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- Appendectomy
An appendectomy is usually carried out on an emergency basis to treat appendicitis.
- Appendicitis
Anyone of any age can be struck by appendicitis, but it seems to be more common during childhood and adolescence.
- Peritonitis
Peritonitis is a life-threatening emergency that needs prompt medical treatment.
- Abdominal pain in children
Children may feel stomach pain for a range of reasons and may need treatment.
- Slow transit constipation
A newborn with slow transit constipation may not pass meconium until 24 hours or more after being born.
- Laparoscopy
The advantage of laparoscopy is that only a small incision is required, which is why it is also known as 'keyhole surgery'.
- Barium tests
Barium tests are used to examine conditions of the digestive tract such as reflux, narrowing or ulceration.
- Lymphatic system
The lymphatic manages fluid levels in the body, filters out bacteria and houses types of white blood cells.
- Ovarian cancer
Many women with early stage ovarian cancer may not have any symptoms.
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Information about pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) an infection that affects the female reproductive system. Includes causes, symptoms, diagnosis, risks, treatment, prevention and where to get help.