Irreversible electroporation and the nanoknife
Cancer is an ever-present danger to our health, affecting thousands of people in the UK, and capable of appearing in almost any part of the body. New treatments are always being researched and developed to combat cancer. Could electrical pulses provide an answer to those cancers that are difficult to treat with surgery or chemotherapy? We asked expert surgeon Mr Nicola de’ Liguori Carino.
Pancreatitis: can the pancreas heal itself?
Pancreatitis, or an inflamed pancreas, can have serious consequences on the human body. The condition comes in two forms: acute and chronic, both of which can lead to serious symptoms. When pancreatitis strikes, can the pancreas heal itself? Can the condition be prevented and what is the treatment? Renowned surgeon Professor Hemant Kocher explains.
Mr Andrew Clarke
28.01.19
Chirurgia generale
Hernia surgery: surgeon Mr Andrew Clarke operates in Ghana
Leading surgeon Mr Andrew Clarke and a small medical team travelled all the way to Ghana, Africa to perform hernia surgery on local malnourished patients who were in need of help. Here, he explains how they undertook a total of 77 cases in 5 days and the challenges and highlights they endured.
Mr Nebil Behar
25.01.19
Chirurgia generale
Just a stomach bug - or could it be appendicitis?
Tummy ache can be a fairly common annoyance, especially in children, but knowing the difference between pain caused by a stomach bug and pain caused by appendicitis can be potentially life-saving. Find out from top surgeon, Mr Nebil Behar, how to recognise appendicitis and what to do if you develop it.
Dr Samir Abdelghaffar
25.01.19
Chirurgia generale
How common is varicocele and will I require surgery?
Varicocele is a condition where the veins responsible for delivering blood from the male testicles to the main systemic veins, develop faulty valves. This consequently leads to pooling of blood within the veins surrounding the testicles and eventually their engorgement and dilatation. We asked interventional radiologist Dr Sami Abdelghaffar to answer some questions about varicocele.
Mr Joseph Varghese
25.01.19
Chirurgia generale
What are the possible complications of an ERCP?
ERCP test is a common treatment used by gastroenterologists and general surgeons to diagnose conditions of the liver, pancreas or gall bladder, including bile duct cancer. However, as with all surgical procedures, there runs a risk of complications. Leading surgeon Mr Joseph Varghese believes that all patients have the right to know the risks of any procedure before consenting. Here he explains more...
Pancreatitis: acute vs. chronic
The pancreas is an important organ, instrumental in both digestion and in regulating blood sugar levels. When it becomes inflamed, the effects can be serious for the whole body. Renowned surgeon Professor Hemant Kocher explains the dangers of pancreatitis.
Pancreatitis: should I be worried?
The pancreas is an important organ in the body, but what exactly does it do and what happens when it becomes inflamed? Expert general surgeon Mr Timothy Rees Worthington provides a guide to pancreatitis, its causes, and treatment.
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Chirurgia generale
What are the surgical options for haemorrhoids?
Haemorrhoids can really become problematic for some people, especially when they enlarge, bleed or form blood clots inside. Leading surgeon Mr Andrew Clarke explains which kind of piles needs surgery and what the options are.
Mr James Kirkby-Bott
16.01.19
Chirurgia generale
What is endocrine surgery? An expert’s guide to the thyroid and parathyroid glands
Endocrine surgery is surgery performed to remove all or part of an abnormal endocrine gland. Endocrine glands secrete hormones that have an effect on the way the body works away from the vicinity of the gland secreting the hormone. Examples of endocrine glands include the thyroid and parathyroid glands. Expert endocrine and general surgeon Mr James Kirkby-Bott explains:
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