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  • Aortic valve replacement - What happens

    Read about what happens before and during an aortic valve replacement, and find out the main types of replacement valve available.

  • Nose reshaping (rhinoplasty)

    Find out about nose reshaping (rhinoplasty or "nose job"), including NHS availability, cost, how to find a suitably qualified and experienced surgeon, what the procedure involves and what to do if things go wrong.

  • Breast reduction (female)

    Find out about female breast reduction, including how much it costs, what to consider before deciding to have it, finding a suitably qualified surgeon, what the procedure involves, and what to do if things go wrong.

  • Pilonidal sinus

    NHS information about pilonidal sinus, which is a small hole or tunnel in the skin at the top of your bottom. Find out what the symptoms are and when to see a GP.

  • Macular hole

    A macular hole is a small gap that opens at the centre of the retina in the macula. It causes blurred and distorted vision, and can be treated with surgery.

  • Inguinal hernia repair

    A hernia happens when an internal part of the body pushes through a weakness in the muscle or surrounding tissue wall.

  • Ganglion cyst

    A ganglion cyst is a fluid-filled swelling that develops near a joint or tendon. The cyst can range from the size of a pea to the size of a golf ball.

  • Cataract surgery

    Read about cataract surgery, a procedure to treat cataracts, where changes in the lens of the eye cause cloudy, blurry, or misty vision.

  • Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) - How it's performed

    Read about what happens before and during transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), including what you might need to do to prepare for the procedure.

  • Lumbar decompression surgery - How it's performed

    If you and your consultant decide you could benefit from lumbar decompression surgery, you'll be put on a waiting list. Your doctor or surgeon should be able to tell you how long you're likely to have to wait.