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What wear and tear injuries are treated by knee arthroscopic surgery?

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Asked by GaleEncyofSurgery

acute injuries that destabilize the knee, and pain management for floating or displaced cartilage and rough bone.

How does laser eye surgery work?

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watch "how its made laser eye surgery" on youtube.com

How do you know if you need knee surgery?

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Pain, discomfort, deformity, unstable knee and frequent locking of the knee will indicate the need for surgery

Is a knee revision a total knee replacement?

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Arthroscopic meniscus surgery is a minimally invasive procedure used to repair or remove damaged tissue in the knee joint. During the surgery, a small camera called an arthroscope is inserted through tiny incisions, allowing the surgeon to visualize and treat the problem without the need for a large incision.

This procedure is commonly used to treat meniscus tears, which can occur due to injury or degenerative conditions. The surgeon may either repair the torn meniscus using sutures or remove the damaged portion of the meniscus, depending on the type and severity of the tear.

Benefits of arthroscopic meniscus surgery include shorter recovery times, reduced post-operative pain, and lower risk of complications compared to traditional open surgery. Patients typically undergo physical therapy following the procedure to regain strength and range of motion in the knee.

While arthroscopic meniscus surgery is generally safe and effe

How long does it take to perform knee revision surgery?

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Asked by GaleEncyofSurgery

Most knee revision operations take about three hours to perform and are similar to knee replacement procedures.

What are the risks of the laparoscopic cholecystectomy procedure?

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The most serious complication that can occur during laparoscopy is laceration of a major abdominal blood vessel

What is the total cost of a knee replacement?

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The cost of total knee replacement varies depending on age, type of surgery, brand of replacement, and other factors. In the United States, an uninsured patient can expect to pay upwards of $45,000. In most other places in the world, the cost is far lower. Patients can take advantage of globalization and receive total knee replacement surgery for a low price in a number of destinations. The following is a chart of the estimated cost of knee replacement around the world:

Country Estimated Price (USD)

United States $45,000-$60,000

Singapore $18,000-$22,000

Thailand $12,000-$14,000

Taiwan $9,000-$10,000

India $7,000-$11,000

If you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you can have it done for nothing under the nationally funded medicare scheme.

How long would a shoulder replacement last?

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Recovery times vary based on the type of surgery that was done to the shoulder. Simple repairs done with Arthroscopy are done on an outpatient basis, and patients will spend 1 or 2 hours in the recovery room. More involved procedures like joint replacement can have patients spending 1 or 2 nights in a medical facility.

What is done in the first operation of an ileoanal anastomosis?

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Asked by GaleEncyofSurgery

In the first operation of an ileoanal anastomosis, the colon and rectum are typically removed, and the ileal pouch is created from the end of the small intestine. This pouch serves as a reservoir for stool storage before it is passed through the anus.

Did Helen Keller have eye surgery?

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In all the pictures of Helen Keller I've seen she's not where in sunglasses. If you read Helen Keller the Story of My Life.It might be helpful I'm reading it now and It's pretty interesting. Anyway, look up some pictures of her and you'll see she's not wearing sunglasses

Did Roald Dahl have surgery?

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There is no public record of Roald Dahl undergoing surgery. Dahl was known for his creativity as a writer, and his personal life did not extensively detail any major surgical procedures.

What is an illectomy?

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I couldn't find information on an "illectomy." It may be a misspelling or a term from a specific field that I am not familiar with. Can you provide more context or details so I can better assist you?

How can plastic surgery help patients with migraines?

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Plastic surgery can help some migraine patients by alleviating pressure on specific nerves or muscles thought to contribute to their headaches. Procedures such as nerve decompression or muscle release may be performed to relieve tension and reduce migraine frequency and severity. It is important to consult with a specialist to determine if plastic surgery is a suitable treatment option for your migraine condition.

What is the definition of Imbrication?

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Imbrication refers to the overlapping arrangement of objects or materials, often seen in fields like geology, botany, or architecture. It involves the layering or positioning of items in a way that they partially cover or interlock with each other, creating a seamless and cohesive appearance.

What is world record for heart catheterizations?

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The Guinness World Record for the most heart catheterizations performed in one minute is 9 and was achieved by Dr. Suresh S. Pujari (India) in Maharashtra, India on 27 June 2019.

Surgically created an artificial opening into the chest?

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This is known as a thoracostomy or thoracotomy, a surgical procedure to create an opening in the chest wall to access the lungs, heart, or other structures within the chest cavity. It may be performed for diagnostic purposes, to drain fluid or air from the chest, or to perform surgeries on the organs in the chest.

Procedure to visually examine the chest via small incisions and video equipment?

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This procedure is called video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS). It involves making small incisions in the chest and inserting a thoracoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera) to examine the chest cavity. The surgeon can then visualize the chest structures on a monitor and perform any necessary procedures, such as biopsies or removal of diseased tissue, through the same small incisions.

What is the tool used to open the chest cavity?

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A tool commonly used to open the chest cavity during surgery is a rib spreader. This device is designed to gently separate the ribs to provide access to the heart and lungs. It is important to use this tool carefully to avoid causing damage to the surrounding structures.

What is the medical term meaning surgical puncture of the spine?

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The medical term for surgical puncture of the spine is "lumbar puncture" or "spinal tap." This procedure involves inserting a needle into the spinal canal to collect cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.

What is the medical term meaning surgical repair of the breast?

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The medical term for surgical repair of the breast is "mastopexy." This surgery is commonly performed to lift and reshape the breasts for aesthetic purposes or after significant weight loss or pregnancy.

The difference between IHC and western blot?

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Immunohistochemistry (IHC) is a method used to visualize protein expression in tissue samples using antibodies and staining techniques, whereas western blot is a technique that detects and quantifies specific proteins in a sample using antibodies and gel electrophoresis. IHC is used to analyze protein expression in tissue samples, while western blot is used to analyze protein expression in cell or tissue lysates.

When a patient is seen by his surgeon for postoperative complications any services provided are?

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typically included in the global surgical package that the surgeon billed for the original surgery. Any postoperative care and follow-up services needed within the global period are generally not separately billable. This is to ensure that the surgeon is responsible for the patient's care during both the surgery and the immediate postoperative period.

What is another term for the chest cavity?

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Thoracic (chest) cavity is confined by the rib cage. Within there is the right and left pleural cavities (lungs) and the mediastium or pericardial cavity (heart). If something destroys the confinement of this area (blunt or sharp forced trauma) the result may be a pneumothorax or collapsed lung(s).

What is pyelolithotomy?

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Pyelolithotomy is a surgical procedure used to remove kidney stones from the renal pelvis. This procedure involves making an incision into the kidney to access and remove the stones. It is typically performed in cases where the stones are large or difficult to treat with less invasive methods.