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What is Moyamoya Syndrome?
It is a disease of the arteries of the brain.... That requires surgery..... It is extremely rare.....
What patients with pancreatic chances are the best candidates for surgery?
Patients who are considered suitable for surgery usually have small tumors in the head of the pancreas, have jaundice as their initial symptom, and have no evidence of metastatic disease.
Which patients might benefit from knee revision surgery?
In most cases, increasing pain, stiffness, and loss of mobility in the knee joint are early indications that the patient may benefit from revision surgery.
Why are young-onset PD patients more likely to be surgery candidates than older-onset patients?
Because young-onset patients live with their disease for so many more years, they are more likely to become candidates for surgery than older-onset patients.
Is weight loss surgery safe to have?
Most weight loss surgery is considered to be generally safe because it helps to decrease the risk of diabetes and heart disease; however, there is a risk of severe complications during and after surgery similar to other major operations. Patients at higher risk for complications during or after surgery are extremely obese patients, patients with a history of blood clots, patients that have difficulties with everyday activities, and patients with Sleep apnea.
Why do some older PD patients opt against surgery?
Many more develop the symptoms for which surgery may be effective, but either develop them at an advanced age, making surgery inadvisable, or decide the risks of surgery are not worth the potential benefit.
How healthy do liposuction patients need to be?
Patients should be in good general health and free of heart or lung disease. Patients with poor circulation or who have had recent surgery at the intended site of fat reduction are not good candidates.
Can Post cerebral artery be involved in Moyamoya?
From what I just read about Moya-Moya disease surgery, it sounds as though the middle cerebral artery is often bypassed with the temporal artery to give better blood flow. This procedure is well known at Stanford University in California.
How do patients with increasing CEA levels and colorectal cancer fare from further surgery?
For example, only a small percentage of patients with colorectal cancers and rising CEA levels will benefit from another surgical exploration.
What is the prognosis for a patient with gastrinoma?
A NIH study of patients who had surgical removal of gastrinomas found that 42% were disease-free one year after surgery and 35% were disease-free at five years.
Is cataract surgery safe for retinitis pigmentosa patients?
Cataract surgery can be safe for patients with retinitis pigmentosa, but individual outcomes may vary. While many patients experience improved vision post-surgery, the underlying retinal condition may limit the overall visual benefit. It’s essential for patients to discuss their specific situation with an ophthalmologist who can evaluate their eye health and potential risks. Overall, careful assessment and tailored management can lead to positive results for those with retinitis pigmentosa undergoing cataract surgery.
Is minimally invasive heart surgery performed on?
Patients under the age of 70, but not limited by age, with a history of coronary artery disease can be evaluated for this procedure. High risk patients with advanced age, at risk
