General Surgery
General Surgery is a medical specialty that focuses on the surgical treatment of a wide range of conditions involving the abdomen, digestive system, endocrine system, skin, and soft tissues.
- Inflammation of the appendix often requiring removal
- Including inguinal, umbilical, and hiatal hernias
Overview
A General Surgeon is trained to perform surgeries for common conditions such as appendicitis, hernias, gallbladder disease, and colon cancer. This field also involves trauma care, wound management, cancer surgery, and more.
General surgeons are often the first point of contact for surgical procedures, managing both minor and major surgeries, and collaborating with specialists when necessary.
Symptoms & Diagnosis
General Surgery is a broad surgical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of various conditions that require operative procedures. It covers a wide range of systems including the digestive system, abdomen, endocrine glands, skin, and soft tissues.
General surgery is not limited to a single organ or system. It covers surgical procedures involving:
- Gastrointestinal tract
- Endocrine system
- Breast
- Abdominal wall
- Skin and soft tissues
- Trauma care
- Emergency surgical care