Mr Ihab Wissa is an experienced Consultant Gynaecologist in Harley Street, London.
Mr Wissa qualified as a doctor in 1988. He received his gynaecology training in the South East Thames, including Guy’s and St Thomas’s as well as a variety of Kent and Sussex hospitals. He accomplished his CCST in 2005, and is on the GMC specialist register.
Mr Wissa qualified as a doctor in 1988. He received his gynaecology training in the South East Thames, including Guy’s and St Thomas’s as well as a variety of Kent and Sussex hospitals. He accomplished his CCST in 2005, and is on the GMC specialist register.
Mr Wissa is a private gynaecologist in London, who offers to see his patients at the London Welbeck hospital. He has 21 years clinical experience in obstetrics and gynaecology. He is particularly experienced in the field of minimal access surgery, benign gynaecological diseases including menstrual problems, fibroids, ovarian cysts, abnormal cervical smear and colposcopy, and the management of pregnancy complications.
He had advanced/tertiary referral centre training in minimal invasive surgery, colposcopy and infertility. He offers a full range of gynaecological services including the management of heavy periods, fibroids, endometriosis and pelvic pain, smear abnormalities and colposcopy, subfertility and polycystic ovarian syndrome, urinary incontinence and prolapse problems, and menopause.
Mr Wissa performs a wide range of gynaecological surgery including laparoscopic and hysteroscopic operations, vaginal and abdominal surgery, and corrective surgery for prolapse.
Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
Abnormal bleeding is a common cause for many women to seek gynaecological advice.
There are many possible causes for abnormal bleeding such as polyps, infection, hormonal disturbances and early pregnancy. In our clinical setting, we will make every effort to provide a quick and accurate diagnosis, and guide you through the most effective treatment that suits your needs.
Cervical inflammation or ectropion
Ectropion is a ‘jargon’ word for many. It simply implies the ‘red velvety’ appearance of the cervix (neck of the womb). This is normal in the majority of cases, however, sometimes it may show signs of inflammation, and may cause abnormal bleeding, especially post-coital i.e. after intercourse.
If you smear test is normal, and precancerous cells are excluded, you may benefit from local treatment such as cauterisation.
Cervical Smear Test and Colposcopy
Thin Prep
Thin prep is the most advanced method that is used for Cervical Screening.
A gentle soft brush is used to collect cells from the surface of the cervix. The result will be available within few days. Once the result is available, a prompt professional advice will be provided. You will be advised if you need further tests or treatment.
Colposcopy
Colposcopy is an essential component of assessment of the cervix (neck of the womb). It involves examination of the cervix under a microscope to identify if any abnormal areas could be seen. According to the findings, you will be offered a choice of either obtaining samples of tissues i.e. biopsies, or to receive treatment.
LETZ (Loop Excision of Transformation Zone)
LETZ is a special form of treatment designed to remove pre-cancerous cells from the cervix.
It is usually performed in the out-patient clinic while using ‘local anaesthetic’ injection to numb the ‘neck of the womb. You may feel little discomfort or stinging sensation while the local anaesthetic is being given.
It is usually very well tolerated by the majority of women, however, if you are really apprehensive and cannot cope with the idea of treatment under local anaesthesia, arrangements can be made for your treatment to be done under general anaesthesia.
Heavy Periods
Mr Ihab Wissa is an experienced Consultant Gynaecologist in Harley Street, London.
Mr Wissa qualified as a doctor in 1988. He received his gynaecology training in the South East Thames, including Guy’s and St Thomas’s as well as a variety of Kent and Sussex hospitals. He accomplished his CCST in 2005, and is on the GMC specialist register.
He is a Member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. He is accredited by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in London in the fields of advanced Laparoscopic and Hysteroscopic surgery, and in Ultrasound scanning, and he is an accredited Colposcopist.
Mr Wissa is a private gynaecologist in London, who offers to see his patients at the London Welbeck hospital. He has 21 years clinical experience in obstetrics and gynaecology. He is particularly experienced in the field of minimal access surgery, benign gynaecological diseases including menstrual problems, fibroids, ovarian cysts, abnormal cervical smear and colposcopy, and the management of pregnancy complications.
He had advanced/tertiary referral centre training in minimal invasive surgery, colposcopy and infertility. He offers a full range of gynaecological services including the management of heavy periods, fibroids, endometriosis and pelvic pain, smear abnormalities and colposcopy, subfertility and polycystic ovarian syndrome, urinary incontinence and prolapse problems, and menopause.
Mr Wissa performs a wide range of gynaecological surgery including laparoscopic and hysteroscopic operations, vaginal and abdominal surgery, and corrective surgery for prolapse.
Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
Abnormal bleeding is a common cause for many women to seek gynaecological advice.
There are many possible causes for abnormal bleeding such as polyps, infection, hormonal disturbances and early pregnancy. In our clinical setting, we will make every effort to provide a quick and accurate diagnosis, and guide you through the most effective treatment that suits your needs.
Cervical inflammation or ectropion
Ectropion is a ‘jargon’ word for many. It simply implies the ‘red velvety’ appearance of the cervix (neck of the womb). This is normal in the majority of cases, however, sometimes it may show signs of inflammation, and may cause abnormal bleeding, especially post-coital i.e. after intercourse.
If you smear test is normal, and precancerous cells are excluded, you may benefit from local treatment such as cauterisation.
