Medical articles of Cardiothoracic Surgery

14/05/2026
Mr Ahmed Oliemy
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
What is surgery for myasthenia gravis and when is thymectomy recommended?
Surgery for myasthenia gravis refers primarily to thymectomy, the surgical removal of the thymus gland to improve immune-related muscle weakness. It can reduce symptom severity, decrease medication requirements, and increase the likelihood of long-term remission in appropriately selected patients.
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19/01/2026
Mr Jullien Gaer
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Complex aortic and redo cardiac surgery: when specialist expertise matters
Surgery on the heart is often a life-saving intervention, but some procedures are particularly complex, requiring specialist expertise. Complex aortic surgery, redo cardiac surgery, and the Ross procedure represent some of the most technically demanding operations in modern cardiac care.
29/12/2025
Mr Evangelos Mallidis
Consultant General & Oncoplastic Surgeon
Implant-based surgery: what you need to know
Implant-based surgery is a widely performed procedure for both cosmetic and reconstructive purposes. Whether it’s breast augmentation, breast reconstruction after cancer, or correcting asymmetry, breast implants offer a way to restore or enhance the shape of the breasts.
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13/11/2025
Mr Jeremy Smelt
Consultant Thoracic and Robotic Surgeon
Myasthenia gravis and how surgery can help
Myasthenia gravis is a chronic condition that causes voluntary muscle weakness due to a degradation in the communication between the nerves and the muscle. In this article, a consultant thoracic and robotic surgeon explains why myasthenia gravis occurs and how it may be managed with surgery.
04/11/2025
Mr Ahmed Oliemy
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
What is the goal of surgery for pectus excavatum, and how does it improve quality of life?
Surgery is often considered when pectus excavatum causes symptoms or affects a person’s physical or emotional wellbeing.
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03/11/2025
Mr Vivek Srivastava
Cardiothoracic surgeon
What you need to know about mitral regurgitation, its diagnosis and mitral valve repair
Mitral regurgitation (or leaky mitral valve) is a condition where the mitral valve in the heart does not close properly, allowing blood from the left ventricle to flow backwards into the left atrium and effectively towards the lungs, instead of moving forward towards the body. We take a look at its diagnosis and what's involved in mitral valve repair, which is often described as the gold standard treatment.
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22/10/2025
Mr Jaroslaw Krupa
Consultant Oncoplastic Breast and Reconstructive Surgeon
Considering breast augmentation: key tips and guidance
Breast augmentation remains one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures in the UK. For many women, it offers an opportunity to feel more confident in their appearance, restore volume after weight loss or pregnancy, or achieve better body proportions. However, as with any surgical procedure, breast augmentation requires careful thought and planning. In this article are some important considerations and practical tips for patients considering breast augmentation from a consultant breast surgeon.
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15/10/2025
Written by Top Doctors
Breast augmentation after breast cancer: what to know
Breast cancer treatment often involves surgery, which can leave visible changes to breast shape, size, or symmetry. For many patients, oncoplastic breast augmentation offers a way to restore confidence, and body image after cancer treatment by tailoring the procedure to remove cancer safely and deliver the best possible aesthetic outcome. In this article, an oncoplastic breast surgeon explains the options for breast augmentation after – or in tandem – with breast cancer treatment.
29/09/2025
Mr Andrea Bille
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Hyperhidrosis: Your questions answered
Leading cardiothoracic surgeon Mr Andrea Bille answers some of the most commonly-asked questions about hyperhidrosis.
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10/09/2025
Mr Sudeendra Doddi
Surgeon
Understanding breast cancer: what patients need to know
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women in the UK. In this article, a consultant breast surgeon explains what breast cancer is, the symptoms to look out for, and the importance of early diagnosis and surgical treatment.
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