Medical articles of Surgery

A hernia is when an internal body component, often a part of an organ, starts to extrude through a weakness or fault in the muscle or tissue wall. They are most common in the torso, particularly the a...

From a general surgical perspective, day case surgery for hernias and proctological disorders offers effective treatment while supporting faster recovery and a quicker return to normal daily activitie...

Recognising early signs of cancer, and ensuring prompt specialist assessment allows for more effective treatment planning and, in some cases, the opportunity for curative surgery.

Here, renowned consultant general and colorectal surgeon, Mr Christopher Thorn, discusses the function of the gallbladder and also outlines some health problems that can arise related to the gallbladd...

In this article here, renowned and highly experienced consultant general, HPB and hernia surgeon, Mr Christian Macutkiewicz, shares a step-by-step guide for patients with regards to groin pain, includ...

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ tucked under the liver, yet it plays a crucial role in digestion. Many people experience gallbladder problems at some point in their lives, from mild disc...

Recovery following breast reconstruction varies depending on the type of procedure performed and the individual patient. Understanding the healing process and what to expect at each stage can help pat...

Advances in surgical techniques now make breast preservation possible for many patients who may previously have required full breast removal.

Detecting breast cancer before it causes symptoms allows treatment to be more effective and, in many cases, less invasive.

Here, Mr Simon Radley, a highly esteemed consultant general surgeon, outlines the most common types of hernia.