What is rectal prolapse? Rectal prolapse is a condition in which the last part of your large bowel (rectum) comes out of your anus. This can happen in any of the following three ways: The entire rectum comes out of the anus Only a portion of the rectum is pushed through the anus The rectum …
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What is a fascia? The fascia is the fibrous connective tissue that is present throughout the entire body, and there are three main types: superficial fascia (Camper’s fascia), deep fascia (Scarpa’s fascia), and visceral fascia. The fascia is the fibrous connective tissue that is present throughout the entire body. There are three main types of fascia: Superficial fascia (Camper’s fascia): …
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What is whole-bowel irrigation? Whole-bowel irrigation is the rarely used technique that cleans the entire intestine to remove unwanted or toxic substances from the gastrointestinal tract. The technique is done by inserting a tube from the nose to the intestine (nasogastric tube). Usually, a large volume of nonabsorbable solution called polyethylene glycol–electrolyte is administered through the tube to clean the …
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The possible complications of ulcerative colitis are bleeding, inflammation of other organs, toxic megacolon, dehydration, and colon cancer. The life expectancy of patients with ulcerative is usually the same as the general population. Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a lifelong disease with periods of flare-ups and remissions. The longer the periods of remission, the better will be the general condition of …
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What is acid reflux? Acid reflux can be relieved by simple lifestyle changes, such as avoiding certain foods and drinks, eating small meals, and not eating too close to bedtime. Acid reflux refers to the condition in which the stomach contents move up into the food pipe (esophagus). When the acidic stomach contents leak frequently, more than twice a week …
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Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that affects the inner lining of the large intestine (large bowel) leading to erosion and ulcers. It is a lifelong illness with no specific cause or cure. The life expectancy of patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) is usually the same as anybody without the disease. UC is a lifelong disease with …
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What is transvaginal appendectomy? In treating acute appendicitis, transvaginal appendectomy, which involves removing the appendix through the vagina, is one option. Transvaginal appendectomy is an evolving surgical procedure that involves the removal of the appendix through the vaginal route. It is one of the three types of appendectomy—apart from traditional open appendectomy and laparoscopic appendectomy—that is done to treat acute …
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What is transvaginal cholecystectomy? Transvaginal cholecystectomy is a surgery in which the gallbladder is removed through the vagina. Transvaginal cholecystectomy is a novel surgical procedure to remove the gallbladder through the vaginal route. It is one of the three types of cholecystectomy—apart from the traditional open cholecystectomy and laparoscopic cholecystectomy—that is done to treat patients with an inflamed gallbladder (cholecystitis). …
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What is a single-port surgery? A single-port appendectomy technique involves the removal of the appendix (appendectomy) using a single-port laparoscopic surgery. A single-port surgery is performed through a single incision (cut) in the navel. It is less invasive surgery than traditional laparoscopic surgery. The major advantages of single-port surgery are minimal scarring, less discomfort, faster recovery and fewer complications. What …
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What is a transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS)? A transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) connects the hepatic vein and portal vein in the liver with a stent. A transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) is an artificial connection that is created by a radiologist between two veins (hepatic vein and portal vein) in the liver. These veins are connected by a …
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