Articles in Home | Surgery Cosmetic Surgery (169) Gastric Bypass Surgery (15) Lasik Eye Surgery (97) Radiology (1) Title|Newest|Oldest Specific Weight Restrictions To Qualify For Lap Band Surgery  By : Lap Band surgery was once just a theory that was put into action and proved to be an effective method in implementing weight loss. The patients who undergo Lap Band surgery usually start losing weight rather quickly, but will certainly lose between 1 and 2 pounds a week, which can result in 50 to 100 pounds lost in the course of the year. The theory started out with the idea that a small band being placed at the top of the stomach to create a small pouch would be a great w... Bone-Holding Forceps: The Swiss Army Knife Of Surgical Instruments  By : High-quality care comes from using high-quality instruments, such as Bone-Holding Forceps, whose performance outshines ordinary surgical tools, without breaking your budget. If you’re looking to replace or add new tools to your hospital or office, our forceps are a welcomed addition because of their performance and price. With prices significantly lower than the suggested retail price, look to our forceps for excellence in their economical and surgical performance. Advanta... Anesthesia Forceps: A Vital Instrument In The O. R.  By : Anesthesia is a major role in most surgical procedures in modern day medical care. When performing anesthesia, chances are that surgeons or physicians will demand the use of reliable, sterile, and high performance tools and equipment that will aid in the process of administering anesthesia. These tools are not only necessary for a successful anesthesia, but they are a key player in the surgical procedure in general. Along with the required tools used to perform anesthesia are... Psychological Impact Of Lap Band Surgery  By : Obesity is a real medical condition that affects about a third of the population of U.S. adults. Obesity is very serious; a chronic disease that may increase your risk of developing other serious conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, and even some cancers. Another impact obesity has on your life --an impact that is often overlooked-- is a psychological impact. People suffering from obesity often deal with social anxiety, feelings of helplessness, and even depressi... What Is The Difference Between Lap-Band Surgery And Gastric Bypass?  By : In the last decade, a number of medical advancements have made the surgical treatment of obesity safer and less invasive. One of the most exciting developments in 1993 was the introduction of the LAP-BAND System, an inflatable ring implanted around the stomach that reduces one’s appetite and facilitates weight loss by eating less food. Although the LAP-BAND procedure is the most popular weight-loss surgery around the world, the most commonly performed in the United States is ... Healthy Eating After LAP-BAND Surgery  By : Your LAP-BAND surgery represents the first big step towards long-term weight loss but it’s not a magic bullet. You do need to be prepared to make healthy lifestyle changes for the best results. One important area is how you eat. Before you panic—this is not a diet! Living with the LAP-BAND means that you should feel full after small meals and making better food choices—without the feeling of deprivation and starvation. As you make the transition to your new lifestyle after LA... What To Look For In An Outpatient Bariatric Surgery Center  By : If you are trying to lose weight, there are many factors that can affect the completion of your goals. Specific diets, different exercise regimens and the ability to remain committed to lifestyle changes all play a role in your weight loss success. If you are considering LAP-BAND surgery as part of your personal weight loss solution, you should be aware that the LAP-BAND procedure is one of the only surgical options that can be performed in an outpatient surgery center. The p... What Is Laparoscopic Surgery, And What Do I Need To Know About It?  By : Also referred to as minimally invasive surgery or keyhole surgery, laparoscopic surgery is a modern surgical technique that is carried out using a video camera in combination with several very thin surgical instruments. The key element of laparoscopic surgery is the utilization of a telescopic rod lens system called the laparoscope, which is connected to a single-chip or a three-chip video camera. During laparoscopic surgery small incisions, about 0.5 – 1.5 cm in size are ... Stereotactic Radio Surgery Treatment  By : Avi Eshkol Stereo tactic Radio surgery treatment is a procedure that allows doctors to perform a surgical operation without the need to actually open up or cut into the skull, in fact there is no need to cut into skin. The gamma knife, created in 1968 was the first of its kind and made it possible to remove tumors by use of radioactive rays. It sends a direct ray of ionizing radiation, to the center of the tumor and allows it to be destroyed from inside of the tumor itself. The stereota... The Facts About Endometriosis Laparoscopy  By : Shelley Ross Though ultrasound can be used to help find signs of endometriosis, this is something that does not tell the true tale of what is going on in many women. Though ultrasound is a great tool for