Stomach Cancer Symptoms and Treatment
Gastric cancer is the 5th most common cancer in the world and one of the leading causes of cancer-related death. It is more common in far eastern countries such as Japan and South Korea. A considerable majority of patien..
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Liver Cancer Treatment and Surgery
The liver is the largest organ of the body, weighing about 1.5 kg, and is located in the upper right part of the abdomen. It has very important functions such as storage and secretion of food; synthesis of glucose, fatty..
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Pancreatic Cancer Treatment and Surgery
The pancreas is an organ in the upper the abdomen that secretes both digestive enzymes and various hormones. After eating, it secretes digestive enzymes into the intestine. As a result, it is crucial for the digestion of..
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Obesity Surgery and Sleeve Gastrectomy
Over the past 40 years, there has been an increase in the global prevalence of obesity, particularly in developed countries. Obesity is a disease that is influenced by both personal (genetic, etc.) and environmental vari..
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Benign Anorectal Diseases
Hemorrhoids, which are also known as piles among people, can be seen in high numbers of men and women. Why do hemorrhoids occur? Hemorrhoids can occur due to diarrhea, constipation, pregnancy, pushing too hard, and worki..
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Hiatal Hernia and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Hiatal hernias are caused by the stomach sliding into the chest through the opening through which the esophagus passes. In sliding type hernias (Type 1), the esophagus - stomach junction slides towards the chest. In para..
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Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC Treatment
Peritoneal carcinomatosis refers to the spread of cancer to the lining of the abdomen, called the peritoneum. The spread of cancer to the peritoneum can be caused by diseases of the peritoneum itself, such as peritoneal ..
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Inguinal Hernia Treatment and Laparoscopic Surgery
Inguinal hernia is one of the most common diseases requiring surgery. It is 8 times more common in men than in women. The only treatment method in adult patients is surgery. Surgical treatment has changed dramatically ov..
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Ulcerative Colitis: Symptoms and Treatment
Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease characterized by inflammation of the colonic mucosa that can involve the entire colon and rectum, from the distal rectum to the beginning of the large intestine. The di..
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Pancreatic Cyst Symptoms and Treatment
The frequency of pancreatic cysts, known as 'cystic lesions of the pancreas' in the literature, has been increasing in recent years. Cystic lesions of the pancreas refer to heterogeneous lesions that are differ..
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Gallstones and Gallbladder Surgery
Gallstones are the most important cause of acute and chronic gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis). They are generally classified as pigment stones, cholesterol stones and mixed stones. One of the most common types of..
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Anal Fistula: Symptoms and Treatment
An anal fistula is a channel between the anal canal and the perianal skin lined with inflammatory tissue that is not normally present. Anal fistulas develop as a complication of anal abscesses. The components of anal f..
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Esophageal Cancer Symptoms and Treatment
Esophageal Cancer (cancer of the esophagus) is one of the ten most common cancers in the world. It accounts for more than 5% of cancer-related deaths in the world. Its incidence increases in the 50s and 60s. It is more c..
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What Is a Colonoscopy? How Is a Colonoscopy Performed?
A colonoscopy is an endoscopic procedure used to examine the inner surface of the large intestine (colon) and rectum. This procedure is typically performed by gastroenterologists using a long, flexible tube called a colo..
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Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (EGD)
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is an endoscopic procedure used to examine the upper gastrointestinal system, including the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. This procedure is typically performed using a flexible, light..
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Acute Pancreatitis Symptoms and Treatment
Acute pancreatitis, also known as pancreatic inflammation, is defined as a sudden-onset inflammation of the pancreas, a condition that requires urgent medical intervention. This disorder often causes severe abdominal pai..
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