From 7pm on Friday 6 December, and on Saturday 7 December, you'll only be able to enter Evelina London Children's Hospital by going through the main entrance of St Thomas' Hospital. Find out more.

A-Z of patient leaflets by title

Use the A-Z links here to find out more about our children's services

This page lists our patient information leaflets by their title. View leaflets listed by department.

As part of your child's care, you should receive information about their appointment, test, operation or anything you need to do when you return home. If you have not received the relevant information, please speak to your doctor or nurse. 

Every leaflet is reviewed at least every three years to make sure it is kept up to date.

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  • Rapid group A Strep testing
    Description
    Information about rapid group A Strep testing at our hospital.
  • Read and rhyme anytime
    Description
    A guide to language development in children using reading and rhyming.
  • Rectal washouts
    Description
    This leaflet aims to teach parents how to perform rectal washouts safely on their baby at home. It explains the reasons for the treatment, the equipment involved, how to do the procedure, and how to deal with any potential problems, including who to contact and contact numbers.
  • Relaxation for your child
    Description
    Information to help you to manage your child's stress and anxiety.
  • Removal of accessory digits in babies under LA
    Description
    This leaflet is about a procedure to remove your baby's extra little fingers or toes (accessory digits) under local anaesthetic.
  • Respiratory virus infection and how we manage it
    Description
    Information for parents on respiratory virus infections. Leaflet includes information on the types of respiratory virus infection, how to test for them, and how to prevent the spread of infection.
  • Routine EEG
    Description
    This leaflet explains more about routine EEG.
  • Routine pregnancy tests before a planned operation/procedure
    Description
    This leaflet answers your questions about having a routine pregnancy test before your operation/procedure. It explains why itis necessary for all female patients who are 12 years old and above.
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