The goal of breast cancer surgery is to remove the entire tumor from the breast. Some of the lymph nodes in the underarm area (axillary nodes) may also be removed to see if cancer cells are present.

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A hemolytic transfusion reaction is a serious complication that can occur after a transfusion of blood. The red blood cells that were given in the transfusion are destroyed by the patient's immune system. There are other types of allergic transfusion reactions that do not cause hemolysis.

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What to expect during the day of a pediatric surgery at Sutter Children's Center Sacramento.

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- A baby born with two heads is expected to survive after doctors removed the parasitic twin that was “feeding off” her blood supply. The baby girl, who is yet to be named, was born via C-section at Ram Snehi Hospital in northern India last month

Majority of patients these days prefer PCNL ( Minimal Invasive Telescopic removal of kidney stones broken with lithoclast, removed through a button hole incision ). This patient with a big stone in the pelvis of the kidney wanted it open only so I did an open pyelolithotomy for this patient after a long time as I use to do it in routine in the past. Except for the long incision and scar as compared to PCNL the recovery time was the same and patient went home third day happily walking and eating.

Shannon, who recently underwent gastric bypass surgery, discusses her hopes and aspirations for life after her upcoming abdominoplasty surgery in Austin. Abdominoplasty, more commonly known as tummy tuck surgery, is a procedure which removes excess skin from the midsection and tightens the abdominal muscles for a more sculpted, leaner appearance. Please visit http://www.personique.com/tummy-tuckabdominoplasty.php to learn more about abdominoplasty in Austin.

Detailed examination of the joints is usually not included in the routine medical examination. However, joint related complaints are rather common, and understanding anatomy and physiology of both normal function and pathologic conditions is critically important when evaluating the symptomatic patient. By gaining an appreciation for the basic structures and functioning of the joint, you'll be able to "logic" your way thru the exam, even if you can't remember the eponym attached to each specific test!

emergency c-section for acute fetal distress, Misgav Ladach - modified Joel Cohen technique

Considering having an Austin plastic surgery procedure like Smartlipo? Then you’ll want to watch this quick video where staff members of renowned Austin plastic surgeon Dr. William Davis give you an overview of what you can expect.

A stress fracture typically feels like an aching or burning localized pain somewhere along a bone. Usually, it will hurt to press on it, and the pain will get progressively worse as you run on it, eventually hurting while walking or even when you're not putting any weight on it at all.

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As a pediatric surgeon at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, Dr. Nitsana Spigland treats newborns, children, teens, and young adults requiring surgical interventions. She specializes in antenatal counseling and newborn congenital malformations.

Learn more about Dr. Spigland at: https://www.nyp.org/physician/nspigland.

The spleen is an organ in the upper far left part of the abdomen, to the left of the stomach. The spleen varies in size and shape between people, but it’s commonly fist-shaped, purple, and about 4 inches long. Because the spleen is protected by the rib cage, you can’t easily feel it unless it’s abnormally enlarged. The spleen plays multiple supporting roles in the body. It acts as a filter for blood as part of the immune system. Old red blood cells are recycled in the spleen, and platelets and white blood cells are stored there. The spleen also helps fight certain kinds of bacteria that cause pneumonia and meningitis.

The IUD is birth control that’s very effective and convenient. How does an IUD work to prevent pregnancy?

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During your menstrual period, your uterus contracts to help expel its lining. Hormonelike substances (prostaglandins) involved in pain and inflammation trigger the uterine muscle contractions. Higher levels of prostaglandins are associated with more-severe menstrual cramps.