A hernia is a condition where part of one’s internal structures protrudes through a defect or weakening in the surface of our body. A hernia can be in the groin, the abdominal wall, e.g. umbilical, a prior scar, e.g. appendicectomy scar or Caesarian scars etc. A hernia may give you...
Pilonidal disease
First described over 250 years ago, was known as Jeep disease during WWII. Nearly 80000 soldiers were treated for this condition during WWII!. Pilonidal comes from the Greek work and means ‘nest of hair’ It is a rare disease in patients <12yo and >40yo. Risk factors include race, occupation, male...
Post-operative instructions following excision of anal tag
Day Procedure The removal of skin tag is performed using electrosurgery. A diathermy handle is used to cut the anal tag, diathermy refers to a surgical instrument that converts electrical energy into heat, used for cutting skin and cauterising bleeding vessel. The wound is then left open to heal, no...
Radiofrequency Ablation for Haemorrhoids – A Minimally-Invasive Treatment Option
One of the most rewarding aspects of working in the medical field is the continual innovations that improve patient outcomes and experiences. One of these is radiofrequency ablation, which is now used in the treatment of haemorrhoids by your colorectal surgeon in Melbourne. Here’s some insight into this treatment process...