Surgery
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Every year more than 15 million people in the U.S. have surgery. There are many reasons to have surgery. Some operations can relieve or prevent pain. Others can reduce a symptom of a problem or improve some body function. Some surgeries are done to find a problem. For example, a surgeon may do a biopsy, which involves removing a piece of tissue to examine under a microscope. Some surgeries, like heart surgery, can save your life.
In recent years there have been many advances in surgery. Not long ago, all surgeries involved cutting with a scalpel. Today, some surgeries are done with lasers. Some operations that once needed large incisions - cuts in the body - can now be done using much smaller incisions.
After surgery there can be a risk of complications, including infection, too much bleeding, reaction to anesthesia, or accidental injury. There is almost always some pain with surgery.
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Surgery
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No Operation
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Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)
kidshealth.org — “For teens who are severely obese, losing weight can be a challenge. When diet and exercise aren't enough to help shed stubborn pounds, weight loss surgery may be an option.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)
kidshealth.org — “For teens who are severely obese, losing weight can be a challenge. When diet and exercise aren't enough to help shed stubborn pounds, weight loss surgery may be an option.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Plastic Surgery
kidshealth.org — “Lots of images may come to mind when you think of plastic surgery. This special type of surgery involves a person's appearance and ability to function.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Cosmetic surgery
health.yahoo.net — “With the success of reality TV plastic surgery programs, cosmetic surgery is more popular than ever. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the total number of cosmetic procedures performed annually has increased .” View full resource at health.yahoo.net
Most Recently Shared on December 10, 2010 at 3:20 pm By:
Robert T Grant MD Physician, Doctor, Surgeon, and Plastic Surgeon
Common plastic surgery myths busted: http://health.yahoo.net/sw/wl-plastic-surgery-fact-and-fiction
Surgery Music
healingmusicenterprises.com — “Surgery Music” View full resource at healingmusicenterprises.com
Most Recently Shared on April 16, 2010 at 5:36 pm By:
Dr. Alice H. Cash PhD and Doctor
Surgery Music: http://bit.ly/clFWK3 Music during surgery, for the patient, has powerful benefits that were not acknowledged until recently!
Ear Surgery
plasticsurgery.org — “Ear Surgery” View full resource at plasticsurgery.org
Most Recently Shared on April 5, 2011 at 2:44 pm By:
Fernando Burstein MD Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, ENT Doctor, Physician, and Doctor
Learn more about #EarSurgery, also known as #otoplasty: http://fb.me/TomZ84rk
Surgery 101
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Most Recently Shared on July 11, 2011 at 7:03 am By:
Chris Porter Surgeon, Physician, and Doctor
From the surgery 101 podcast series: Parotid http://bit.ly/p9GuXl @canadiansurgeon #thingsthatmakemedrool
Operation Breakthrough
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Operation Warm
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Main Line Health Healthcare System
Riddle Hospital is proud to spearhead Delaware County’s Operation Warm and provide new winter coats to children-in-need http://t.co/QqOv1zfE
Lasik Surgery
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TheLASIKDoc Doctor, Surgeon, Ophthalmologist, and Physician
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Operation By Robot
hearthealthyonline.com — “Robotically assisted surgery is one of the most recent innovations in heart surgery. It is considered minimally invasive because it reduces the extent of surgery and the trauma to the heart.” View full resource at hearthealthyonline.com
Most Recently Shared on April 13, 2010 at 3:04 am By:
Susan Scroggins Health Advocate and Active Health Library
Robotic surgery for cardiac patients. What types of cardiac surgery can be performed by robotically assisted means? http://bit.ly/aGQiAh
Eyelid Surgery
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Most Recently Shared on April 5, 2011 at 2:46 pm By:
John L LeRoy Jr MD Doctor, Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, and Physician
Are you considering #blepharoplasty (#eyelidSurgery)? Learn more about it: http://fb.me/K9X0jpyA
Ear Surgery
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