Adaptive radiotherapy is a pioneering treatment that ensures greater treatment accuracy for bladder cancer, crucially sparing healthy tissue. The London Clinic is the first private hospital in London to offer adaptive radiotherapy, which offers a safe, effective alternative to traditional radiotherapy.
Robotic surgery for bladder cancer allows the surgeon to operate with enhanced vision, improved precision and better control. The London Clinic’s priority is to provide our patients with support, comfort and expert cancer care.
Breast augmentation - also known as breast enlargement, breast implant, breast enhancement or 'boob job' - uses silicone or saline implants to enlarge the breasts and improve their shape. Our expert surgeons take time to talk through all the available options, and develop personalised surgery and recovery plans.
A breast biopsy is a test in which either tissue or cells are taken from inside a breast lump and then sent for detailed examination in the pathology laboratory.
The London Clinic provides a full breast care service for women who are worried about their breast health or who have developed breast cancer. Male breast cancer is rare, but The London Clinic also offers treatment for men with the condition.
Each breast cancer is unique. Breast cancer typing can identify the differences between tumours, allowing The London Clinic to offer our patients customised care.
When the tumour, or lump is benign and the patient wishes to have it removed; or if it is confirmed as malignant cancer, then breast conserving surgery is appropriate. This is a wide local excision 'lumpectomy' and is done through a small cosmetic incision.
The expert breast surgeons at The London Clinic are able to carry out breast surgery to remove tumours and as much as possible, conserve the shape of your breasts.
An MRI scan uses a magnetic field and radio waves to generate images of the interior of your breast.
Most women are offered a breast reconstruction at the time of their mastectomy. There have been numerous advancements in this field recently and your consultant will be able to discuss your options with you.
The London Clinic offers breast reduction for women who are distressed about the size of their breasts or who have developed physical symptoms such as back or neck pain. Our plastic and reconstructive surgeons will share their in-depth expertise and tailor each service to your needs, ensuring the procedure is performed to the highest standard.
Regular breast screening can detect breast cancer at an early stage. The earlier that treatment can begin, the better the chance a woman has to survive 20 years, or even longer.
The London Clinic offers breast ultrasound in addition to other imaging techniques to provide the most accurate diagnostic service possible.
The London Clinic has a team of consultant gynaecologists and a colposcopy suite with a dedicated female nurse present to support patients with cervical cancer.
Chemotherapy drugs work in different ways, so a combination of medications is often used to prevent the cancer cells dividing and spreading.
Patients with triple negative breast cancer do not respond well to hormonal breast cancer treatments and therefore require a different treatment programme.
The London Clinic's gynaecology consultants perform colposcopy in the state-of-the-art suite, using the latest equipment and technology. The gynaecologists are assisted by an expert multidisciplinary team that will support you from your first consultation, during your procedure, and throughout your recovery.
In a diagnostic laparoscopy, a consultant will use keyhole surgery to inspect the organs in your abdomen.
At The London Clinic we can treat endometriosis using several effective techniques.
The type of surgery you can have at The London Clinic will depend on the size and position of your fibroids.
The London Clinic's renowned urologists use a flexible telescope called a cystoscope to diagnose bladder problems, take samples, and treat small polyps or stones.
Your gynaecologist may recommend medication such as Non steroidal Anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), the combined contraceptive pill, which reduces bleeding by about a third and tranexamic acid, which can reduce the heaviness of bleeding by almost half (40-50%) in most cases.
The London Clinic’s expert pathologists will analyse cells from your breast cancer and check for the presence of Her2 receptors.
Following the biopsy or removal of your breast cancer, The London Clinic’s expert pathologists will analyse the tumour and check for the presence of receptors.
A hysteroscopy is commonly performed in women who are experiencing menstrual problems, abnormal vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain, and difficulty conceiving. Our world-leading gynaecologists will carefully inspect the inside of your womb, take samples for analysis, and also treat many common gynaecological conditions like polyps and fibroids.
Intra-operative radiotherapy is when a very localised, high dose of radiation is given at the same time as the surgical treatment for breast cancer. The London Clinic is one of the few sites in the UK to offer treatment with the Carl Zeiss Intrabeam® system - a miniaturised X-ray device which is located within our on-site theatres.
Mammography is a X-ray of your breasts used to help detect breast cancer. It produces several X-ray images of your breast tissue that can help to detect even small tumours, even if you or your doctor cannot feel them.
The London Clinic provides a full breast care service for women who are worried about their breast health or who have developed breast cancer.
Mastectomy is a procedure to remove a breast and can be the most appropriate treatment for some women with breast cancer.
A mastopexy, or breast lift, is a more extensive surgical procedure than breast augmentation, which generally just involves having implants inserted. In some cases, a breast lift and a breast augmentation can be done together to accomplish the desired final result.
Since the menopause is caused by declining levels of the hormone oestrogen, the main medical treatment is to reverse this decline through hormone replacement therapy or HRT.
Your gynaecologist may prescribe medication for the treatment of your painful periods or dysmenorrhoea such as non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs), such as mefenamic acid, ibuprofen or naproxen.
Treatment for PID usually includes oral antibiotics. In cases of severe infection, hospitalisation may be required to administer intravenous antibiotics. Occasionally, surgery is necessary to drain pus or infected fluid around the lining of the fallopian tube or pelvic region.
Several surgical alternatives are available, and the type of surgery is chosen by the consultant gynaecologist based on each individual patient’s circumstances.
Urinary incontinence can be an uncomfortable and upsetting problem. However, many women with severe urine incontinence are surprised to find their condition can be treated simply and effectively, without needing to think about surgery.
There are many treatment options available for managing mesh-related problems and each woman’s experience is unique, requiring an individualised approach to treatment planning. Following a detailed history, examination and appropriate tests, your specialist consultant will discuss all of the treatment options available with you to help you decide on the best course of action.
Our treatment sessions are 1:1 so we can focus your individual needs. The sessions include advice and education on how what you can do to help your condition and provide guidance on how to safely return to work and exercise.
Concierge service
We can support our patients with travel, hotel accommodation, London tours, plus theatre and restaurant reservations.
Main numbers
General enquiries: 020 7935 4444 Appointments: 020 7616 7693 Self-Pay: 020 3219 3315
Other numbers
Concierge service: 020 3219 3323International office: 020 3219 3266Invoice and payment enquiries: 020 7616 7708Press office: 020 7616 7676
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