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All Medical Procedures(30 items)

Antenatal Screening

Routine tests and checks during pregnancy to monitor the health of mother and baby, including blood tests, scans, and health assessments.

Appendectomy

Surgical removal of the appendix, usually performed as an emergency procedure to treat appendicitis.

Blood Transfusion

A procedure to replace blood lost during surgery, injury, or illness by infusing donated blood components.

Caesarean Section (C-Section)

A surgical procedure to deliver a baby through incisions in the abdomen and uterus, performed when vaginal delivery is not safe.

Cataract Surgery

A procedure to remove the clouded lens of the eye and replace it with an artificial lens to restore clear vision.

Chemotherapy

Drug treatment that uses powerful chemicals to kill fast-growing cancer cells. May be used alone or with other treatments.

Circumcision

Surgical removal of the foreskin, commonly performed for cultural, religious, or medical reasons. Done as a day procedure.

Colonoscopy

An examination of the large intestine using a flexible camera scope, used to screen for colon cancer and diagnose bowel conditions.

CT Scan

A diagnostic imaging procedure using X-rays and computer processing to create detailed cross-sectional images of the body.

Dental Extraction

Removal of a tooth from its socket, performed for severely decayed, damaged, or impacted teeth.

Dialysis

A treatment that filters waste and excess fluid from the blood when the kidneys are no longer able to function adequately.

ECG / Echocardiography

Heart diagnostic tests including electrocardiogram (ECG) for electrical activity and echocardiography for heart structure and function imaging.

Endoscopy

A procedure using a flexible tube with a camera to examine the digestive tract, diagnose conditions, and sometimes perform treatments.

Eye Testing / Refraction

Comprehensive eye examinations including visual acuity testing and refraction to determine prescriptions for glasses or contact lenses.

Hernia Repair

Surgical procedure to push herniated tissue back into place and strengthen the weakened area, performed as open or laparoscopic surgery.

HIV Testing (VCT)

Voluntary counselling and testing for HIV, providing confidential testing, pre-test counselling, and post-test support.

Hysterectomy

Surgical removal of the uterus, performed to treat conditions such as fibroids, cancer, chronic pain, or heavy bleeding.

IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation)

An assisted reproduction procedure where eggs are fertilised outside the body and transferred to the uterus.

Joint Replacement

Surgical procedure to replace a damaged joint with an artificial one, most commonly performed on hips and knees.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Minimally invasive surgery performed through small incisions using a camera and specialised instruments, offering faster recovery.

Malaria Testing (RDT/Microscopy)

Diagnostic testing for malaria using rapid diagnostic tests (RDT) or microscopic examination of blood samples.

MRI Scan

A diagnostic imaging technique using magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of organs and tissues.

Myomectomy (Fibroid Removal)

Surgical removal of uterine fibroids while preserving the uterus. Can be performed as open, laparoscopic, or hysteroscopic surgery.

Physiotherapy Sessions

Structured physical therapy sessions for rehabilitation, pain management, mobility improvement, and recovery from injury or surgery.

Prostatectomy

Surgical removal of all or part of the prostate gland, typically performed to treat prostate cancer or severe enlargement.

Root Canal Treatment

A dental procedure to treat infection at the centre of a tooth, removing infected pulp and sealing the tooth to prevent further damage.

Tonsillectomy

Surgical removal of the tonsils, typically performed to treat recurrent tonsillitis or obstructive sleep problems.

Ultrasound

A non-invasive imaging technique using sound waves to produce images of internal body structures, commonly used in pregnancy monitoring.

Vaccination / Immunisation

Administration of vaccines to protect against infectious diseases, including childhood immunisation schedules and adult boosters.

X-Ray

A quick imaging test using small amounts of radiation to produce pictures of bones, teeth, and internal organs.