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By Mr Deemesh Oudit
18.10.24
Plastic surgery

Considering a facelift? Here's what you should know

As we age, it's natural for our skin to lose its firmness and elasticity, leading to sagging and the appearance of wrinkles. While non-surgical treatments like fillers or Botox can help, they may not be enough to address more significant signs of ageing. For those seeking a more dramatic and long-lasting result, a facelift could be the ideal solution. A distinguished plastic surgeon explores the key questions you might have about facelifts and provides a clearer understanding of the procedure, recovery, and outcomes.

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By Mr Deemesh Oudit
22.04.24
Plastic surgery

How can gynaecomastia be treated or corrected?

Here, Mr Deemesh Oudit, a highly experienced consultant plastic surgeon, talks to us about the condition that can severely affect a man’s self-esteem: gynaecomastia.

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By Mr Deemesh Oudit
29.09.23
Plastic surgery

Lymphoedema surgery: A comprehensive guide

Lymphoedema can cause swelling of the limbs, which in turn leads to significant discomfort and an increased risk of infection. Surgery is among the available options to alleviate these symptoms and improve patients' wellbeing. In this article, renowned consultant plastic surgeon Mr Deemesh Oudit explains what lymphoedema surgery entails, as well as the potential risks and success rates.

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By Professor Deena Harji
02.08.23
Colorectal surgery

Robotic surgery: a comprehensive guide

Robotic surgery is becoming an increasingly popular option over traditional surgery, with more and more patients opting to choose robotic surgery for their required surgery, but what is it and how does it work? Multi-award-winning consultant robotic and colorectal surgeon Professor Deena Harji answers your questions about the surgery.

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By Mr Damir Kosutic
18.03.19
Plastic surgery

What is lymphoedema and how is it treated?

Lymphoedema is a condition characterised by the swelling of the limbs caused by fluid retention. Fluid retention occurs in patients with this condition because their lymphatic system is unable to properly drain the lymph fluid. In many cases, it is the legs, arms and fingers that become swollen. It can be a difficult condition to live with, as it can cause discomfort, pain and difficulty moving. Mr Damir Kosutic, a top plastic surgeon, details the treatments available for lymphoedema, which include surgery, liposuction, and combining it with breast reconstruction surgery.

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By Mr Damir Kosutic
16.01.19
Plastic surgery

Improving the quality of life in those with lymphoedema

Lymphoedema is a chronic condition that can be debilitating to live with. It is characterised by the swelling and the collection of fluid in upper and lower limbs. It can result from previous cancer surgery in which lymph nodes were removed, commonly done when treating breast cancer, for example. Mr Damir Kosutic, a leading plastic surgeon, discusses how he is revolutionising breast cancer surgery in using techniques that treat and prevent lymphoedema.

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