Medical articles of Cardiothoracic Surgery

10/09/2025
Dr Gary Davies
Respiratory Medicine Specialist
What is pneumothorax and how does it affect the lungs?
A pneumothorax, commonly known as a collapsed lung, occurs when air enters the space between the lungs and the chest wall. This can cause the lung to partially or fully collapse, leading to symptoms like sudden chest pain and shortness of breath. In this article, a consultant respiratory physician explains what causes a pneumothorax, how it affects the lungs, the warning signs to watch for, and the treatment options available.
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15/08/2025
Mr Kailas Munot
Consultant oncoplastic and cosmetic breast surgeon
Is breast reduction right for you? Common signs it might be time
For some, larger breasts cause physical discomfort, emotional stress, or limit daily activities. Breast reduction surgery can help address these issues. In this article, a consultant oncoplastic and cosmetic breast surgeon explores the common signs that it might be the right option for you.
11/08/2025
Miss May Al-Sahaf
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
How invasive is lung surgery?
Lung surgery can sound daunting, but advances in surgical technology mean that many procedures are now far less invasive than in the past. We find out more in this article.
05/08/2025
Mr Daniel Glassman
Oncoplastic breast surgeon
Nipping it in the bud: the importance of breast screening
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the UK, with approximately one in seven women developing the disease during their lifetime. However, when detected early, breast cancer is highly treatable, and outcomes are significantly better. Breast screening plays a vital role in identifying cancer at an early stage, as a consultant breast surgeon explains in this article.
04/08/2025
Mr Vivek Srivastava
Cardiothoracic surgeon
Why good management of anticoagulation is important in heart surgery
Anticoagulation therapy plays a critical role in the management of patients undergoing heart surgery.
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01/08/2025
Mr Espeed Khoshbin
Consultant cardiac and transplant surgeon
Understanding coronary bypass surgery: a guide for patients
Coronary bypass surgery, also known as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), is a common and effective treatment for severe coronary heart disease. It is performed to improve blood flow to the heart when the arteries supplying it become narrowed or blocked. This article by a consultant cardiac surgeon offers a clear overview of the coronary bypass surgery, who it is suitable for, and what to expect before and after surgery.
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21/07/2025
Mr Ali Qureishi
ENT Specialist
Breathing aids for managing snoring: Solutions for better sleep
Here to explain how breathing aids can help in the prevention of snoring and contribute to better sleep is esteemed ENT specialist, Mr Ali Qureishi.
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15/07/2025
Dr Shashank Sharma
Respiratory Consultant
All about breathlessness
In this article, distinguished respiratory consultant, Dr Shashank Sharma, provides us with an all-we-need-to-know guide about breathlessness.
30/06/2025
Mr Walid Elmahdy
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
No prosthesis mismatch and a lifetime valve strategy: what to consider before a valve replacement surgery
Heart valve surgery is a life-saving intervention for many patients with advanced heart valve disease. Whether due to stenosis (narrowing) or regurgitation (leakage), a severely malfunctioning valve often requires surgical replacement with a heart valve prosthesis. With modern techniques and prosthetic valve options, long-term outcomes are improving, but only with careful planning. Avoiding prosthesis mismatch and adopting a thoughtful lifetime valve strategy are key elements of success, which a consultant cardiothoracic surgeon explains in this article.
02/06/2025
Dr Ahmed Habib
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Understanding central tendon fixation for diaphragm paralysis and eventration
Leading consultant thoracic surgeon Dr Ahmed Habib provides an expert look at central tendon fixation, a procedure done to treat diaphragm paralysis and eventration - and potentially leads to reduced symptoms such as improved breathing and lung function, and improved energy levels.
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