many things, it does have a disadvantage when it comes to diagnosing this condition. There are times when it just can’t pick up the nodules that often indicate that there is a problem. The next step after this type of diagnostics is to then use endometriosis laparoscopy surgery to get a b... Cystectomy Bladder Surgery  By : Sven Ullmann The surgical procedure to remove the bladder is known as a cystectomy and is usually performed as a result of cancer of the bladder. Eat Melons After Gastric Surgery  By : Elboydny Would you like to find out what those-in-the-know have to say about gastric-bypass ? The information in the article below comes straight from well-informed experts with special knowledge about gastric-bypass . Rhinoplasty Surgeries Reviewed In A Free 5 Part Report On Video And Email  By : Skype 1 More people than you could ever envisage are getting nose jobs You would be staggered at the vast number of people who are deciding on investing in nose jobs.If you were to compare this sort of operation to a similar one in days gone by the differences are extraordinary.At present the op is thought to be one of the safest surgeries to take place in an operating theater in the area of plastic surgery .You can find doctors who carry out these procedures in nearly every town in the United States. Chin Surgery  By : Mary Davis An imbalance in the facial area often results functional problems as well as cosmetic unease. The chin is one area that may seem imbalanced. This is most often genetically-determined, but may also be out of proportion as a result of an injury to the face or jaw. If the chin appears too large or too small, cosmetic surgery can alter the look. Cosmetic surgery offers patients a way to rebalance their chin to the rest of their face so they can feel better about their appearance,... How To Choose An Obesity Surgery Doctor  By : Giselle Davis, Sanoviv Deciding the type of Bariatric surgery to have and choosing amongst the many obesity doctors available, can be a daunting task. Bariatric surgery options include the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery, Laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery and the Laparoscopic adjustable gastric band, also known as the Lap Band. The latter surgery (Lap Band) has only just recently (since June of 2001) been approved to be performed here in the United States, and thus, not too many obesity doctors ... Common Complications Of Gastric Bypass And Gastric Banding Surgery  By : JL Good It’s natural to be concerned about the risks associated with gastric bypass and gastric banding surgery, since some complications associated with weight loss surgery can be fatal. A recent study by University of Washington researchers found the fatality rate from gastric bypass surgery can be as high as 5% for younger patients, and 50% or more for older patients. Less experienced surgeons and obesity clinics have the highest rates of complications. It makes sense to dis... The Various Types Of Corrective Eye Surgery  By : David James There are many types of corrective eye surgery available for people today. However, it’s important to determine which one is right for you? Your condition and the treatment your doctor advises will best help determine what route you should go. If you have been diagnosed with an eye condition that requires corrective steps you may want to read up on your options so you can make the best educated decision that is right for you. There are such treatments as Conductive Keratop... Hemorrhoid Surgery  By : Patricia Smith Hemorrhoids vary in severity from mild, moderate to severe hemorrhoids. If you suffer from severe hemorrhoids, surgery may be necessary to remove the blood vessels. This will alleviate potential future problems. By educating yourself about hemorrhoid surgery, you can decide if it may be right for you. In the course of hemorrhoid surgery, the rectum is adjusted to relieve pressure off the blood vessels in this area. The rectum is the end of the digestive system. When functi... Surgical Options For Ulcerative Colitis  By : Lisa E. Sousa People who are facing surgery for ulcerative colitis today have three different options. These surgery options include a Proctocolectomy with Ileostomy, a Restorative Proctocolectomy and a Koch Pouch. Ulcerative Colitis sufferers should consult their doctor, and do their research to decide which option is the best for them. A Proctocolectomy with Ileostomy is the oldest and the most known of all options. This surgery is also used in emergency situations. It is also used as... Is Lasik Surgery Covered By Insurance?  