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 […]
Oral Cancer Screening
What is Oral Cancer Screening? Oral cancer screening is an examination performed by a dentist or doctor to look for signs of cancer or precancerous conditions in your mouth. The goal of oral cancer screening is to identify mouth cancer early, when there is a greater chance for a cure. Most dentists perform an […]
Facts about lasik risks
Is Lasik Eye Surgery Dangerous? How Safe Is Lasik Eye Surgery? Risks and Side effects Lasik Eye Surgery Complications that result in a loss of vision are very rare. But certain side effects of LASIK eye surgery, particularly dry eyes and temporary visual problems such as glare, are fairly common. These usually clear up after […]
Esophageal Cancer Treatment
What is Esophageal Cancer? Esophageal cancer is a cancer that occurs in the esophagus — a long, hollow tube that runs from your throat to your stomach. Your esophagus helps move the food you swallow from the back of your throat to your stomach to be digested. Esophageal cancer usually begins in the cells […]
Blepharoplasty Recovery
Blepharoplasty Aftercare and Recovery Your surgeon will discuss how long it will be before you can return to your normal level of activity and work. After surgery, you and your caregiver will receive detailed instructions about your post-surgery care, including information about: . Normal symptoms you will experience . Potential signs of complication For […]
Meniscus Surgery
What is Meniscus Surgery? Meniscus surgery is a common operation to remove or repair a torn meniscus, a piece of cartilage in the knee. The surgery requires a few small incisions and takes about an hour. Recovery and rehabilitation take a few weeks. The procedure can reduce pain, improve mobility and stability, and get […]
Osseous Surgery
What is Osseous Surgery? If you have a healthy mouth, there should be less than a 2- to 3-millimeter (mm) pocket (rift) between the base of your teeth and gums. Gum disease can increase the size of these pockets. When the gap between your teeth and gums becomes deeper than 5 mm, the area […]