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Myotomy can be performed as a laparoscopic, thoracoscopic or an open surgery. Myotomy can be performed as a laparoscopic, thoracoscopic or an open surgery. Laparoscopic and thoracoscopic myotomies are minimally invasive procedures. They involve small surgical cuts through which a thin tube-like device is inserted into the body. The device has a tiny camera at …

The most effective way to treat stasis dermatitis is by controlling the disease The most effective way to treat stasis dermatitis is by controlling the disease. This can be achieved by: Wearing a compression stocking, compression dressing reduces swelling. Keeping the legs elevated while sleeping. Applying topical corticosteroid to the areas of inflammation. Taking antibiotics or applying antibiotics to treat …

Pilonidal cyst facts Treatment for pilonidal cysts involves draining the infection (abscess), usually by lancing open the wound. A procedure called an "incision and drainage" (I&D) is performed either using local anesthesia or general anesthesia. Pilonidal cysts are sacs filled with hair and skin debris that form at the top of the crease of the buttocks above the sacrum. A painful abscess …

A person with ALS may live for about two to five years from the time of diagnosis On average, a person with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) may live for about two to five years from the time of diagnosis. This may vary as studies have shown that many people may live for five years or more. More than half of …

Most children can live a normal life after pacemaker surgery In most cases, most children can live a normal life after pacemaker surgery. An implanted pacemaker usually lasts around 10 years or more depending on the usage and the type of device implanted, after which the pacemaker would have to be replaced.  What is a pacemaker? A pacemaker or an …

Strictureplasty can be used to treat simple or short strictures. Strictureplasty can be used to treat simple or short strictures. In this procedure, the damaged portion of the intestine is cut open and reshaped. For long and complicated strictures, surgical removal of the affected part of the bowel (resection) should be considered. What are strictures? Strictures are narrowed parts in …

What is thyroid disease? Readers Comments 5 Share Your Story Hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid can be caused by a condition known as Graves’ disease, inflammation of the thyroid gland (known as thyroiditis), or by tumors that secrete thyroid hormones. Thyroid disease is common. Thyroid disease can result from conditions that cause over-or under-function of the thyroid gland. When the gland produces too …

The success rate of mitral valve repair surgery is around 95% With proper patient selection and timely intervention, the estimated success rate of mitral valve repair surgery is around 95%. Almost 95% of patients are free of reoperation for 10 years. At 20 years, around 90% of people do not need reoperation for mitral valve repair.  What is percutaneous mitral …

What is the difference between a rigid and flexible sigmoidoscopy? There are various differences between flexible sigmoidoscopy and rigid sigmoidoscopy Apart from the length, the flexible sigmoidoscope is more flexible to maneuver. Thus, it produces less discomfort. The rigid sigmoidoscopy has a lesser diagnostic yield than the flexible sigmoidoscopy.  Other differences between flexible sigmoidoscopy and rigid sigmoidoscopy are: Rigid sigmoidoscopy …

What Is Percutaneous Needle Technique Musculoskeletal Biopsy? The procedure provides a rapid way to diagnose cancers and noncancer conditions. Percutaneous needle technique musculoskeletal biopsy is a procedure to obtain a small piece of tissue (biopsy) from the muscles and/or the bones. It is performed by passing a special type of needle through the skin (percutaneously) under image guidance (e.g., computed …