What is Deep Vein Thrombosis?Thrombosis is a blood clot that has formed in a blood vessel in the body. Veins are blood vessels that return blood from areas of the body back to the heart. A Deep Vein Thrombosis (or a DVT) is a blood clot that forms in one of the deep veins in the body, usually in the …
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23rd April 2021Will I need to take extra care after my operation ?It is very important that you rest for at least 48 hours after your operation. You will need to avoid any activities like shopping, cycling, and dog walking or anything that will push up your blood pressure. If your operation is to your head or face, avoid bending down and …
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23rd April 2021Will I need to take extra care after my operation ?It is very important that you rest for at least 48 hours after your operation. You will need to avoid any activities like shopping, cycling, and dog walking or anything that will push up your blood pressure. If your operation is to your head or face, avoid bending down and …
Read moreLaparoscopic Utero sacral Suspension
22nd April 2021What is a laparoscopic utero sacral suspension?Laparoscopic uterosacral suspension is an operation done through key hole to correct uterine prolapse, in patients who do not wish to have hysterectomy. Uterine prolapse is a condition where the uterus (womb) slips down from its usual location. This is usually associated with vaginal wall prolapse (slipping down). The prolapse can lead to sense …
Read moreManaging your scar
9th April 2021What is a scar? Scars result when the body repairs skin wounds caused by surgery, accident or disease. They are the natural result of the healing process. The longer it takes a wound to heal and the more damaged the skin, the greater the chance of a noticeable scar. The location on the body or face as well as the …
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9th April 2021What is a sentinel node scan for melanoma?The sentinel lymph node scan is a scan to identify the first few lymph nodes into which a tumour drains. These are called sentinel nodes. The scan is done by injecting two to four times around the excision scar with a radioactive substance. Imaging is then performed to show the lymph nodes that …
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9th April 2021Urethrolysis
1st April 2021What is urethrolysis?Urethrolysis an operation carried out to correct obstruction to passing urine after surgery for stress incontinence of urine (leakage of urine on coughing and sneezing). The operation aims to free the urethra, so that urine can flow out easily. It can be done vaginally, abdominally (through a cut across the tummy) or laparoscopically (through key hole surgery). Vaginal …
Read moreExcision of urethral diverticulum
1st April 2021What is a urethral diverticulum?Urethral diverticulum refers to out pouching of the wall of the urethra. This leads to a side pocket, where the urine accumulates. It can cause a swelling in the vagina, usually below the urethra. Urethral diverticulum Why do I need this kind of surgery?Urethral diverticulum can sometimes cause problems, such as perception of swelling, recurrent urinary …
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