Archive: General Surgery

Introduction Formation of a loop ileostomy is the name given to the operation to bring out a small part of your small bowel as an ileostomy and stitch it...

Introduction Formation of a loop Colostomy is the name given to the operation to bring out a small part of your large bowel as a colostomy and stitch it...

Introduction Hartmann’s procedure is the name given to the operation to remove the diseased part of the large bowel. This is done either as a planned operation or as...

Day Surgery Unit at the Treatment Centre Tel No: 01908 995468 or 995469. Haemorrhoidectomy Your Consultant has suggested that you may benefit from an operation called a haemorrhoidectomy. This...

Introduction Anterior resection is the name given to the operation to remove the diseased part of your bowel. The operation can be done in two ways: It can either...

What are Anal Warts? Anal warts (also called ‘condyloma acuminata’), are a relatively common condition that affect the area round the anus (back passage). They may also affect the...

What is IBS? Irritable bowel syndrome is the term used to describe a variety of gastro-intestinal tract or ‘gut’ related symptoms. It is the most common disorder of the...

This leaflet has been designed to promote good bowel habit and to prevent constipation. Good Bowel Habit Many anal and rectal (bottom and back passage) problems are caused by...

You are going to have a procedure which requires you to undergo either a General Anaesthetic or Sedation. It is important you follow the instructions in this leaflet or...

Anal Sphincter Exercises for people with leakage from the bowel Sphincter exercises can help you to improve leakage from the bowel. When done correctly, these exercises can build up...