Internal Limb Lengthening Surgery
What is internal limb lengthening? Internal limb lengthening is when the device used to lengthen the bone is inserted inside the bone. The lengthening device has a small magnetic motor inside it. When the motor is activated by an External Remote Controller (ERC), the device slowly lengthens, and this causes the bone to slowly […]
Liver Cancer Treatment
What is Liver Cancer? Liver cancer is a cancer that begins in the cells of your liver. The liver is the largest glandular organ in the body and performs various critical functions to keep the body free of toxins and harmful substances. The liver is located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, […]
Shoulder Replacement Surgery Recovery
What to expect after a shoulder replacement surgery You may need to stay in hospital for two to three days after your operation, depending on how good your general health is. If you have a local anaesthetic, it may take several hours before the feeling comes back into your treated shoulder. You’ll be given […]
Cystocele Surgery
Cystocele What is a Cystocele? A cystocele ― also known as a prolapsed, herniated, dropped or fallen bladder (where your urine or “water” is stored) ― occurs when ligaments that hold your bladder up and the muscle between a woman’s vagina and bladder stretches or weakens, allowing the bladder to sag into the vagina. There […]
Gingivoplasty Recovery
What to Expect after Gingivoplasty A periodontist will usually recommend an antiseptic mouthwash to prevent infection post-surgery. You should avoid tobacco products because they can impair your healing. Your periodontist will also recommend some dietary changes to reduce risks for gum injury and pain. This includes: . Choosing soft foods, such as mashed potatoes […]
Limb Lengthening Surgery Recovery Time
Recovery and rehabilitation After the operation, nursing staff teach patients how to clean and care for the skin around the pins that attach the external fixator to the limb (pinsite care). Patients are also shown how to recognize and treat early signs of infection and not to neglect pinsite care, which takes about 30 […]
Cesarean section procedure
C-Section (Cesarean Section) What is C-Section (Cesarean Section)? A C-Section (cesarean section) — also known as a cesarean delivery— is the surgical delivery of a baby. It involves one incision in the mother’s abdomen and another in the uterus. Cesarean deliveries are generally avoided before 39 weeks of pregnancy so the child has proper time […]
Balloon Valvuloplasty Surgery in Iran
What is Balloon valvuloplasty? A valvuloplasty, also known as balloon valvuloplasty or balloon valvotomy, is a minimally invasive procedure to repair a heart valve that has a narrowed opening. The procedure is performed with a thin tube (catheter) that has a small deflated balloon at its tip (balloon-tipped catheter). The catheter is advanced up […]
Cochlear Implant Parts
Parts of a Cochlear Implant All cochlear implants, regardless of manufacturer, consist of two general components: . Internal device: The internal portion of the implant consists of two parts: the receiver/stimulator and the intracochlear electrode array. . External hardware: The external portion consists of three parts: a microphone, a speech processor, and a transmitting […]
Knee Replacement Surgery Recovery
Total Knee Replacement Recovery and Aftercare Recovery You had a total knee replacement. The doctor replaced the worn ends of the bones that connect to your knee (thigh bone and lower leg bone) with plastic and metal parts. When you leave the hospital, you should be able to move around with a walker or […]