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Man who has an anal fistula.
Written by Top Doctors

Written by Top Doctors
Surgery

Anal fistula: Signs, symptoms and treatment options

An anal fistula is a small tunnel that forms between the end of the bowel and the skin around the anus. It typically develops following an anal abscess, which is an infected cavity filled with pus. If an abscess does not heal properly, a fistula can form as the body creates a pathway to drain the infection. Anal fistulas can cause significant discomfort and may require medical intervention to manage effectively.

Aftercare for gender reassignment top surgery is important.
Professor Philip Drew

By Professor Philip Drew
12.11.24
Surgery

Aftercare for gender reassignment 'Top' surgery

Gender reassignment surgery, also known as gender confirmation surgery, is a significant and life-affirming step for many transgender individuals. Comprehensive post-surgical aftercare is crucial for recovery, achieving the best possible outcomes, and ensuring both physical and mental well-being. Here’s what to expect in terms of aftercare and how to navigate the post-operative period effectively.

Surgeon performing keyhole surgery for hernia.
Written by Top Doctors

Written by Top Doctors
Surgery

The benefits of keyhole surgery for hernia

Keyhole surgery, also known as laparoscopic surgery, is a minimally invasive technique frequently used for hernia repairs. By using small incisions, this technique allows surgeons to insert a laparoscope (a small camera) and specialised surgical tools to repair the hernia, without the need for a large open incision. Keyhole surgery is commonly chosen over open surgery due to several significant advantages.

A woman holding a pink ribbon symbol of breast cancer
Mr Harun Thomas

By Mr Harun Thomas
04.11.24
Surgery

Finding a breast lump: What it means and how to get it checked

Breast lumps are common and can occur for a variety of reasons. However, their discovery can be a worrying experience, and it’s natural to have questions and concerns. Here, Mr Harun Thomas, renowned consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon, explains what breast lumps are, how they are checked, and the treatment options available, providing clear information to help guide you through the next steps if you discover a lump in your breast.

Gallstone
Mr Muhammad Hanif Shiwani

By Mr Muhammad Hanif Shiwani
04.11.24
Surgery

What you need to know about gallstone removal

Gallstones are hard, stone-like structures that are the size of a grain of sand or as wide as a large coin that form in the gallbladder, which is an organ in the abdomen that is used to store and release bile that breaks down fats in the digestive system. The stones don’t always need treatment, but when necessary, then surgery is conducted to remove the entire gallbladder. In this article, a leading consultant laparoscopic surgeon explains how gallstones are treated.

Hernia
Mr Myutan Kulendran

By Mr Myutan Kulendran
31.10.24
Surgery

Hernia: the symptoms and treatment

A hernia is when an internal body component, often a part of an organ, starts to extrude through a weakness or fault in the muscle or tissue wall. They are most common in the torso, particularly the abdomen and groin areas. Some hernias can be left alone, but some will need to medical intervention for the comfort and health of the patient. In this article, a consultant laparoscopic general surgeon explains what is a hernia and how it can be treated.

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