Surgical procedures involve invading or cutting into body tissues. Before proceeding with any procedure, your physician or surgeon must explain all benefits, risks and possible side effects associated with surgery.…
Category: Surgery
What Type of Surgery Anesthesia Should You Choose?
There are two types of surgery anesthesia: local and general. During local anesthesia, a doctor numbs a small portion of your body. General anesthesia, on the other hand, numbs the…
Post-Operative Post-Surgery Bandage
The post-operative instructions provided by your doctor will include changing your bandage every day. Bandage changes are usually necessary until the sutures are removed, which can take 1-2 weeks. Expect…
Surgery Laparoscopy
The main difference between surgery laparoscopy and traditional abdominal surgery is the way the procedure is performed. Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure, and involves a small incision in…
Surgery to Remove Kidney Stones
Despite the many benefits of surgery to remove kidney stones, it is not always the best choice. Many factors need to be considered before undergoing any surgery, from the size…
Surgery Uterus Removal
The surgical procedure for removing the uterus involves a laparoscope, a thin, long instrument with a high-resolution camera and high intensity light. The surgeon inserts the laparoscope through several small…