In most cases, a cough is a simple reflex from the body to remove mucus, smoke or irritants from the airway. In some instances, however, certain types of coughs may indicate a more serious underlying condition and be a reason for concern. Professor Suveer Singh, award-winning respiratory, sleep and critical care consultant, provides an expert insight into the different types of coughs and how they are identified.
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What you should know about robotic gynaecological surgery
Robotic-assisted laparoscopy avoids the risks of traditional surgery for myomectomy, also known as fibroid or uterine myoma removal. It's a welcome innovation for those who require this procedure. Highly-experienced consultant gynaecologist, Mr Simon Butler-Manuel, expertly answers frequently-asked questions about the method.
Mr Giles Stafford
17.05.22
Traumatologia
Ask an expert: Is a hip arthroscopy right for me?
Hip arthroscopy, a keyhole sugrical procedure, can be used to terat many conditions which affect the joint. Renowned consultant orthopaedic hip surgeon Mr Giles Stafford details how the procedure is performed and what patients can expect from the recovery period in this informative article.
Professor Bal Dhinsa
13.05.22
Traumatologia
Ankle sprains and the risk of chronic instability
A sprained ankle is a very common injury to one or more ankle ligaments that needs proper treatment to heal – and to do this correctly. Mr Bal Dhinsa, leading consultant orthopaedic surgeon, explains how an ankle sprain affects the condition of an ankle.
Dr James Pattison
12.04.22
Nefrologia
Ask an expert: What is glomerulonephritis?
Diseases which mostly affect the kidney’s filters are classified under the umbrella term glomerulonephritis. Although some patients experience sudden, serious complications, these conditions can develop very slowly over many years. In this illuminating article, renowned consultant nephrologist Dr James Pattison gives an all-you-need-to-know guide to glomerulonephritis.
Dr Anthony Li
31.03.22
Cardiologia
How serious is supraventricular tachycardia?
Highly esteemed consultant cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist Dr Anthony Li gives an expert guide to supraventricular tachycardia, its effects on the heart and the available treatment options.
Mr James Bliss
15.03.22
Traumatologia
Revision ligament surgery: when is it required and what is recovery time like?
In our latest article, highly esteemed London-based orthopaedic knee surgeon, Mr James Bliss, explains what exactly causes ligament reconstruction to fail, and also reveals how many times a ligament can be replaced.
Dr Sunil Gupta
07.02.22
Ematologia
What are the main symptoms of blood cancer?
What are the main symptoms of blood cancer? Find out in our latest informative article, in which we speak to esteemed consultant haematologist, Dr Sunil Gupta.
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