Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is an extremely serious condition which is commonly encountered during surgical rotations. Early identification as well as appropriate investigation and management can have significant impacts on the outcomes of patients, therefore it’s key that students and junior Doctors have a good understanding of the disease as a whole. In this video, you will learn how AAA develop, their clinical presentation, how we can diagnose (and screen for) them and how best to manage the condition.

Rovsing's sign is a classic clinical feature found in patients with acute appendicitis. In this video we explain what Rovsing's sign is, why it happens and how we test for its presence.

Large Bowel Obstruction is a common and important cause of acute abdominal pain and something all med students and Junior doctors should have a good knowledge of. In this video we discuss how to spot large bowel obstruction of abdominal X-Rays and be confident in making a diagnosis.

Acute appendicitis is a common and important cause of acute surgical admissions in the younger population, and one that you are highly likely to encounter during your surgical placements. In this video we explain the role of CT scans in establishing a diagnosis of appendicitis and what the key features are that we should look to identity.

As is the case with all imaging investigations, our ability to use to chest X-rays to make diagnoses is heavily dependent on the quality of the image presented. In this video we explain the key things to look for in a chest X-ray to ensure the image is high quality and that we can be confident in our conclusions.

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers Worldwide. The specific type and nature of treatment that a patient undergoes will largely be dictated by the stage of the malignancy. In this video we cover what staging tools we use, what information they utilise and how different stages impact on patient prognosis.

In this video we cover the key anatomy of the large bowel, including its embryological origin, layers of the colon, lymphatics and its extensive blood supply.

Diverticular disease is an important cause of intra-abdominal pain and sepsis in the older population. In this video we discuss the Hinchey classification, how it is used to classify the severity of diverticulitis and ultimately determines the treatment strategy we apply in each case.

Tying reef knots with an instrument is an important skill for medical students to learn as it is routinely used in emergency rooms, primarily for closing simple wounds. In this video you will learn how to perform this technique competently and with confidence.

The instrument surgeon's knot is a basic yet essential surgical skill that is similar to the instrument reef knot, but is better adapted for sutures that might experience higher tension. In this video we cover how to perform this skill to create safe and secure knots.

Haeomostatic suturing is a common technique used to prevent blood loss from vessels or tissues during surgery. A prior understanding of how to perform these sutures and how they stop bleeding is vital for anyone undertaking complex surgical procedures. In this video you will be taught this essential skill.

Horizontal mattress suturing is a technique that is vital in the closure of deeper wounds, particularly in areas where the skin naturally inverts. In this video, we cover the essential theory behind horizontal mattress sutures and how best to perform them.

Vertical mattress suturing is an essential technique for closing deeper wounds, particularly in tissues where the skin naturally inverts. In this video, we cover the theory behind vertical mattress sutures and how best to perform them.

Hand knot tying at depth is an important skill that allows the creation of secure knots in deep areas with restricted access. This technique can be challenging and requires significant amounts of practice to enable it to be performed safely and with confidence in surgery. In this video we cover the best-practice for hand tying knots at depth competently and securely.

Traumatic brain injury is an important cause of morbidity and mortality around the globe. Therefore a sound knowledge of this condition and how to manage patients appropriately and expediently is vital. In this video, you will learn; key anatomy, the types of traumatic brain injury, their presentation, pathophysiology, investigation and management.

Epidural anaesthesia is a commonly performed intervention for anaesthesia during surgery and also post-operative pain control. In this video we cover what you need to know about this essential procedure.

Ultrasound is a frequently used medical imaging investigation, primarily because it allows safe, rapid and non-invasive visualisation of internal anatomical structures. In this video we will cover the basic principles behind how ultrasound waves are created and how we can use them to generate images that can diagnose and help manage clinical conditions

Male urethral catheterisation is an important skill to learn for medical students, junior doctors and nurses. It can be performed as a therapeutic intervention or in the monitoring of critically unwell patients and therefore it's vital that it can be carried out safely and with confidence.

Acute appendicitis is one of the most common causes of admission to hospital with abdominal pain around the World. So it's essential that all doctors, nurses and medical students have a good knowledge of the condition, how we diagnose it, how we treat it and what potential complications can occur. In this video Dr Glyn Estebanez explains everything you need to know about appendicitis so you'll be much more confident when dealing with patients and also answering questions in clinical exams.

Removing sutures is a common skill that nurses and health care providers are expected to perform. In this video we cover what you need to know to remove sutures easily and safely.