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General Surgery

What is General Surgery?

General surgery is a medical specialty that performs surgical procedures across a wide range of systems, including abdominal organs, the thyroid gland, soft tissues, breast tissue, and skin lesions. General surgeons provide services aimed at improving patients’ health through both emergency and planned surgical procedures.

Why is it done?

General surgical procedures are used to treat a variety of diseases and health problems:

  • Abdominal Diseases: Appendicitis, gallstones, hernias, intestinal obstructions, and other abdominal problems.
  • Endocrine Surgery: Surgical treatment of organs of the endocrine system, such as the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands.
  • Breast Surgery: Surgical treatment of breast cancer and benign breast lesions.
  • Soft Tissue Surgery: Surgical treatment of tumors and lesions of the skin and soft tissues.

Application Areas

General surgery covers a wide range of diseases and conditions:

  • Appendicitis: Surgical removal of the appendix in cases of acute appendicitis.
  • Gallbladder Diseases: Surgical treatment of gallbladder stones and inflammation (cholecystectomy).
  • Hernias: Repair of hernias that occur in the groin, umbilical region, or other areas.
  • Hernias: Repair of hernias that occur in the groin, umbilical region, or other areas.
  • Breast Cancer: Surgical removal and reconstruction of breast cancer.
  • Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery: Surgical treatment of diseases of the thyroid and parathyroid glands.

Surgery Process

Consultation: Before surgery, you will have a detailed consultation with your doctor to learn about your health condition and treatment options.

Preparation: Necessary tests and examinations will be performed before the surgery. Your doctor will provide you with detailed information about the surgical procedure and preparations will be completed.

Anesthesia: Depending on the type of surgery, general or local anesthesia will be administered.

Surgical Procedure: Your surgeon will perform the planned surgery. The duration of the surgery varies depending on the complexity of the procedure.

Recovery Process: After the surgery, you will be kept under observation in the hospital for a period of time. After discharge, it is important to follow the care and recovery process recommended by your doctor.

Results

General surgical procedures can significantly improve a patient’s health, depending on the type and severity of the disease. Maintaining your health after surgery is possible with regular doctor check-ups and recommended lifestyle changes.

Risks and Complications

As with any surgical procedure, general surgery carries certain risks. These risks may include infection, bleeding, complications related to anesthesia, and problems that may occur during the postoperative recovery process. Choosing an experienced and expert surgeon is important to minimize these risks.