When to consult this department
- Hernia or a new abdominal/groin swelling
- Gallbladder-related symptoms or recurrent upper abdominal pain
- Persistent anorectal or other general surgical symptoms
- A lump, abscess, cyst or soft-tissue problem needing surgical review
- Abdominal pain where a surgical cause is suspected
- Need for a second opinion about a proposed general or laparoscopic operation


