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- Abortion procedures - surgical
Abortion is one of the most common and safest types of surgery in Australia.
- Medical procedures - non-surgical
Non-surgical procedures are used to diagnose, measure or treat problems such as disease or injury
- Orthopaedic surgeon
An orthopaedic surgeon specialises in diagnosing, treating, preventing and rehabilitating musculoskeletal injuries and diseases, both surgically and non-surgically.
- Hernias
Both reducible and non-reducible hernias need to be surgically repaired - this is a common operation.
- Cysts
Cysts may be as small as a blister or large enough to hold litres of fluid.
- Polyps
Polyps are common. A polyp is a small protrusion that grows out of the membranes lining various areas of the body including the nose, intestines and lining of the uterus (endometrium).
- Short bowel syndrome
A person with short bowel syndrome is likely to be deficient in a range of important nutrients.
- Foreskin care
Regular cleaning under the foreskin is essential to prevent infection.
- Appendectomy
An appendectomy is usually carried out on an emergency basis to treat appendicitis.
- Organ and tissue transplantation
Transplantation varies depending on the transplant organ or tissue so speak with your medical team about surgical procedures, recovery and medications.