Por Mr Peter Craig
20.02.23
Traumatología
Revision knee replacement: when is it necessary?
After undergoing total knee replacement, the vast majority of people are happy with the outcome and do not require more surgery. However, there are several particular circumstances when knee replacements may need to be redone.
Por Mr Angus J.M. Thomson
16.12.22
Ginecología y Obstetricia
What is Asherman's syndrome, and who is most at risk?
Mr Angus J.M. Thomson is a highly qualified and skilled consultant gynaecologist. In this article, Mr Thomson details what Asherman's syndrome is, who is most at risk, and what could potentially happen if the condition is left untreated.
Por Ms Anna Moon
09.06.22
Traumatología
What are fingertip and thumb arthritis?
In the hand, the fingertips and the base of the thumb are among the common sites for osteoarthritis, leading to terminal finger joint arthritis and arthritis at the base of the thumb, respectively. Ms Anna Moon, highly experienced consultant orthopaedic hand surgeon, provides a comprehensive overview of these two conditions, including symptoms and treatment.
Por Mr Hosaam Nasr
09.03.21
Angiología y Cirugía vascular
Microsclerotherapy for thread veins: how does it work?
Spider veins or thread veins are small damaged veins that can appear on the face or legs. They’re not harmful but some people wish to treat them due to cosmetic reasons. We spoke to leading consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon, Mr Hosaam Nasrn to discuss the option of microsclerotherapy. Find out everything you need to know about this procedure in this article.
Por Ms Anna Moon
15.07.20
Traumatología
Trigger finger: causes, symptoms and treatment
Trigger finger can lead to the fingers locking into a bent position, which can feel very tender and painful. We spoke to one of our top hand surgeons Ms Anna Moon all about the condition, from the symptoms and causes to treatment options.
Por Mr Richard Lovegrove
07.01.20
Coloproctología
Anal fistulas: causes and healing
Anal fistulas usually develop after an anal abscess. In fact, between 15% and 50% of people with an abscess will develop a fistula. There are solutions for this condition, however. In this article, colorectal surgeon Mr Richard Lovegrove explains the causes and treatments, as well as addressing if and when fistulas can heal on their own.
Por Mr Peter Craig
06.08.19
Traumatología
How to treat a sports-related ankle sprain
Sports-related ankle injuries are very common. But would do you know what to do as soon as it happens? We've asked expert orthopaedic surgeon Mr Abhijit Guha to explain how to manage a lateral ligament ankle injury.
Por Mr Richard Lovegrove
09.05.19
Coloproctología
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 Ms Anna Moon
25.04.19
Traumatología
Collagenase injections to treat Dupuytren's disease
Dupuytren's disease is a common condition where, over time, the fingers are permanently bent and can no longer be straightened. We asked one of our top orthopaedic surgeons Ms Anna Moon to explain how they can be treated minimally invasively with collagenase injections.
Por Ms Anna Moon
12.04.19
Traumatología
Cubital tunnel syndrome: Symptoms and treatment
Cubital tunnel syndrome is a compressed nerve in the elbow that causes numbness or tingling in the ring and small fingers. We've asked leading consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Ms Anna Moon, to explain what treatment options are available and whether surgery is required.
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