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What is a minimally invasive mitral valve repair?

A mitral valve repair is a surgery to fix issues of the mitral valve. This surgery can be done with minimally invasive techniques, which is preferable for many patients over open-heart surgery. In this article, a consultant cardiothoracic surgeon explains the surgery and in which cases it is conducted.

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Coronary angioplasty: when and why you might need it

A coronary angioplasty is a treatment to improve blood flow to the heart. This procedure helps patients reduce or get rid of chest pain, fatigue, and breathlessness that is caused by restriction in the blood vessel or plaque buildup. In this article, a consultant cardiologist explains all about this procedure and when it is necessary.

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Urology

The diagnosis of prostate cancer and identification of correct treatments

Prostate cancer usually develops over many years, and tends to have no external symptoms until the prostate becomes big enough to disrupt urination and sexual function. During this time, the cancer may spread to organs in other parts of the body, which is why it is ideal to get diagnosed as early as possible to develop a treatment plan that adequately addresses the spread and severity. In this article, a consultant urological surgeon shares all about how prostate cancer is diagnosed and treated.

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Medical oncology

Exploring the connection between colorectal cancers and genetics, diet and lifestyle

Colon cancer, rectal cancer, colorectal cancer, or bowel cancer. The name changes depending on where the malignancy originates, but diagnosis, genetics and management has become more uniform and standardised. A leading medical oncologist takes a look at this important talking point in this informative article.

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Surgery

Bariatric surgery: How surgery and medications work together to improve health and quality of life

Bariatric surgery is a transformative intervention for obesity that can support weight loss and improve overall health and quality of life. Together with the use of medications, bariatric surgery can aid in long-term weight maintenance, supporting your journey towards better health. This article explains how bariatric surgery works, its effects on weight loss, and the complementary role of medications in enhancing health and quality of life.

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Orthopaedic surgery

Shoulder injuries: what should you know?

The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the human body, allowing for a wide range of movement. However, this increased mobility also makes the shoulder vulnerable to injuries, which can affect people of all ages. Whether caused by overuse, trauma, or simple wear and tear, shoulder injuries can cause pain and limit everyday activities. A revered orthopaedic surgeon helps us to understand the causes and treatment options available.

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By Dr Jaime Jonsson
19.11.24

Building resilience: Managing stress and burnout

It's common to experience stress in our daily lives. However, when stress becomes overwhelming and persists over time, it can lead to a state known as burnout. Here, Dr Jaime Jonsson, renowned consultant clinical psychologist, provides her expert insight into stress and burnout, along with their causes, impacts on health, and available treatment.

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By Mr Konstantinos Evangelou
19.11.24

Gold standard hip replacement techniques

Hip replacement surgery, or total hip arthroplasty, is a highly effective procedure for relieving pain and restoring function in patients with severe hip damage, commonly due to arthritis or injury. Modern advancements in surgical techniques and implant technology have elevated hip replacement to a gold standard in orthopaedic care. This article explores the key techniques that represent the gold standard in hip replacement surgery.

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Surgery

What to eat on weight loss injections

Here, highly reputable weight management physician, Dr Tabassum Malik, shares her expert insights with regards to what foods to eat and what foods to avoid when taking weight loss injections.

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Pain medicine

Latest advances in sciatica treatment and pain management

Sciatica is the sharp pain that emanates from the lower back and to the leg. It is caused by compression, inflammation or irritation of the sciatic nerve that travels from the buttocks and down each leg. It is most often caused when by a herniated disc or an overgrowth of bone puts pressure on the spine nerve roots. In this article, a consultant pain physician and intervention specialist explores treatment options and pain management methods for sciatica.

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