This article looks at the risks associated with medical tourism, particularly when travelling overseas for cosmetic surgery. It then discusses the immunogenicity and safety of the first vaccine to prevent disease caused by chikungunya virus
Dementia is a rising concern in our ageing population. Ophthalmologist Francesc March reviews recent evidence highlighting the potential of cataract surgery in enhancing vision and reducing the risk of dementia in older adults
PEARLS #736: How effective and safe is adenoidectomy, either alone or in combination with ventilation tubes (grommets), for otitis media with effusion in children?
Sexual health specialist Massimo Giola discusses a standard re-referral for a transgender patient wanting surgery, which turns out to be not so straightforward
This article, written by Sze-Lin Peng, Suzanne Marshall and Nicole Falkner, describes some common changes in bowel function after colorectal surgery, particularly for colorectal cancer. It also discusses management options, which are further illustrated by some case scenarios
Gastroenterologist Alan Fraser takes readers on a tour of the gastrointestinal tract highlighting the effects various surgical interventions may have on GI physiology
Obesity is a chronic, relapsing, neurobehavioural disease with metabolic, biomechanical and psychosocial health consequences. However, even when changes are gradual, small and stepwise, they can have long-lasting positive effects. This article by Ole Schmiedel provides evidence-based tools for the successful management of people with obesity
Specialist GP Nikki Vadgama provides some tips to make your next paediatric eczema consult easier. She includes a review of new guidelines, resources, websites and medications for paediatric eczema management