A to Z – Health

Are your eyelids disrupting your vision or are you looking to get younger, more alert looking eyes? Then, blepharoplasty may be a viable solution to your problems. It is a versatile eye surgery performed to either adjust abnormalities or defects of the eyelids or for...

Skin cancer can be of three major types i.e, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. These affect the 3 types of cells found in the skin epidermis: the top layer are the squamous cells, the basement layer has the basal cells and the melanocytes....

Rhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a nose job, is a surgical procedure to change the nose's shape and appearance for either cosmetic reasons or medical reasons, such as to correct breathing problems or trauma. WHO IS IT FOR? People looking to change the aesthetics...

An ear surgery (also known as an otoplasty) is cosmetic surgery aimed at changing the shape, size or angle of your ears. In most cases, this surgery involves pinning back protruding ears to deliver a more pleasing look. WHO IS IT FOR? People who are self-conscious...

Lung cancer is caused by the formation of tumors in the lungs due to abnormal growth of cancerous cells. WHO IS IT FOR? Patients who have been diagnosed with lung cancer POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS General risks associated with surgery such as bleeding, infection, pain,...

A living donor liver transplant involves removing a piece of liver from a compatible living donor and transplanting it into a recipient. WHO IS IT FOR? People with liver damage caused by chronic viral hepatitis People with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease or primary...

Liver cancer is a fairly uncommon cancer that affects the liver, which is responsible for but not limited to the following functions, regulating chemical levels, detoxification and digestion. WHO IS IT FOR? Patients who have been diagnosed with primary liver cancer....

LASIK (acronym for Laser-Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis) is a type of refractive surgery intended to correct various kinds of vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. It involves the creation of a thin flap on the cornea which is then...

Heart bypass is a vascular surgery that is done for fixing blockages in the coronary arteries. WHO IS IT FOR? Individuals with coronary artery disease. In an emergency, in case of a heart attack. Individuals that have previously had other unsuccessful treatments...

A hair transplant is an outpatient surgical procedure that involves transplanting new hair follicles into balding or thinning areas. This minimally-invasive procedure can permanently restore the hair of men and women who are experiencing partial baldness. WHO IS IT...

Gynecomastia surgery (also known as male breast reduction) works by removing the excess tissue comprising the breasts and creating the more desired contours for the chest wall. WHO IS IT FOR? Men with stable breast size and development Men who feel their breasts are...

Gastric balloon surgery is an alternative and temporary weight loss procedure, involving the use of a saline-filled silicone balloon to fill the stomach. This limits the intake of food and make the patient feel fuller for longer. WHO IS IT FOR? People within the BMI...

If you’re searching for a natural way to regain a youthful look, then a facial fat transfer (FFT) may prove as a solution. It is a cosmetic procedure which involves transferring your own body fat into your face, in order to enhance or smoothen your features. The...

The ageing process can have a huge effect on your face. As we get older, our faces are more prone to wrinkles and sagging due to decreased levels of collagen, reduced elasticity and lifestyle factors such as smoking, diet and sun exposure. Facelifts also known as a...

Bowel cancer is found in the large bowel of the human body and depending on where it is exactly located, it could either be colon or rectal cancer. WHO IS IT FOR? Patients who have been diagnosed with bowel cancer. RECOVERY TIME The time of the surgery will vary...

Dental implants are a popular way to improve the health and stability of your mouth. If you have one or more missing teeth, a dental implant can help you smile, talk and chew confidently again. WHO IS IT FOR? Individuals who need replacement of a single tooth Patients...

A cochlear implant is a surgically implanted electronic device that works by directly stimulating the auditory nerve to provide a sense of sound to individuals with profound hearing loss. WHO IS IT FOR? Those with profound hearing loss in both ears where the hearing...

In some people the cheekbones (or zygomatic bones) can be out of proportion, being either too high or too wide for the overall shape of their face. In these cases, cheekbone reductions can be carried out. Bone can be removed from and the contours of the cheek can be...

Breast cancer begins when cells in the breast start dividing indefinitely and form a tumor. It is the second most common cancer, and the most commonly occurring cancer in women but can also occur in men. Cancer usually starts in the milk ducts or sometimes in the...

An abdominoplasty - most commonly referred to as a tummy tuck - is a cosmetic procedure that people undergo to remove scars, excess skin, fat and stretch marks. The treatment also involves tightening the abdominal muscles for improved definition. WHO IS IT FOR? People...