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By Miss Jasdeep Gahir
17.11.22
Surgery
An expert explains: Risk reducing surgery for breast cancer
Highly esteemed consultant oncoplastic breast and general surgeon Miss Jasdeep Gahir shares her expert insight on the advantages of risk reducing surgery for patients who run a high risk of developing breast cancer in this detailed article.
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By Mr Atul Bagul
15.11.22
Surgery
Cholecystectomy: everything you need to know before you get your gallbladder removed
Gallbladder removal, or cholecystectomy, is one of the most common surgical procedures in the world. Nevertheless, many people find the prospect of undergoing this surgery daunting and are quite nervous in the run-up to the procedure. In his latest article, leading consultant surgeon Mr Atul Bagul explains this surgery in detail.
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By Mrs Kalpana Devalia
09.11.22
Surgery
Bariatric surgery: What weight loss surgical options are available?
Bariatric (or weight loss) surgery is the name for a group of surgical procedures that can help to treat excess weight. Mrs Kalpana Devalia, leading consultant general, gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeon, explains what are the main operations performed, who is a suitable candidate and how results can be maintained.
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By Mr Jawad Ahmad
03.11.22
Surgery
Gallstones are a common condition that often require no treatment. However, sometimes gallstones can be extremely painful or have a range of different symptoms. In his latest article, renowned consultant general surgeon Mr Jawad Ahmad explains this condition in detail, including their causes, symptoms and treatment options.
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By Mr Jawad Ahmad
02.11.22
Surgery
Precision, accuracy and detail: Robotic surgery explained
In this expert guide to robotic surgery, highly respected consultant general, laparoscopic and robotic hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeon Mr Jawad Ahmad details how robotics are used in surgical procedures to improve outcomes and patient safety.
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By Mr Matthew Tutton
11.10.22
Surgery
When is surgery required for gallbladder stones?
In this detailed guide to gallbladder surgery, revered consultant general and colorectal surgeon Mr Matthew Tutton explains when surgical intervention is required to treat gallbladder stones and how this type of procedure is performed.
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By Mr Tarek Abdel-Aziz
10.10.22
Surgery
Adrenalectomy: An expert guide
Revered consultant thyroid and endocrine surgeon Mr Tarek Abdel-Aziz gives an all-you-need-to-know guide to adrenal gland removal surgery in this informative article for patients.
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By Mr Filippo Di Franco
29.09.22
Surgery
Epigastric hernia: When is surgery required?
Leading consultant general surgeon Mr Filippo Di Franco gives an expert guide to the symptoms and treatment of epigastric hernias, including when surgery is indicated.
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By Professor Brian Davidson
14.09.22
Surgery
What is cholangiocarcinoma, and where is it found in the body?
This article contains information regarding cholangiocarcinoma, or in other terms, bile duct cancer. The medical expert to explain more about this cancer in detail here is distinguished consultant surgeon, Professor Brian Davidson.
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