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Surgery and Hospitalization
Ask questions here about surgical procedures, minor and major, and the hospital stays that follow.
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What is the tool used to open the chest cavity?
After the initial incision, the surgeon needs to get through the bony areas. He can use a Sternal Saw (breastbone) or Rib Shears. Afterwards he will need to have Sternal or Rib Retractors to hold the area open.
What is the medical term meaning surgical puncture of the spine?
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?
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?
Western blotting is a quantitative technique which estimates the size & quantity of a protein, whereas ihc is a qualitative test which can be used to check the presence & location of a particular protein in given cell sample
When a patient is seen by his surgeon for postoperative complications any services provided are?
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?
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).
Pyelolithotomy is a surgical procedure to make an incision through the side and back to get to and open the kidney to remove a calculus from inside the kidney. A calculus is also sometimes called a "stone", this would be surgery to open the kidney to remove a kidney stone that is too large to pass through the urinary system and can not be treated with lithotripsy (a non-surgical method, often ultrasonic, to break the stone into tiny, even sand-like, pieces so the pieces can be passed through the urinary system), or that can not be treated with other less-invasive surgical procedures.
Open procedures like pyelolithotomy or pyelolithectomy used to be the only way to treat large kidney stones that wouldn't pass, and they are major surgeries with extremely long recovery times. They are rarely done today with the other options now available through advanced medical technology.
Etymology
Pyelolithotomy:
pyelo = kidney
lith = calculus, stone
otomy = to cut into, to cut open
Pyelolithectomy (an older term used less often) :
ectomy = cutting out something, or cutting open and removing something
What is the medical term meaning surgical incision into a bone?
An osteotomy is a surgical operation whereby a bone is cut to shorten, lengthen, or change its alignment. It is sometimes performed to correct a hallux valgus, or to straighten a bone that has healed crookedly following a fracture. It is also used to correct a coxa vara, genu valgum, and genu varum. The operation is done under a general anaesthetic.
Osteotomy is one method to relieve pain in arthritis, especially of the hip and knee. It is being replaced by joint replacement in the older patient.
Due to the serious nature of this procedure, recovery may be extensive. Careful consultation with a physician is important in order to ensure proper planning during a recovery phase. Tools exist to assist recovering patients who may have non weight bearing requirements and include bedpans, dressing sticks, long-handled shoe-horns, grabbers/reachers and specialized walkers and
A plain gut suture is a type of surgical suture made from collagen derived from the submucosa of the small intestine of sheep or cattle. It is absorbable, meaning it will break down in the body over time, so it does not need to be removed after a certain period. Plain gut sutures are commonly used for soft tissue approximation in surgeries.
Healing is an interesting concept.
I define it as 'coming to terms with an issue', as 'making good' of what isn't and as 'mending' towards well-being, which often embraces also curing the physical body.
Healing is holistic and works on all levels: mental, emotional, physical and spiritual.
For more complete info, see http://www.therapeuticreiki.com and in particular, http://www.therapeuticreiki.com/blog , which has a number of articles on both what healing is and healing myths.
A. Lee
Reiki Master
Healing Energy Practitioner
If by healing you mean the active process by which wholeness is attained, then other words for healing could be: balancing, aligning, harmonizing and restoring.
George Nicol
What is the age of the oldest living person to have surgery?
The age of the oldest living person to have surgery varies, but generally speaking, individuals in their 90s have successfully undergone surgeries. Medical advancements continue to improve surgical outcomes for older adults, allowing them to benefit from necessary procedures to improve their quality of life.
His foot. He had an infection with puss.
Most likely caused by Frostbite.
How painful is orthopedic surgery?
In general, during surgery, a patient is anesthetized, so no pain is felt during the surgery. After the surgery, however, pain can occur in the region of the body that was operated on. After the surgery, one's doctors and nurses will often prescribe medication to help control the pain until it has passed.
How Shoulder Replacement Surgery Is Done?
Shoulder joint replacement is very successful in relieving any type of shoulder joint pain. This surgery can correct any form of painful shoulder condition and associated shoulder arthritis type. This surgery is considered a final treatment plan, when all forms of lifestyle change and medications fail to cure pain.
Painful shoulder arthritis means the removal of smooth cartilage surfaces of the shoulder.
Is torn meniscus surgery painful?
I had my meniscus removed when I tore it and the surgery was not bad at all. I was back on my feet the same day. Hope all is well good luck and don't worry about a thing!!
What are some nonsurgical alternatives to hip revision surgery?
The most common conservative alternatives to hip replacement surgery are assistive devices (canes or walkers) to reduce stress on the affected hip; exercise regimens to maintain joint flexibility;
What is telecalling and what are the duties of telecaller?
Telecalling is the process of making and receiving phone calls for work. Telecallers, or telemarketers, use specialized tools like telecalling software to enhance their performance.
These duties include selling products and services, assisting customers, meeting goals, and maintaining professionalism.
Is there a difference in back surgery and spine surgery?
yes their is. spine surgery is only your spine. back surgery is when you opperate on spine, ribs,and mucsels.
Is total knee arthroplasty and knee replacement the same?
Total knee replacement is a type of total joint arthroplasty. Total joint arthroplasty could refer to any joint replacement.
What is the cost and benefits of Hip Replacement Surgery?
If you have ever heard of medical tourism you know there are many options of traveling to different country and have specific treatment for less money but same quality as in your home country.
The cost and benefits of hip replacement surgery are many. For example if you want/would like to travel to Mexico for hip replacement surgery, you would be operated by the surgeons that has the same education as ones in U.S. as they went to United States for additional education. So, about quality of work - same or better as in America. This video can elaborate more about hip replacement in Mexico, cost and benefits of orthopedic surgery abroad.
Also, India is one of the top places medical travelers choose to go for various orthopedic treatments. It might seem too far to travel, but if you compare costs, benefits, aftercare and having the opportunity to travel for a holiday as well, you will make good life decision.
So, no matter where you choose to go abroad for medical tourism and hip replacement surgery, make sure you have done your homework and choose the best for you.
I presume you mean hernia Surgery? There are different types of hernia and repair usually consists of suturing the defect or covering it with a mesh patch. The operations are done either as Open surgery or Minimal invasive Laparoscopic surgery. Various mesh plugs are also available for repair and depends upon the personal choice of the operator
What is the most common surgery used instead of knee revision surgery?
Arthroscopy is the most common surgical alternative to knee revision surgery.
Is surgery for arthritic fingers considered cosmetic?
It is unlikely to be considered as cosmetic surgery
