Por Mr Atif Alvi
17.10.19
Coloproctología
Colon cancer: how to spot it early and avoid it
Over 93% of people diagnosed with bowel cancer at an early stage survive for at least five years compared to less than 7% of those diagnosed at a later stage. Fortunately, five-year survival rates for bowel cancer have doubled over the last 40 years. Mr Atif Alvi talks about the early warning signs of colon cancer, the different stages and how it is currently treated.
Por Professor Richard Cohen
17.09.19
Coloproctología
Rectal bleeding: Why is there blood in my stool?
Finding blood in your stool and not knowing what's caused it can be frightening. Most of the time it's not something to be worried about and the reason for it can be discovered after a quick visit to your doctor. But, on rare occasions, further tests are need to find out exactly what's going on. Professor Richard Cohen, a leading colorectal surgeon based in London, explains a bit more about this symptom.
Por Mr Giovanni D. Tebala
21.08.19
Coloproctología
Rectal bleeding – what does it mean?
Rectal bleeding can be alarming, yet it is something many people experience in their lifetimes. Should we be worried? Is it worth getting checked out? We asked expert colorectal surgeon Mr Giovanni Tebala for these important answers.
Por Mr Giovanni D. Tebala
09.08.19
Coloproctología
There are certain unpleasant conditions that mean the large intestine (colon) has to be removed. In this case, your surgeon may offer J-pouch surgery. What is this procedure? Expert colorectal surgeon Mr Giovanni Tebala has the answers.
Por Mr David McArthur
08.08.19
Coloproctología
What’s the best way to test for colon cancer?
Colorectal cancer, also known as colon cancer or bowel cancer, can be a worrying prospect, especially as we get older. Regular screening is important, especially for those over the age of 60. But how do we test for colorectal cancer? Expert colorectal surgeon Mr David McArthur explains.
Por Mr Richard Lovegrove
09.05.19
Coloproctología
What does an Ileal pouch or J-pouch surgery involve?
Ileal pouch surgery is mostly used to treat ulcerative colitis, or familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) when removal of the colon and rectum is required but the patient wishes to avoid a permanent ileostomy. An ileostomy is an operation that creates a small opening at the end of the small intestine to divert waste out through an opening in the abdomen and into a bag. Colorectal surgeon, Mr Richard Lovegrove gives us a detailed guide about what an ileal pouch operation entails and how it's different to an ileostomy.
Por Mr Charles Evans
05.04.19
Coloproctología
Sometimes people experience worrying changes in their bowels, like a change in bowel movements, diarrhoea or even blood in their stools. They may also feel that they have a huge mass within their tummy and experience unusual cramps and pains. All of these symptoms will require further investigating. Mr Charles Evans, colorectal cancer specialist talks to us about detecting colorectal cancer and the use of robotics in colorectal surgery.
Por Professor Richard Cohen
28.02.19
Coloproctología
You can develop fistulas in different parts of the body, but they will often form from an abscess that has not healed properly. Mr Richard Cohen is an experienced colorectal surgeon with particular expertise in treating fistulas, and here he provides a quick summary about them.
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