Search results for Operations

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  • Abortion

    Find out about abortion, medicine or an operation to end a pregnancy.

  • Ileostomy

    Find information about ileostomy, an operation to bring the end of your small bowel to the outside of your tummy to form a stoma, including why it’s done, what happens, recovery, possible complications and what to expect after the operation.

  • Gastrectomy

    Find out about gastrectomy, an operation to remove all or part of your stomach, including why it's done, what happens, possible complications and what to expect after the operation.

  • How it's performed

    Umbilical hernia repair is a fairly quick and simple operation.

  • Getting back to normal

    Do not be surprised if you feel very tired when you get home, especially if you've had a major operation or a general anaesthetic.

  • Colostomy

    Find information about colostomy, an operation to bring part of your large bowel to the outside of your tummy to form a stoma, including why it's done, what happens, recovery, possible complications and what to expect after the operation.

  • Ectopic pregnancy - Diagnosis

    Read about the tests you might have to diagnose an ectopic pregnancy, including a transvaginal ultrasound scan, blood tests and a minor operation.

  • Preparing for weight loss surgery

    Find out how to prepare for weight loss surgery to make sure the operation and recovery goes well.

  • What is a hip replacement?

    Read a short summary of the key facts about hip replacements, including a video about what the operation involves.

  • Preparing for a knee replacement

    Find out how to prepare for a knee replacement operation to make sure your recovery goes well.