Colorectal and General Surgery

What is colorectal and general surgery?

Colorectal and general surgery focuses on conditions affecting the large bowel, rectum and anus, as well as a range of common surgical conditions involving the abdomen and soft tissues.

Our surgeons assess and treat both complex bowel conditions and more common problems such as hernias, gallbladder disease and benign lumps. Care is tailored to each person, with treatment plans designed to address symptoms, support recovery and improve long-term health.

When you might need to see a colorectal or general surgeon

You may be referred to a colorectal or general surgeon if symptoms affecting the bowel, abdomen or soft tissues require surgical assessment.

A specialist review may be recommended if you have:

• Colorectal cancer or bowel polyps
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Diverticular disease
• Haemorrhoids or anal fissures
• An anal fistula or anal abscess
• Rectal prolapse
• Pelvic floor disorders such as faecal incontinence or obstructive defaecation
• Hernias or abdominal wall problems
• Gallbladder disease, including gallstones
• Pilonidal sinus
• Benign lumps that require removal
• An ingrown toenail that requires surgical treatment

Conditions we commonly manage

• Colorectal cancer
• Polyps
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Diverticular disease
• Haemorrhoids
• Anal fissures
• Anal fistula
• Anal abscess
• Rectal prolapse
• Pelvic floor disorders, including faecal incontinence and obstructive defaecation
• Hernias
• Abdominal wall disorders
• Gallbladder disease, including gallstones
• Pilonidal sinus
• Benign lumps
• Ingrown toenail