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Ulcer surgery is used to relieve a present peptic ulcer disease and to prevent recurrence of it.
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Can a vagotomy treat an ulcer?
It is an appropriate surgery when there are ulcer complications, such as obstruction of digestive flow, bleeding, or perforation.
What former first lady performed surgery for a perforated ulcer?
Laura Bush had this surgery performed
What was discovered about Mr Vossen when he went in for ulcer surgery?
He had Cancer.
Can you drink beer 1 week after having laser surgery on a bleeding ulcer?
No. May cause ulcer to re-bleed.
What day did chris rock's dad die?
Julius rock died of ulcer surgery
What has the author Ladislav Langer written?
Ladislav Langer has written: 'Vagotomy and antropylorectomy in the surgical treatment of peptic ulcer' -- subject(s): Peptic ulcer, Surgery, Vagotomy
How did chris rocks father die?
Chris Rock's father, Julius died in 1988 after ulcer surgery.
What has the author Michael Zinner written?
Michael Zinner has written: 'Atlas of gastric surgery' -- subject(s): Atlases, Gastrointestinal Diseases, Peptic ulcer, Stomach, Surgery
Is it all right to smoke marijuana after having surgery for a perforated duodenal ulcer?
It would probably be a smart idea not to.
What kind of doctor that perform a surgery on stomach?
Gastroenterologists - I had one for my ulcer
What is the treatment for a bleeding ulcer in a dog?
There are two options depending upon how severe the ulcer appears to be. If it is mild to moderate, the veterinarian may choose medical therapy, which consists of a short-term course of acid-reducing medication and antibiotics to clear out the bacteria causing the ulcers. If the ulcer is moderate to severe, the veterinarian may recommend emergency surgery to repair the hole in the stomach (if it has perforated), then add the medical treatment on top of surgery.
What risks are involved with gastrectomy for peptic ulcers?
Surgery for peptic ulcer is effective, but it may result in a variety of postoperative complications. Following gastrectomy surgery, as many as 30% of patients have significant symptoms.
