A liver biopsy is a safe and quick procedure A liver biopsy is a safe and quick procedure that takes around five minutes to complete. You may, however, be asked to lie on the bed for two hours after the procedure and take it easy for the next 24 hours. What happens during a liver …
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A shoulder arthrocentesis is a relatively quick procedure Sometimes, a shoulder arthrocentesis may be performed using radiological guidance because it may be required to confirm the presence of the fluid before aspirating. Radiological guidance can also be helpful in aspirating other deep and technically difficult joints such as the hip joint or spine. A shoulder arthrocentesis is a relatively quick …
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What is insulin therapy? Insulin comes in many different formulations that may be short- or long-acting, prescribed depending on the person's diabetes condition. Insulin therapy is a treatment for keeping the blood sugar levels within the normal range. Insulin therapy is the mainstay treatment for managing type I diabetes and poorly controlled type II diabetes mellitus. Insulin is a natural …
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A procedure that involves creating a permanent opening in the chest wall Open pleural drainage (also known as open chest drainage) is a surgical procedure that involves creating a permanent opening in the chest wall to drain air, fluid, or pus from your pleural cavity (area around the lungs). The pleural cavity is the space lying between the pleura (two …
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Adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure that removes adrenal glands from the body. Adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure of removing one or both adrenal glands from the body. The adrenal glands are paired glands located above the kidneys—one on each side. They provide multiple functions in the body such as secreting certain hormones, controlling blood pressure, and helping the body respond …
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Performed to collect bone marrow for diagnosis of blood disorders Bone marrow is a spongy tissue within the bones. It is present inside the hip bone, ribs, sternum, and thigh bone. It is a semisolid tissue containing fluid and solid portions. Bone marrow contains stem cells that produce blood cells: White blood cells (WBCs): fight against infections Red blood cells …
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A tracheostomy is performed for restricted airways A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening in the front part of the neck to place a tube into a person’s windpipe. The tube is inserted through a cut in the neck in the space between the thyroid gland and breastbone. This allows air to enter the lungs. Breathing …
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A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure performed for restricted airways A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening in the front part of the neck to place a tube into a person’s windpipe. The tube is inserted through a cut in the neck in the space between the thyroid gland and breastbone. This allows air to enter …
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What is estrogen therapy? Estrogen therapy can relieve the symptoms of menpause like hot flashes, bone loss and painful intercourse. Estrogen therapy, also known as hormone replacement therapy, is a treatment for alleviating the symptoms caused by menopausal transition (when a woman’s ovaries reduce or stop producing estrogen and progesterone). Menopause is when a woman has no periods for one …
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How long does it take to recover from hemorrhoid banding? Recovery is between one to two weeks after the procedure Hemorrhoids and band will dry up and fall off within one to two weeks after the procedure. However, some bleeding will be seen with the stool passage for a few days. What is internal hemorrhoid banding? Hemorrhoid banding is a …
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