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Radiotherapy
Radiotherapy, also called radiation therapy, is a treatment that uses radioactive or ionising radiation to destroy cancer cells or slow down their growth. It is often combined with other treatments, such as surgery and chemotherapy, to effectively combat cancer. Radiotherapy can also be used to treat benign tumours and other conditions.
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Stroke unit
Patients who were affected by a stroke or CVA are admitted to a special monitoring room as soon as possible. We call this the stroke unit.
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Traumatology
The traumatology department treats disorders and problems of the musculoskeletal system and this mostly after accidents.
Here a multidisciplinary team consisting of orthopedic surgeons, paramedics, nurses, physiotherapists and occupational therapists is available to treat and guide you.
Here a multidisciplinary team consisting of orthopedic surgeons, paramedics, nurses, physiotherapists and occupational therapists is available to treat and guide you.
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Urology
The department of urology specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of the urinary tract disorders (in men, women and children) and disorders of the male genital organs.
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Vascular and thorax surgery
The department of vascular and thorax surgery specializes in the treatment of diseases and abnormalities at the level of the veins, arteries, lymphatics, lymphatic pathways, lungs and in the chest.
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Falls Clinic
The falls clinic of Sint-Trudo Hospital focuses on patients with walking and/or balance disorders and recurrent falls. A multidisciplinary team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, geriatricians and nurses will help you with a screening and give you tailored advice to avoid falls to the maximum.
About 30% of people over the age of 65 fall once a year. Due to the aging of the population, the number of fall incidents is increasing. Direct injuries from a fall include bone fractures, soft tissue injuries and cerebral disorders. In addition, there are the psychological consequences of a fall, where the fear of another fall can undermine self-reliance. Both aspects can jeopardize independent functioning in the home situation.
About 30% of people over the age of 65 fall once a year. Due to the aging of the population, the number of fall incidents is increasing. Direct injuries from a fall include bone fractures, soft tissue injuries and cerebral disorders. In addition, there are the psychological consequences of a fall, where the fear of another fall can undermine self-reliance. Both aspects can jeopardize independent functioning in the home situation.