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Surgery and procedures

Surgery and procedures

Anaesthesia

Surgery and procedures are medical interventions to diagnose, treat, or improve a patient's health, encompassing a wide range of techniques from open surgery to minimally invasive methods like keyhole surgery.

Gastroscopy

by Dr Philippa Vincent, MRCGP

Surgery and procedures

Nose reduction surgery (rhinoplasty)

by The British Association of Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS)

Surgery and procedures

Spinal anaesthetic

by Dr Doug McKechnie, MRCGP

Surgery and procedures

Laser hair removal

by The British Association of Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS)

Anaesthesia

Anaesthesia is the use of drugs to induce a loss of sensation, which allows for medical procedures without pain. It can be administered in different ways, including general anaesthesia, regional anaesthesia and local anaesthesia.

Biopsy

A biopsy removes a small sample of tissue for testing. Learn when a biopsy is recommended, what happens during the procedure, and what results mean.

Cosmetic surgery

From breast procedures, nose reshaping to body contouring, cosmetic surgery offers many options. Learn about the procedures, potential risks, and how to make informed choices.

Endoscopy

An endoscopy uses a camera to look inside your body. Learn why it’s done, what to expect before and after, and how it helps diagnose problems.

General surgery and procedures

General surgeons manage a wide range of conditions, performing both acute emergency operations and elective procedures. Read about replacement surgery, weight loss, sterilisation and other specific procedures.

Postoperative complications

Postoperative complications are problems which arise as a result of you having had surgery, which were not an intentional effect of the surgery.