Medical articles of Surgery

14/05/2026
Mr Trif Papettas
Consultant colorectal and general surgeon
When should you consider having a colonoscopy?
A colonoscopy is an exam of the colon and rectum using a long flexible tube with a camera and light at the end. It is used to investigate changes or abnormalities within bowel function, and is one of the standard tests for diagnosing colon cancer, but it has a variety of applications in the prevention and early diagnosis of many colorectal diseases. In this article, a consultant colorectal surgeon explains the ways doctors utilise colonoscopies, what happens during them, and when patients should undergo one.
13/05/2026
Ms Zaynab Jawad
Surgeon
Inguinal hernia: what to know
An inguinal hernia is a protrusion of abdominal contents, quite often bowel or abdominal fat, through a weak area in the groin tissue. It is one of the most common types of hernia. The main line of treatment is surgery, which can be conducted with minimally invasive techniques. In this article, a constant general surgeon explains how inguinal hernias occur and what can patients should know about treating them.
12/05/2026
Mr Shahid Farid
Consultant Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplant Surgeon
Porcelain gallbladder: when surgery is needed?
Porcelain gallbladder refers to calcification of the gallbladder wall. It is often discovered incidentally on imaging and does not always cause symptoms. Consultant general, hepatobiliary and liver transplant surgeon Mr Shahid Farid explains how risk is assessed and when surgery may be appropriate.
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12/05/2026
Mr Aruna Munasinghe
Consultant Bariatric, Upper GI, General, and Laparoscopic Surgeon
Hernia surgery: how surgeons ensure long-lasting results
While many hernias cause little pain, they don’t resolve on their own and typically require surgical intervention to avoid complications like strangulation. This article explains the clinical approach to achieving durable, long-term success in hernia management.
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06/05/2026
Mr James Smellie
Consultant Endocrine and Hernia Surgeon
Robotic abdominal wall reconstruction: a modern approach to complex hernia repair
Leading general surgeon Mr James Smellie, who practises at Cleveland Clinic London Hospital, discusses how robotic abdominal wall reconstruction is particularly valuable for patients with challenging anatomy, or those who have developed incisional hernias following previous abdominal procedures.
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05/05/2026
Written by Top Doctors
All about the treatment of anal cancer
Here, renowned consultant colorectal surgeon, Ms Tamzin Cuming, details the treatment options available nowadays for anal cancer.
01/05/2026
Mr Donald McArthur
Consultant General and Upper GI Surgeon
Abdominal pain caused by gallstone disease: causes, symptoms and treatment
Gallstone disease is one of the most common causes of upper abdominal pain seen in surgical practice.
22/04/2026
Written by Top Doctors
An overview of colorectal cancer
In this article, renowned consultant robotic colorectal surgeon, Mr Neil Kukreja, discusses colorectal cancer in expert detail.
21/04/2026
Mr Abdul Kasem
Oncoplastic, reconstructive and cosmetic breast surgeon
Understanding breast cancer surgery: A guide for patients
A diagnosis of breast cancer can be overwhelming, and understanding the role of surgery is often one of the first steps in making sense of treatment.
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21/04/2026
Dr Eleojo Achimugu
Hair transplant surgeon
Treating hair loss with mesotherapy
Men, as they age, commonly experience hair loss. It can occur due to genetics, hormones, and environmental factors. The primary cause of male hair loss is androgenic alopecia, also known as male pattern baldness. It is an inherited condition that is responsible for 95 per cent of hair loss in men, giving them a receding hairline and thinning crown. Genetically, it is because there is a sensitivity to a byproduct of testosterone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This sensitivity is reflected in a shrinking of hair follicles, which impedes hair growth. In this article, a hair transplant surgeon talks about mesotherapy, a treatment that unravels hair loss.
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