Medical dictionary

What are tuberous breasts? Tuberous breasts, also known as tubular breasts, are breasts which are tube-shaped instead of rounded and which have a larger space of separation between the breasts. The areolae are also usually large, and the lower part of the breast lacks development. There are various degrees of malformation. What are the symptoms? The characteristics of tuberous breasts

What is a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)?An abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that flattens the abdomen by surgically removing excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen. This allows the abdominal wall muscles to be tightened. This is a major procedure that requires general anaesthesia. It is not an alternative to weight loss.  Why

What is an ultrasound?   Ultrasound is a diagnostic imaging procedure that allows you to see organs and soft structures inside the body. At present, they can be 2D, 3D or four-dimensional images. Ultrasound is a non-invasive technique, in which radiation is not used. Thanks to this, it is used to visualise developing foetuses in pregnancy.     What does an ultraso

What is an umbilicoplasty? Umbilicoplasty is a cosmetic surgery aimed at reshaping the belly button. The procedure consists of removing excess skin in and around the belly button in order to improve its appearance by adjusting its size, repairing an umbilical hernia or turning a protruding belly button inwards. The surgery gained popularity among patients that see cha

What is vaginoplasty? Vaginoplasty is a vaginal rejuvenation surgery that aims to correct the distension and loosening of the vaginal canal tissues and to recover the tightening and contraction capacity of the vaginal muscles. Both childbirth and ageing can cause the vaginal canal muscles to loosen. Vaginoplasty is a gynaecological procedure that is sometimes referred to as vaginal rejuven

What are vascular malformations? A vascular malformation is a type of birthmark or growth that is normally present at birth. It is a type of injury made up of veins, arteries, and lymphatic and capillary vessels. There are several types which are named after the vein they affect. Vascular malformations are often referred to as lymphangioma, vascular gigantism, and arteriovenous malforma

What is VASER liposuction? VASER liposuction (Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance liposuction) is an invasive procedure, which is used to change the contours and shape of the body through the removal of persistent fat deposits. The specialised ultrasound technology breaks down fat cells by sending out ultrasonic frequency waves. After the cells have been broken down the pla

What are warts?   Warts are hard growths that can occur in various areas of the body, caused by a viral infection. They are more frequent in children and teenagers and are usually benignant formations (not cancerous). Warts aren’t normally painful. Healing takes from a few weeks to six months with adequate treatment.     There are several types of warts. The

What are wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth are the third and last set of molars that people develop in their early teens or late twenties. There may be up to four wisdom teeth that grow on both the bottom and top at the back of the mouth. Wisdom teeth often affect other teeth when growing as the mouth becomes crowded and causes severe pain. When this occurs the only curr