For those who fear going under the knife for weight loss surgery, this new procedure holds potential. America has one of the highest rates of obesity in the world and citizens are increasingly turning ...

Draft guidance issued today (Thursday 28 September 2023) states the evidence shows endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) is safe in the short and long term when combined with lifestyle changes and ...

In recent years, minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has transformed the landscape of modern medical techniques. These advanced procedures promise reduced recovery time, less post-operative pain, and a ...

At 77, Mr Chua Wan Chuan looked like the picture of health. He kept active with daily walks, was feeling good and showed no signs of heart trouble. So, when a routine health screening revealed severe ...

NEW, less invasive forms of hysterectomy - surgery to remove the womb - carry a risk of complications that should be discussed with patients before surgery and expert has said. A study that analysed ...