General anaesthetic (child) in Korea
Overview General anaesthesia is a medically induced state where a child is put into a deep sleep so they do not feel pain, move, or remember the procedure during surgery. It is a safe and routine practice in Korea, used for a wide range of pediatric surgeries and procedures — from ear tube insertion (grommets) […]
Grommets in Korea
Overview Grommets, also known as ventilation tubes, tympanostomy tubes, or ear tubes, are tiny hollow cylinders inserted into the eardrum to allow air to pass into the middle ear. They are commonly used to treat children and sometimes adults who suffer from recurrent ear infections (otitis media) or persistent glue ear (otitis media with effusion). […]
Gender affirming surgery in Korea
Overview Gender Affirming Surgery (GAS), also known as Gender Confirmation Surgery (GCS) or Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS), refers to a series of medical procedures designed to help transgender and non-binary individuals align their physical bodies with their gender identity. These surgeries can involve chest/breast surgery, genital reconstruction, facial feminization or masculinization, and voice-related procedures. South […]
Gastric sleeve surgery in Korea
Overview Gastric Sleeve Surgery, also known as Sleeve Gastrectomy, is a type of bariatric (weight loss) surgery in which about 70–80% of the stomach is surgically removed. The remaining stomach is shaped like a narrow tube or “sleeve,” which restricts food intake and helps patients feel full faster. This procedure not only aids in significant […]
Goniotomy in Korea
Overview Goniotomy is a type of eye surgery used to treat glaucoma, particularly in children with congenital glaucoma or in select cases of adult glaucoma. It involves creating an opening in the eye’s drainage system (trabecular meshwork) to help fluid (aqueous humor) flow more easily, thereby reducing intraocular pressure (IOP). Lowering IOP is the most […]
Genioplasty (Chin Augmentation) in Korea
Overview Genioplasty, also known as chin augmentation surgery, is a cosmetic and reconstructive procedure that reshapes or enhances the chin to improve facial harmony. It may involve sliding genioplasty (bone repositioning) or the use of chin implants to achieve the desired contour. This surgery can correct a receding, protruding, or asymmetrical chin, and is often […]
Gastrectomy in Korea
Overview Gastrectomy is a surgical procedure in which part or all of the stomach is removed. It is commonly performed to treat stomach cancer, severe ulcers, noncancerous growths, bleeding, or rare genetic conditions. Depending on the case, the surgery may involve removing a portion (partial gastrectomy), the entire stomach (total gastrectomy), or the lower/upper part […]
Gamma Knife Surgery in Korea
Overview Gamma Knife Surgery is a highly advanced form of stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) used to treat brain disorders such as tumors, vascular malformations, and neurological conditions without traditional open surgery. Despite the name, it is not an actual surgical procedure involving knives. Instead, it uses focused beams of gamma radiation to target and destroy abnormal […]
Frenotomy (Tongue-Tie Procedure in Infants) in Korea
Overview Frenotomy, also known as a tongue-tie procedure, is a minor surgical intervention performed to release a tight lingual frenulum, the small band of tissue connecting the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth. In infants, a restricted frenulum can cause feeding difficulties, poor weight gain, and breastfeeding challenges. In South Korea, […]
Foraminotomy in Korea
Overview Foraminotomy is a minimally invasive spinal surgery performed to enlarge the neural foramen, the small passageways where spinal nerves exit the vertebrae. This procedure relieves nerve compression caused by herniated discs, bone spurs, or spinal stenosis, which can lead to pain, numbness, or weakness in the arms or legs. In South Korea, foraminotomy is […]