X-ray guided nerve root block - Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital

Who will be performing the nerve root block?The test is carried out by a radiologist (a doctor who specialises inx-ray procedures). The radiologist will explain the test to you beforehe starts, and answer any questions you may have.The x-ray equipment is operated by a radiographer. Radiologynurses will also be present during the procedure. These members ofstaff will introduce themselves at the start of the examination.Occasionally student radiographers or medical students will bepresent to observe the procedure.Where will it take place?In the fluoroscopy room or the CT scanner in the x-ray department.How do I prepare for a nerve root block?■■■■■■If you have any allergies or you have previously reacted to intravenouscontrast medium you must let the doctor know. Intravenouscontrast medium is the injection we give you during somescans.If you normally take warfarin tablets please contact thedepartment on 01392 402334.You will be asked to wear a hospital gown.First Southern National bus X53 from Weymouth, Seaton, Beer andSidford stops next to the Hospital on Barrack Road. Beacon Bus 377from Chulmleigh, Lapford, Morchard Bishop and Crediton stops nextto the hospital on Barrack Road and outside the main front entranceof the hospital.By carFollow the signposts to the hospital from most main routes intoExeter. Follow signposts in the hospital grounds to our car parks.Car parking is by pay and display, so please bring change.The current charges for the RD&E onsite parking at Wonford asfrom October 1st 2010 are as follows:■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■£2.00 for up to two hours£4.00 for up to four hours£8.00 for all day parking£24.00 for a weekly ticketPlease be aware that these charges are subject to change.The number of spaces is limited, so please leave plenty of time tofind a space.For more information on how to get to the hospital, please use thefollowing website: www.rdehospital.nhs.uk/patients/where■■You will need to bring someone with you to hospital to stay withyou and drive you home afterwards. It would be best if thatperson could stay with you for a while when you get home.For more information on the Radiology Department, please visit ourwebsite: www.rdehospital.nhs.uk/patients/services/radiology- 2 - - 7 -