Each year, more than 50,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK. Here, Professor Jayant Vaidya, renowned consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon and professor of surgery, emphasizes the importance of early detection of breast cancer to discover any changes in the breast.
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Dr Charis Kyriakides
12.02.24
Chirurgia generale
Gallbladder polyps are growths that form on the inner lining of the gallbladder. Although most are benign, some gallbladder polyps may harbour malignancy. Here, Dr Charis Kyriakides, renowned consultant general and upper GI surgeon, offers his expert insight into gallbladder polyps.
Target IORT: Intraoperative radiotherapy for breast cancer
Revered consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon and professor of surgery Professor Jayant Vaidya discusses intraoperative radiotherapy in the treatment of breast cancer.
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Mr Tom Wiggins
30.01.24
Chirurgia generale
Hiatal hernia repair: Understanding the procedure, patient suitability, and success rates
We invited highly respected consultant in upper gastrointestinal and general surgery Mr Tom Wiggins to share his expert insight on hiatal hernia repair, giving key advice for patients preparing for this type of surgery.
How can frequent abdominal pain be managed?
Here, Mr Christian Macutkiewicz, an incredibly highly regarded consultant general, HPB, and laparoscopic surgeon, tells us when abdominal pain should be investigated, and outlines the most likely causes of frequent pain in the abdomen.
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Ms Gael MacLean
29.01.24
Chirurgia generale
Decoding mastectomy: Understanding choices, recovery, and reconstruction
The decision to undergo a mastectomy, the surgical removal of one or both breasts, is a complex and deeply personal choice often influenced by various medical, personal, and genetic factors. In her latest online article, Ms Gael MacLean explores the circumstances under which a mastectomy is advised, delving into the reasons behind this recommendation, the effectiveness of the procedure in eliminating cancer, and the factors that may lead to choosing a mastectomy over other surgical options.
Anal fissures: Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Revered consultant general surgeon Mr Vijitha Chandima Halahakoon gives an expert guide to anal fissures, including diagnosis and treatment approaches.
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Mr Anwar Ahmad
23.01.24
Chirurgia generale
Pilonidal sinus: All you need to know
Leading consultant laparoscopic colorectal and general surgeon Mr Anwar Ahmad discusses pilonidal sinus including symptoms, treatment and diagnosis, in this informative article.
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Professor Shahid Khan
12.01.24
Chirurgia generale
Frequently asked questions about endoscopy: part 2
In the second article of a two-part series, esteemed consultant Professor Shahid Khan reveals the answers to more commonly asked questions about endoscopy, including risks and complications associated with the procedure.
Understanding preventive mastectomy: Risks, benefits, and recovery
In the realm of proactive health decisions, preventive mastectomy has emerged as a powerful tool for individuals at high risk of breast cancer. In her latest online article, Professor Amtul Razzaq Carmichael delves into the various aspects of preventive mastectomy, exploring what is risk reducing mastectomy, who is likely to benefit from this operation, surgical and reconstruction options, recovery process and its, risks and benefits. Bilateral risk reducing mastectomy is an empowering choice for women, but we must not underestimate its emotional and psychological impact.
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