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Breast self-awareness
Mr Daniel Glassman

Mr Daniel Glassman
23.10.24
Chirurgia generale

The importance of self-awareness in breast cancer

Self-awareness and self-examination are vital tools in the early detection of breast cancer. Going to screenings and organising scans is not something that every person is able to fit in with their schedules, so being able to monitor your own body for irregularities can mean all the difference to how the cancer is treated if found. In this article, a leading oncoplastic breast surgeon tells us about the importance of self-awareness, and how it can be utilised against breast cancer.

Woman who has had breast reduction surgery
Mr Ioannis Michalakis

Mr Ioannis Michalakis
23.10.24
Chirurgia generale

Breast reduction surgery for cancer patients and cosmetic treatment

Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, serves two distinct purposes: therapeutic treatment for patients recovering from breast cancer and cosmetic improvement for those seeking relief from physical discomfort or aesthetic concerns. Both types of procedures can significantly improve a patient's quality of life, but the approach and considerations for each can differ.

Bowel cancer screening significantly improves outcomes and survival rates.
Mr Simon Radley

Mr Simon Radley
23.10.24
Chirurgia generale

What you need to know about bowel cancer screening

Bowel cancer, or colorectal cancer, is one of the UK’s most common types of cancer. Screening, which can lead to early detection, significantly improves outcomes and survival rates. It also involves testing for signs of cancer in people who don’t have symptoms. By identifying abnormalities early, treatment can begin sooner, which is key to preventing the disease from progressing.

A microscopic view of pancreatic cancer cells
Mr Nikolaos Chatzizacharias

Mr Nikolaos Chatzizacharias
22.10.24
Chirurgia generale

Understanding pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic cancer is one of the most challenging malignancies to diagnose and treat, often presenting with few specific symptoms until it has reached advanced stages. Early detection is thus crucial for improving patient outcomes. Here, Mr Nikolaos Chatzizacharias, renowned consultant hepato-pancreato-biliary and liver transplant surgeon, will explore the symptoms and staging of pancreatic cancer, along with the different treatment options available, including surgery.

A young woman holding a pink breast cancer ribbon
Mr Naren Basu

Mr Naren Basu
16.10.24
Chirurgia generale

Breast cancer genetics: The role of BRCA1 and BRCA2

Genetics plays a significant role in the development of breast cancer, significantly increasing a woman’s risk of developing the cancer. Here, Mr Naren Basu, renowned consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon, provides an expert insight into breast cancer genetics, discussing the role of genes such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, the implications of genetic testing, and the treatment options available for those affected.

A man holding his hands on top of his chest and stomach, feeling pain
Professor Ewen Griffiths

Professor Ewen Griffiths
09.10.24
Chirurgia generale

What is an endoscopy for a hiatus hernia? An expert guide to the procedure

A hiatus hernia can often lead to symptoms and health complications. Diagnosing this condition accurately is thus crucial for determining the best treatment option, and an endoscopy is the most effective methods for doing so. Here, Professor Ewen Griffiths, renowned consultant upper GI and general surgeon, explains what is an endoscopy for a hiatus hernia, why it’s the preferred diagnostic tool, and what patients can expect during and after the procedure.

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