Medical articles of Surgical Oncology

19/05/2026
Mr Hooman Soleymani Majd
Consultant gynaecologist and gynaecological oncology surgeon
Understanding uterine cancer and how to treat it
Uterine cancer, also called womb cancer or endometrial cancer, is one of the most common gynaecological cancers in the UK. From a gynaecological oncological surgery perspective, modern management focuses not only on removing cancer safely, but also on accurate staging, minimally invasive surgery, personalised treatment planning, and preserving long-term quality of life whenever possible.
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08/05/2026
Mr Harun Thomas
Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
Understanding the significance of a family history of breast cancer
A family history of breast cancer means that one or more relatives have been diagnosed with breast cancer, potentially increasing a person’s own risk of developing the disease. However, having a relative with breast cancer does not guarantee that cancer will occur, and many people diagnosed with breast cancer have no known family history at all. An oncoplastic breast surgeon will typically assess factors such as the number of affected relatives, their ages at diagnosis, and whether other related cancers are present within the family. Careful risk assessment, regular screening, and proactive lifestyle measures can help patients better understand and manage their individual risk.
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13/03/2026
Mr Debashis Ghosh
Surgeon
New innovations in breast reconstruction
A breast reconstruction often follows breast cancer surgery, either immediately in the same procedure (immediate breast reconstruction) or sometime after the initial breast cancer surgery (referred to as a delayed or two-stage reconstruction). Ensuring optimal results requires an artistic eye and strategy; there are many factors to a breast reconstruction that need to be considered by both the surgeon and patient. Due to this, there are several options amongst the breadth techniques and technologies that can be utilised. The primary concern of a breast reconstruction is the aesthetic outcome and speedier recovery, so that the patient can feel comfortable and confident. In this article, a consultant oncoplastic and breast surgeon shares the new innovations in breast reconstruction surgery that are being implemented in order to have optimised, seamless results.
11/03/2026
Professor Amtul Razzaq Carmichael
Oncoplastic breast surgeon
What to know about therapeutic mammoplasty
Therapeutic mammoplasty is an oncoplastic breast-conserving procedure. It combines cancer removal with breast reshaping techniques, allowing safe treatment of breast cancer while preserving and enhancing breast appearance. This approach is particularly helpful when removing a larger area of breast tissue, which would otherwise leave breast distortion. In this article, Professor Amtul Razzaq Carmichael, a consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon, explains the indications and the parameters of this surgery.
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09/12/2025
Dr Shiroma De Silva-Minor
Consultant Oncologist
Understanding breast cancer metastases: How they develop, spread, and are treated
In this article, highly accomplished and experienced consultant breast oncologist, Dr Shiroma De Silva-Minor, shares her expert insights with regards to breast cancer metastases.
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03/12/2025
Miss Salena Bains
Consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon
How does breast cancer present?
Understanding how breast cancer can present helps you notice changes sooner and feel confident about when to seek help.
15/10/2025
Professor Jayant Vaidya
Professor of Surgery and Oncology
Menopausal symptoms after breast cancer: what to know
For many women, the experience of breast cancer doesn’t end with surgery, chemotherapy, or radiotherapy. One of the most common long-term effects is the early onset of menopause, brought on either by treatment or surgical intervention. In this article, a consultant oncological surgeon explains how breast cancer can induce early menopause, and how patients can be supported.
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30/09/2025
Professor Jayant Vaidya
Professor of Surgery and Oncology
A family history of breast cancer: An overview
On hand in this article to provide us with a comprehensive overview of what patients with a family history of breast cancer can do is leading consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon, Professor Jayant Vaidya.
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04/08/2025
Mr Loaie Maraqa
Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
Breast health assessment: A key step in women’s wellness
In this article here, renowned consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon, Mr Loaie Maraqa, shares his expert insighs with regards to breast health assessment.
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30/07/2025
Dr Shiroma De Silva-Minor
Consultant Oncologist
What is DCIS breast cancer?
Here to provide us with a comprehensive overview of DCIS breast cancer is consultant breast oncologist, Dr Shiroma De Silva-Minor.
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