nothing more could be done for Grandpa. He hated being in hospital and, as a family, we agreed that we should care for him at home.