Frequently asked questions

You can get in touch by WhatsApp or by phone. Describe your complaint briefly; if you already have test results, sending them in advance helps make the consultation more productive. Appointments are arranged in advance.

Identification, records of previous investigations and operations, imaging discs and reports, biopsy results, a list of the medicines you take and information about any allergies. Old records often carry more information than new tests — do not throw them away, bring them.

Yes. If surgery has been proposed elsewhere and you want to be sure about the decision, you are welcome to come with the documents you have. Seeking a second opinion is a patient's natural right.

That depends on the nature of the complaint. Enough time is set aside for conversation at the first consultation, because the history of the symptom is the single most valuable source of information for the diagnosis.

Yes. In that case it is useful to send your existing records first — that gives an initial idea of which further tests may be needed before you travel.

In many surgical conditions conservative treatment is possible and is always assessed first. A decision to operate is made only where there is an indication. A surgeon's job is not to operate on every patient — it is to identify correctly who needs an operation.

That depends on the type of disease, the size and position of the tumour, previous operations and your general condition. The plan is discussed in advance, but conversion to the open approach is possible if safety requires it during the operation.

Modern anaesthesia is carried out with careful preparation and monitoring. As with any medical intervention there are certain risks, and these are assessed individually by the anaesthetist according to your state of health. Tell the anaesthetist about any concerns.

That depends on the type of operation and on how recovery goes. After some operations it is possible to go home the same day or the next; wider procedures need a few days of observation. An estimate is given before the operation.

Yes. Before every operation the expected benefit, the possible risks and the alternatives are explained. You have the right to ask again about anything you do not understand — do ask before you sign the consent form.

That depends on the type of operation, the method used and the nature of your work. Returning to office work is usually possible sooner than to heavy physical work. The exact period is given to you individually.

The return to eating is gradual, as instructed by your surgeon. Any longer-term restriction depends on the type of operation — in many cases it is possible to return to a normal diet after a period.

A degree of pain after an operation is expected and is managed with painkillers. You are not expected to endure pain — if it is not settling or is getting worse, say so.

Yes. Come to the arranged follow-up even if you feel well. At that visit the healing of the wound, the pathology result and the next steps are assessed. In cancer cases the follow-up schedule is particularly important.

Every incision leaves a mark. Its final appearance depends on the size and site of the incision and on how you heal. Marks after keyhole surgery are usually smaller.

Time matters in cancer, but starting the wrong treatment in haste is harmful too. The right approach is to complete the diagnostic work quickly and fully, then establish the correct order of treatment through a multidisciplinary decision. In some cases drug treatment first, then surgery, is more appropriate.

No. In medicine no treatment can have its outcome guaranteed, and any source that promises otherwise should not be trusted. The expected benefit and possible risks are explained separately for each patient.

No. All the content on this site is for general information. A diagnosis and a treatment plan can only be established after a direct examination.