Cervical Smear Test and Colposcopy
Thin Prep
Thin prep is the most advanced method that is used for Cervical Screening.
A gentle soft brush is used to collect cells from the surface of the cervix. The result will be available within few days. Once the result is available, a prompt professional advice will be provided. You will be advised if you need further tests or treatment.
Colposcopy
Colposcopy is an essential component of assessment of the cervix (neck of the womb). It involves examination of the cervix under a microscope to identify if any abnormal areas could be seen. According to the findings, you will be offered a choice of either obtaining samples of tissues i.e. biopsies, or to receive treatment.
LETZ (Loop Excision of Transformation Zone)
LETZ is a special form of treatment designed to remove pre-cancerous cells from the cervix.
It is usually performed in the out-patient clinic while using ‘local anaesthetic’ injection to numb the ‘neck of the womb. You may feel little discomfort or stinging sensation while the local anaesthetic is being given.
It is usually very well tolerated by the majority of women, however, if you are really apprehensive and cannot cope with the idea of treatment under local anaesthesia, arrangements can be made for your treatment to be done under general anaesthesia.
Heavy Periods
Your menstrual cycle is controlled by certain factors including your ovarian hormonal production, the local enzymes and substances within the uterus itself and the health status of the womb (uterus) and its lining (endometrium).
You may suffer with heavy periods for a variety of reasons.
Excessive menstrual blood loss may have a detrimental effect on your physical, emotional and social quality of life.
It can be caused by a ‘Polyp’ or a ‘Fibroid’, or it could be ‘Dysfunctional’ when no specific reason is found.
Treatment options include pills, Mirena IUS, endometrial ablation, or surgical removal of fibroids. In extreme cases, hysterectomy may be needed.
Menstrual Pain
Pain during the menstrual period is a common problem for many women.
It is very important that a proper diagnosis is made in order to offer you the best available treatment and advice.
The treatment for dysmenorrhea may include medications and techniques to relieve pain. If the cause of dysmenorrhea is found, the treatment will focus on removing the cause. In some cases, you may need surgery to remove the cause of pain or reduce the pain.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Women with PCOS may have irregular or no menstrual periods, infertility, and excess hair growth.
An ultrasound exam may be done to look for small cysts on the ovary. These cysts which appear with PCOS could be seen on one or both ovaries.
Treatment of PCOS depends on the symptoms and on your wishes to have children. Medical treatment in the form of tablets or injections may be sufficient to stimulate the ovaries to produce an egg i.e. ovulation induction.
Laparoscopy and ovarian drilling is offered in certain cases where ovulation failed to occur with other treatments.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
STDs are caused by bacteria or viral infections. They can cause severe damage to your body.
Anyone who has sexual contact with another person may get an STD.
If you became affected by an STD, you may not have any symptoms and may not know you have it. Even if there are no symptoms, your health can be affected.
Uterine Fibroids
Uterine fibroids are benign growths, which grow from the muscle tissue of the uterus.
It is not clear what causes fibroids. They may be caused by the female hormones.
Small and asymptomatic fibroids usually do not need any treatment.
If fibroids are large enough to cause symptoms, or if their presence is believed to affect your chances of a successful pregnancy, then treatment will be indicated.
Hysteroscope
A hysteroscope is a thin, lighted telescope-like device. It is inserted through the vagina into the womb (uterus).
This allows seeing the inside of the uterus during any procedure. Direct vision is an essential safety feature as it prevents many complications.
It can be very helpful to remove adhesions, fibroids or polyps, diagnose the cause of repeated miscarriage or locate a missed “Coil” and remove it.
Laparoscopy
Laparoscopy is more commonly known as ‘Key-Hole’ surgery. It is used as a diagnostic tool in women who experience problems such as pelvic pain or infertility. It is also very useful to treat many diseases such as endometriosis, ovarian cysts, fibroids, sterilisation, hysterectomy, ectopic pregnancy and others
There is less pain after laparoscopic surgery. You can also return to your normal activities much quicker than after an open surgery.
Early Pregnancy Scans
Ultrasound is energy in the form of sound waves. Ultrasound has been used for ‘Pregnant Women’ for more than four decades. Several studies tested the safety aspects of ultrasound scan in pregnancy. There has been an agreement in medical research that ultrasound is safe to be used when indicated throughout the pregnancy.
Ultrasound is used to confirm viability of the pregnancy, or to diagnose multiple pregnancies.
It is also used when there are complications such as pain or bleeding, to rule out the possibility of a miscarriage or an ectopic pregnancy.
You may suffer with heavy periods for a variety of reasons.
Excessive menstrual blood loss may have a detrimental effect on your physical, emotional and social quality of life.
It can be caused by a ‘Polyp’ or a ‘Fibroid’, or it could be ‘Dysfunctional’ when no specific reason is found.
Treatment options include pills, Mirena IUS, endometrial ablation, or surgical removal of fibroids. In extreme cases, hysterectomy may be needed.
You may suffer with heavy periods for a variety of reasons.
Excessive menstrual blood loss may have a detrimental effect on your physical, emotional and social quality of life.
It can be caused by a ‘Polyp’ or a ‘Fibroid’, or it could be ‘Dysfunctional’ when no specific reason is found.
Treatment options include pills, Mirena IUS, endometrial ablation, or surgical removal of fibroids. In extreme cases, hysterectomy may be needed.