A hernia occurs when an organ or fatty tissue squeezes through a weak spot in a surrounding muscle or connective tissue called fascia. The most common types of hernia are inguinal (inner groin), incisional (resulting from an incision), femoral (outer groin), umbilical (belly button), and hiatal (upper stomach). Hernias don’t go away by themselves. Surgery...
The critical view of safety (CVS) is a surgical technique that was developed to help reduce the risk of complications during laparoscopic cholecystectomy, which is the removal of the gallbladder using minimally invasive techniques. CVS involves ensuring a clear and unobstructed view of the anatomical structures of the gallbladder, including the cystic duct and the...
Colorectal cancer is among the top five types of cancer diagnosed in the U.S.In 2022, about 106,000 new cases of colon cancer, and nearly 45,000 new cases of rectal cancer, will occur nationwide, according to American Cancer Society estimates. Although older adults are more likely to develop colorectal cancer, cases are increasing among younger adults....
General Surgery is a discipline of surgery having a central core of knowledge embracing anatomy, physiology, metabolism, immunology, nutrition, pathology, wound healing which are common to all surgical specialties.
Anorectal physiology tests are safe, low risk procedures and are unlikely to cause any pain. Please inform the doctor if you experience any discomfort or pain or wish to pause for a while during the tests.
Fecal incontinence is not being able to control bowel movements. Stool leaks from the rectum without warning. Fecal incontinence ranges from an occasional leakage of stool while passing gas to a complete loss of bowel control.
Rectal prolapse occurs when the rectum becomes stretched out and protrudes from the anus. Rectal prolapse surgery is a procedure to repair rectal prolapse, which occurs when the last part of the large intestine (the rectum) stretches and protrudes from the anus.
An anal fistula is a small tunnel that develops between the end of the bowel and the skin near the opening of the bottom (anus). It's usually caused by an infection near the anus, which results in a collection of pus (abscess) in the nearby tissue.
An anal fissure is a tear in the lining of the anus or anal canal (the opening through which stool passes out of the body). The fissure can be painful and may bleed.
Closed hemorrhoidectomy is the surgical procedure most commonly used to treat internal hemorrhoids. It consists of the excision of hemorrhoidal bundles using a sharp instrument followed by complete wound closure with absorbable suture.
