Category: Surgery
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Balloon Sinuplasty: Minimally Invasive Chronic Sinusitis Treatment
Sinuses protect the underlying structures, keep the skull light, and manage throat and nose health. When these air cavities in the face and skull develop infection or inflammation, you suffer from breathing and sleeping problems. Various other debilitating symptoms can also accompany them. Generally, sinusitis can be of two types: acute and chronic. Acute conditions…
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4 Ways Advancements in Technology Are Improving Eye Health
Vision impairment and disability can be debilitating in a person’s daily life. From slight discomfort and inconvenience to chronic and severe pain, eye problems should be addressed as early as possible to prevent them from worsening. The CDC’s fast facts on common eye disorders point to approximately 12 million US adults having vision impairment, including…
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Nanotech takes on orthopedics
Superior knee and hip replacements are a step closer after Flinders University and Chinese researchers further test and develop a new orthopedic implant coating that has the strong ability to ward off infection — as well as stimulate bone growth. The technology, which has been patented after more promising results just detailed in the lead…
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Vaping After Tooth Extraction: Is It Safe?
If you’ve recently had a tooth extracted, you may be wondering whether it’s safe to vape or if you need to take a break from your e-cigarette habit until your mouth has fully healed. Tooth removal, whether due to dental surgery, wisdom tooth extraction, or other oral procedures, requires time and care to recover properly.…
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Why Those With Obesity Are At Higher Risk For Cardiovascular Disease
A recent study from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine published in the Journal of Lipid Research has revealed that in obesity, LDL cholesterol does not function normally and further increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.u00a0
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Minimally Invasive Procedures for Varicose Vein Removal: A Patient’s Guide
Varicose veins can be more than a simple cosmetic concern. They can also lead to discomfort and health issues. Fortunately, modern medicine offers a range of minimally invasive procedures for varicose vein removal. In this guide, we’ll explore these procedures to help you make an informed decision about your vein health.
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Clean, Separate, Cook, And Chill: A Cautionary Tale
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In January 2021 an Australian woman was admitted to her local hospital after 3 weeks of suffering with abdominal pain and diarrhea which was followed by a constant dry cough, fever, and night sweats. A year later her symptoms progressed to include depression and forgetfulness which prompted a referral to get an MRI of her…
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Vasectomies Are Becoming More Common In America
A growing number of men are declining fatherhood and opting to have vasectomies to ensure they do not become a parent, as this surgical procedure is permanent male contraception. According to recent research from the University of Chicago published in the journal Urology, there has been a surge in the procedure over the last decade.u00a0
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Deep Brain Stimulation Shows Benefit For Stroke Survivors
Researchers at Cleveland Clinic report in Nature Medicine that using deep brain stimulation (DBS) for post-stroke rehabilitation of patients targeting the dentate nucleus is safe and feasible. The dentate nucleus is a region in the brain that regulates fine control of voluntary movements, cognition, language, and sensory functions.u00a0
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Surgical Options for Varicose Veins: Vein Ligation and Stripping
Part 3 of an 8-article series written by Arlette Pacheco, Ph.D.u00a0 Varicose veins can be a source of discomfort for many people. These enlarged, twisted veins often appear on the legs and can cause symptoms like pain and aching. While lifestyle changes can help manage the condition, sometimes surgical intervention becomes necessary to provide lasting…