Por Mr Michael Stellakis
19.06.19
Cirugía general
Feeling bloated? Finding relief from constipation and diarrhoea
Bloating and abdominal pain can happen due to a variety of reasons like diet, certain foods and stress. Mr Michael Stellakis, one the UK's leading laparoscopic surgeons talks about relieving bloating, abdominal cramps and irritable bowel syndrome. Take a look at what may be causing your irritable bowels.
Por Mr Majid Hashemi
18.06.19
Cirugía general
Weight loss surgery: does it really work?
Weight loss surgery is an excellent option for obese patients who feel miserable and in desperate need to make a positive to change to their health and wellbeing. Leading London bariatric and gastrointestinal surgeon Mr Majid Hashemi explains more.
Por Miss Christina Choy
06.06.19
Cirugía general
Breast reconstruction after a mastectomy
Following a mastectomy, many women will opt to have breast reconstruction. There are various methods of reconstructing the breast, with the two main procedures being; implant reconstruction and flap reconstruction. Miss Christina Choy talks to us about the ins and outs of breast reconstruction surgery and if there are any alternatives.
Por Mr Krishna Moorthy
03.06.19
Cirugía general
Oesophageal cancer: early signs and survival rate
Persistent acid reflux is a risk factor in developing oesophageal cancer. We've asked one of our top surgeons Mr Krishna Moorthy to explain the early signs of the disease, the survival rate and whether it is curable.
Por Mr Ahmed R. Ahmed
27.05.19
Cirugía general
How to prepare for weight loss surgery: top tips
When you’re going in for surgery, there is always a lot to think about. For bariatric surgery, or weight loss surgery, this is truer than ever, with instructions to follow both before and after the procedure to make sure it is a success. Leading surgeon Mr Ahmed R. Ahmed is here to give his top tips for preparing for weight loss surgery.
Por Professor Muntzer Mughal
23.05.19
Cirugía general
Achalasia: a possible reason behind swallowing problems
If you're having difficulty in swallowing both drinks and solid foods, then you may be experiencing achalasia, a rare condition that is often overlooked. Read more from our expert surgeon Professor Muntzer Mughal on the causes, symptoms and treatment options.
Por Professor Hemant Kocher
13.05.19
Cirugía general
Can you live without the pancreas?
The pancreas plays an important role in digestion and blood sugar control. Unfortunately, if it becomes affected by cysts or cancer, part or all of the pancreas may need to be removed. So can you live with only a part of your pancreas, or no pancreas at all? We asked internationally renowned professor of liver and pancreas surgery, Professor Hemant Kocher. of the University of London:
Por Mr Richard Lovegrove
09.05.19
Cirugía general
What does an Ileal pouch or J-pouch surgery involve?
Ileal pouch surgery is mostly used to treat ulcerative colitis, or familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) when removal of the colon and rectum is required but the patient wishes to avoid a permanent ileostomy. An ileostomy is an operation that creates a small opening at the end of the small intestine to divert waste out through an opening in the abdomen and into a bag. Colorectal surgeon, Mr Richard Lovegrove gives us a detailed guide about what an ileal pouch operation entails and how it's different to an ileostomy.
Por Mr Thomas Satyadas
29.04.19
Cirugía general
How does a specialist manage gallbladder surgery?
A cholecystectomy is the most common procedure used when performing gallbladder surgery to remove bile duct stones. However, it requires a highly-experienced surgeon to perform a somewhat difficult operation. Our expert surgeon Mr Thomas Satyadas explains why.
Por Mr Bart Decadt
29.04.19
Cirugía general
Weight loss surgery: how to transform your health
Weight loss surgery is an excellent option for those who struggle with obesity as, along with your waistline, it can majorly reduce the health risks associated with obesity. Leading bariatric surgeon Mr Bart Decadt explains the potential health problems an extremely overweight person may face and the procedure options available.
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