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Rhinoplasty

Cosmetic Nose Surgery ... the medicines used during the surgery (such as general or local anesthesia) Bleeding ... Rhinoplasty is surgery to change the size or shape of your nose. It is also called a nose job ... 33;cosmetic surgery;nose job

Hair Replacement Surgery

Detailed information on hair loss and hair replacement surgery. Hair Replacement Surgery What ... replacement surgery? The interest in hair replacement has significantly increased over the past 10 ... hair loss;hair replacement;hair replacement surgery;hair transplantation;tissue expansion surgery ... ;flap surgery;scalp reduction surgery;hair transplantation procedure complication;hair transplantation procedure

Brachioplasty

. Your surgeon and a team of nurses will do your surgery. In general, you can expect the following ... A brachioplasty is a surgery that reshapes the back part of your upper arm, from your arm to

Epilepsy

. There are 2 main types of seizures: generalized seizures and partial or focal seizures. A ... generalized seizure affects most of the brain. There are different kinds of generalized seizures. The ... epilepsy; seizures; generalized seizure; partial seizure; focal seizure; tonic-clonic seizure; grand mal seizure

Bunion Surgery

removed during a follow-up visit. This is generally scheduled for 2 weeks after surgery. Take a ... Bunion surgery is done to reduce the pain and correct the deformity caused by a bunion. A ... big toe;bunion;bunion surgery;hallux valgus;p07678

Having an Appendectomy

first. This medicine may cure the infection, so you don’t need surgery. But most people will need to ... have the appendix taken out right away. During the surgery An appendectomy is a very common ... W1873; appendectomy; Having an Appendectomy; gastrointestinal; emergency surgery; abdominal surgery

Endoscopic Sinus Surgery for Children

Understanding Endoscopic Sinus Surgery for Children ... surgery for a child? The surgery often takes from 1 to 3 hours. In general, you can expect the ... with you beforehand and are not generally part of an endoscopic sinus surgery What happens after ... Endoscopic Sinus Surgery;p02034

Pericardiectomy

a surgery done under general anesthesia. The surgeon makes an incision over the breastbone to ... tools are used to do the surgery through these small holes. Why might I need a pericardiectomy ... VATS;pericardial sac;pericardium;358;surgery

Your Child Needs an Appendectomy

is an appendectomy. During this procedure, a surgeon takes out the appendix. During the surgery ... IV. Your child will also have general anesthesia. This medicine keeps your child pain-free and asleep ... W1875; appendectomy; Your Child Needs an Appendectomy; gastrointestinal; emergency surgery; abdominal surgery

Types of Hand Surgery

Hand Surgery ... . Some nerve injuries may heal on their own. Others may require surgery. Generally, surgery is done ... Many different types of surgeries can be done on the hand, depending on the underlying cause ... hand surgery;skin grafts;skin flaps;tendon repair;fasciotomy;joint replacement;replantation surgery;hand surgery risks;P01130

Tummy Tuck

surgeries generally cover the following considerations: Places where this surgery is done ... be worse. Blood clots and infection. As in any surgery, there is a risk of bleeding, infection

Having Vagus Nerve Stimulator Placement

from the generator to a vagus nerve, deep in your neck. The VNS is put in your body during a surgery ... depression, obesity, as well as other conditions. It has 2 parts: a pulse generator and leads

Pneumonectomy

Surgery to remove a lung ... general anesthesia. Daily exercise is an important part of getting ready for surgery. Ask your ... minimally invasive surgery. In general: You will lie on your side on an operating table with your ... surgery to remove a lung;391

Arthroscopy

during arthroscopic surgery? Each procedure will vary. But generally, arthroscopic surgery follows ... system that lets a surgeon view the surgery while it's being done. The arthroscope is often used with ... arthroscopy;arthroscopic surgery;arthroscopic procedure;p00903

Lateral Ankle Ligament Reconstruction

? Lateral ankle ligament reconstruction is a surgery to tighten and firm up one or more ankle ... an outpatient surgery, so you can go home the same day. Your ankle is a hinge joint that allows ... 343;tighten ankle ligaments;Brostrom procedure;Lateral Ankle Ligament Reconstruction;surgery

Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement

Understanding Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery ... surgery. Your own risks may vary depending on the anatomy of your shoulder problem and your general ... healthcare provider about what you should expect after your surgery. In general, after your surgery ... reverse shoulder replacement;366;surgery

Understanding Calcaneus (Heel) Fracture Repair

Read on to learn more about surgery to repair a heel bone (calcaneus) fracture. Understanding ... they no longer line up correctly with each other. You may need surgery to repair a heel fracture so ... ;displaced frature;internal fixation;open surgery;closed reduction;percuatneous fixation;orthopaedics;foot pain

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy for Children

takes between 30 and 45 minutes. Your child will get medicine to sleep during the surgery (general ... surgery will go as follows: Your child will be given general anesthesia. Medicines and fluids

Surgery for Pulmonary Atresia with VSD for Children

Pulmonary atresia is a condition in which the heart lacks a pulmonary valve. This surgery ... improves blood flow through the heart and out to the lungs. Surgery for Pulmonary Atresia with ... surgery for pulmonary atresia;VSD;161, 108;ventricular septal defect

Reconstructive Plastic Surgery Overview

Plastic Surgery, Reconstructive ... defects Disease Tumors Who are candidates for reconstructive plastic surgery? Generally, 2 ... The goal of reconstructive plastic surgery is to improve body function, but the surgery may ... reconstructive plastic surgery;reconstructive plastic surgery candidate;reconstructive plastic ... surgery complication;reconstructive plastic surgery preparation;p01116


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