Surgical Interest Group of Monash University Malaysia

This non-cancerous condition is characterized by an overgrowth of prostate tissue and the presence of urinary symptoms, mostly in men aged 50 years or older.

With an incidence of roughly 0.1-0.2% of the population per year, a peptic ulcer is a break in the lining of the gastrointestinal tract, extending through to the muscular layer of the bowel wall.

Head trauma is any trauma to the head; with or without injury to the brain. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) causes disruption to the structure and function of the brain as a result of head impact or external forces.

Thyroid lumps are a common presentation occurring in up to 5% of the population; only a small
percentage of these are cancerous.

Burns are extremely common injuries mainly affecting the skin and superficial tissues. Causes of burns may include contact with sources of heat such as hot liquids, open flames, heated objects, chemicals and electrical currents.