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What aftercare do patients receive after esophageal resection?
A chest tube inserted during surgery will be checked for drainage and removed when the drainage stops. A nasogastric (nose to stomach) tube, also placed during surgery, will be used to drain stomach secretions.
Where is the lower esophageal sphincter?
at the junction of the esophagus and stomachlower-esophageal-sphincter
What does joint resection do with ligaments?
Joint resection involves the removal of a portion of a joint to treat conditions such as arthritis or injury. Ligaments are not typically directly affected by joint resection, as ligaments connect bone to bone and stabilize the joint. However, changes to the joint structure after resection may impact ligament function and joint stability.
Are esophageal nodules common?
Esophageal nodules are not common. They may be caused by various conditions such as inflammation, infection, or injury to the esophagus. If you are experiencing symptoms related to esophageal nodules, it is important to seek medical advice for proper evaluation and treatment.
What characteristics does an abnormal esophageal function test have?
there are many diseases that cause poor relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. When no cause is found, the disease is called achalasia. Abnormal results of pH tests can confirm symptoms.
What considerations determine surgical techniques and approaches of esophageal resection?
how much or which part of the esophagus needs to be removed; whether or not part of the stomach will be removed; the patient's overall condition; and the surgeon's preference
What aftercare do patients receive after esophageal resection?
A chest tube inserted during surgery will be checked for drainage and removed when the drainage stops. A nasogastric (nose to stomach) tube, also placed during surgery, will be used to drain stomach secretions.
What procedure is involved in a minimum-access laparoscopic esophageal resection?
The abdomen will be inflated with gas to enlarge the abdominal cavity and give the surgeon a better view of the procedure. First, the camera-tipped laparoscope will be inserted through one small incision,
What is the Prefix for Esophageal?
The prefix for esophageal is "esophag-".
What is the medical definition for esophageal?
Esophageal means pertaining to the esophagus.
What is the singular form for esophageal?
Esophageal (oesophageal) is an adjective and so does not have singular and plural forms.
What is a bowel resection?
A bowel resection is a surgical procedure in which a part of the large or small intestine is removed
What is the difference between resection and intersection in surveying?
different between intersection and resection
What is the ICD-9 code for esophageal obstruction?
530.3 - esophageal obstruction
What is the name of the opening where the esophagus pass through the diaphragm?
The opening where the esophagus passes through the diaphragm is called the esophageal hiatus or esophageal opening in the diaphragm.
What is TUR?
Transurethral resection
What is ICD-9 code for small bowel resection?
what will the ICD-9 code for surgical small bowel resection
