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Should someone have a ct scan done if they have open surgical clips?
Surgical clips, open or not, are irrelevant to CT scanning. They may cause some artifacts in the images, but it's not a real problem.
Surgical clips used in tubal ligation surgery?
I am sure there are plenty of different kinds. I am a medical transcriptionist and the most common clips used at my hospital are Filshie clips. Hope that helps you!
Can surgical clips cause you pain?
yes, surgical clips should be removed. after further scan of area,
Is it normal for surgical clips to be left in after gallbladder removal surgery?
Surgical clips are necessary when getting your gallbladder removed. When your gallbladder is removed, it leaves an opening in your common bile duct. Normally this opening is where the liver pumps bile into for storage in the gallbladder. Since you no longer have a gallbladder, if this opening was not sealed with surgical clips, your liver would essentially be pumping bile into your abdomen.
What is postoperative splitting of surgical wound?
It's where the clips or sutures holding the wound together after the operation fail.
Is a surgical clip of the pelvis on ex-ray normal?
i had a laparoscopic low anterior resection in October 2010. I reasonably had and x-ray done and found out that there was 2 surgical clips projected overlying the pelvic inlet centrally. Could you tell me if this is normal to leave the clips in the body?
Why are surgical clips not removed after a hysterectomy?
They should be in the majority of cases. Not doing so may be malpractice of both the phsycian and nurse who should have counted the surgical implements before closing the patient.
How do men get a big groin?
It is genetic but there are surgical prosegers
Is it normal for a surgical clips to be left in after surgery?
Not always. A woman I know had so many gallstones that they had to cut into her liver (to remove the common bile duct), and they left two surgical clips (Titanium, so they won't rust) on her liver for support. She's had it there since 1988, with no problems.However, I think you should talk to your doctor about it if it bothers you. You should have been informed about them.
Can surgical clips used during gallbladder surgery break?
It is extremely rare for surgical clips used during gallbladder surgery to break. These clips are typically made from non-reactive materials like titanium and are designed to withstand the forces and conditions within the body. However, if a surgical clip were to break, it could potentially cause complications. It is important to discuss any concerns with your surgeon.
How big is the Nerf bandolier ammo kit?
The Bandolier Kit comes with two clips and a number of Clip System Darts, enough to fill both clips.
Can surgical clips that are left on the hemipelvis after surgery for hysterectomy oopherectomy and lymphendectomy because of endometrial cancer be causing hip pain six years later?
The clips used in surgery for hysterectomy and pelvic surgery is unlikely to be the cause of hip pain six years later.
