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 […]
Kidney Stone Surgery Complications
Complications after Kidney Stone Surgery Complications can occur after the treatment of large kidney stones. Your surgeon should explain these to you before you have the procedure. Possible complications will depend on the type of treatment you have and the size and position of your stones. Complications could include: . Sepsis, an infection that […]
Dental implant problems
Dental Implant Complications and Failure Early and late dental implant failure A dental implant is a metal post that’s surgically attached to the jaw bone to support an artificial tooth. Once in place, a restorative dentist or oral surgeon mounts a replacement tooth to the implant. Dental implants have a high success rate, but some […]
What is Deep Brain Stimulation Used for
What kinds of neurologic conditions can be treated with deep brain stimulation? Deep brain stimulation is approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat a variety of movement and neurologic disorders including: . Parkinson’s disease . Essential tremor . Dystonia . Epilepsy . Obsessive compulsive disorder Deep brain stimulation is also being studied […]
Hysteroscopy
What is Hysteroscopy? Hysteroscopy is a procedure that can be used to both diagnose and treat causes of abnormal bleeding. The procedure allows your doctor to look inside your uterus with a tool called a hysteroscope. This is a thin, lighted tube that is inserted into the vagina to examine the cervix and inside […]
Colorectal Cancer Treatment in Iran
What is colorectal cancer? Colorectal cancer starts in the colon or the rectum. These cancers can also be called colon cancer or rectal cancer, depending on where they start. Colon cancer and rectal cancer are often grouped together because they have many features in common. Colorectal cancer may be benign, or non-cancerous, or malignant. […]
10 Risks of liposuction
What are the 10 risks of liposuction? The main risks of liposuction are as follows: 1. It has a gradual healing process that can involve moderate scarring, bruising that may last up to 4-5 months after liposuction surgery, and possible vomiting for the few days following the procedure. 2. It may lead to nutritional […]
Cervical Cancer Treatment in Iran
What is Cervical Cancer? Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the cervix. The cervix is a hollow cylinder that connects the lower part of a woman’s uterus to her vagina. Most cervical cancers begin in cells on the surface of the cervix. Various strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), a […]
Cervical spinal stenosis
What is Spinal Stenosis? Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of one or more spaces within your spine. Less space within your spine reduces the amount of space available for your spinal cord and nerves that branch off your spinal cord. A tightened space can cause the spinal cord or nerves to become irritated, compressed […]
Valve Replacement Surgery in Iran
What is Valve Replacement Surgery? Valvular heart disease is a form of heart disease that occurs when one or more of the heart’s four valves don’t function properly. Valve replacement surgery may be an option if the valves of your heart are too fragile, scarred, or otherwise damaged to repair. About Iranian Surgery Iranian […]
Craniotomy Surgery
What is Craniotomy Surgery? A craniotomy is type of brain surgery. It involves removing part of the skull, or cranium, to access the brain. The bone is replaced when the surgery is done. In general, a craniotomy is done to remove brain tumors and treat aneurysms. A neurosurgeon performs the procedure. In this article, […]
Cervical Cancer Risk Factors
Risk factors Risk factors for cervical cancer include: . Many sexual partners. The greater your number of sexual partners — and the greater your partner’s number of sexual partners — the greater your chance of acquiring HPV. . Early sexual activity. Having sex at an early age increases your risk of HPV. . Other […]
Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) in Iran
If you decide to have a FUT Procedure in Iran, reading this article can improve your knowledge about cost of FUT Procedure in Iran to a great extent and help you to choose the best city and hospital to undergo FUT Procedure in Iran. In this article we provide you with a comprehensive description of […]
Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation in Iran If you decide to have a Fat transfer Breast Augmentation in Iran, reading this article can improve your knowledge about the cost of Fat transfer Breast Augmentation in Iran to a great extent and help you to choose the best city and hospital to undergo Fat transfer Breast Augmentation […]
Neck Lift Recovery
Neck Lift Recovery at Home A neck lift usually takes 2 to 3 hours. You will have intravenous sedation or general anesthesia. You can go home after you recover from the anesthesia, but someone else will need to drive you. You may have a small tube in your neck to drain fluid that collects […]
Rhinoplasty vs Septoplasty
What is the Difference between Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty? Rhinoplasty and septoplasty are both plastic surgery procedures involving the nose. Rhinoplasty prioritizes the outside, or aesthetic appearance of the nose, while septoplasty deals with structural issues inside the nose, such as issues with breathing. Often, the two types of surgeries are combined and completed together […]
Rhinoplasty Complications
How common are rhinoplasty complications? The decision to undergo Rhinoplasty is extremely personal. You will have to decide if the benefits will achieve your goals and if the risks and potential complications of rhinoplasty are acceptable. Your plastic surgeon will explain the risks and complications associated with the surgery in detail. You will be […]
Cervical Fracture Surgery
What is a Cervical fracture (Neck Fracture)? A cervical fracture in Iran also called Neck Fracture is a break in 1 or more of the 7 cervical vertebrae (bones) in your neck. The 7 cervical vertebrae are called C1 through C7. Cervical vertebrae support your head and allow your neck to bend and twist. The […]
Breast Cancer Treatment by Stage
Breast cancer stages range from 0-4. Each stage has different symptoms and treatment options. Breast cancer has four stages, and a doctor uses the TNM staging system to identify which of these four stages the breast cancer has reached. The letters TNM mean the following: . T stands for tumor and indicates how much […]
How dangerous is liposuction?
Liposuction is an elective cosmetic procedure that has major risks. It’s not a substitute for weight loss, and not everyone is a good candidate for it. Make sure you meet with a board-certified plastic surgeon and discuss the potential complications and risks before the surgery. Complications Possible complications specific to liposuction include: . […]
Ear pinning (Otoplasty)
What is ear pinning? Ear pinning surgery in Iran, also known as an ear correction, otoplasty or pinnaplasty, is a procedure that alters the size, shape or position of the ears. The ears are a prominent feature of the face and can therefore have a large effect on its appearance. Many men, women and children […]