By : Peter Rankin Lasik surgery is an eye vision correction method that has been growing in popularity. Lasik surgery can greatly improve eyesight, eliminating the use of eye glasses or contact lenses. It’s a relatively fast surgery needing little recovery time and is easily accomplished with outpatient surgery. It is the cost of the surgery which is most daunting, it is expensive and most health care insurance policies will not cover it because it is a voluntary or elective procedure. Even... Varicocele Surgery Options  By : Bob Maloney There are three types of surgery and one so called “non surgical” procedure. The three surgeries all involve surgical ligation, i.e. surgery to tie off the faulty veins. I. Varicocelectomy (Conventional Open Surgery) In a conventional varicocelectomy the doctor makes a two or three inch incision below the groin area or in the abdomen. He goes in and ties off the offending veins. This procedure is performed on an outpatient basis (i.e. no overnight hospital stay) using g... Robotics In Medicine – Improving Procedures And Reducing Costs  By : Jules Andersen Find out how robotics is a rapidly expanding portion of medical treatments. Robotics in medicine is producing great results in many ways, especially in the area of surgery. The term robotics means the use of a robot to perform various functions. A robot has movable physical structure, a power source, a sensor system, and a computerized “brain” to control activities. Surgeons of the future will use robotics to perform surgical tasks. Robotics still requires the expertise... A Brief History Of Hip Replacement Surgery  By : Scott Michaels Hip replacement is a medical procedure in which the hip joint is replaced by a synthetic implant. It is the most successful, cheapest and safest form of joint replacement surgery. The earliest recorded attempts at hip replacement, which were carried out in Germany, used ivory to replace the femoral head. Use of artificial hips became more widespread in the 1930s; the artificial joints were made of steel or chrome. They were considered to be better than arthritis but had a nu... Hip Replacement Surgery Has Come A Very Long Way  By : Bill Johnson Do you ever feel like you know just enough about Hip Replacements to be knowledgeable? Let's see if we can fill in some of the gaps with the latest info on Hip Replacement Surgery. Not to long ago my mother had a hip replacement surgery done at the hospital in our home town. As you can imagine it was a very difficult time for her and the family. The cost of a hip replacement surgery is not just a money thing, although there are some financial costs involved. The real co... Keeping The Operating Patient Safe By Accounting For All Items Used During Surgery  By : Mark Winchester Most surgical patients don’t know that before their operation begins, a laborious process called an instrument count is down. This procedure includes counting each piece of sterile equipment that will be used during the procedure. The count must be done by a registered nurse and the sterile nurse or scrub nurse. (In some jurisdictions, a scrub nurse can be unlicensed personnel called a scrub technician.) As each tray of instruments is opened unto the sterile field, the two... Staffing Needs In The Operating Room  By : Jackie Kent Anticipation of appropriate staffing levels in the operating room is key to the safe, effective and efficient utilization of the operating room. Hospital policy and legal standards set by the governing committees provide the minimum guidelines for staffing. For our model, we will use a six room operating room in a community hospital with a moderately busy, Trauma Level II emergency room. In most jurisdictions in the United States, a Registered nurse must be present during ... Patient Advocacy  By : Michelle Winters Every healthcare provider, from the blue color worker whose primary responsibility is the maintenance of operating room suite furnishings, to the cardiac surgeon performing high risk, complicated and life saving surgery, should be a patient advocate. What exactly is patient advocacy? The moment a patient makes a decision to trust their life, health and wellbeing to another person, that person takes on an advocates’ responsibility to protect the rights of the patient. Wh... Two Things You Should Know Before You Have Surgery  By : Kelly LaRose There’s not much that is scarier or more confusing than having your doctor tell you need surgery. You might have gone to see the doctor because you were having some pain in your belly. He ordered a test called an ultra sound of the abdomen. You went to the radiology department and a technician rubbed a wand like instrument over your mid section which revealed that you have stones in your gall bladder. Is this an emergency? It could develop into one over the course of time.... Use Of Video Equipment In The Operating Room  By : Joshua Miller With the increased use of laparoscopic, endoscopic, arthroscopic and thoroscopic surgery, it was just a matter of time before the use of a video monitor would be introduced into the surgical suite. Prior to that time, the eye piece of the lens was literally held up to the surgeon’s eye. Not only did this promote unsterile conditions, it made it impossible for the assistants around the table to anticipate the needs of the surgeon or to see what was going on. The surgeon used o... What Should We Do After Bariatric Surgery?  By : Tina Greatly After your bariatric surgery you will be on a very limited diet. Your diet may only include broth, water, jello and other clear liquids for what can seem like a long time. Sometimes it can take up to two weeks before you are able to handle liquids such as shakes, or instant breakfast drinks. This probably due to the major changes that have been made to your digestive tract. As your stomach and intestinal systems are healing from the surgery you won’t be very hungry and you... Lap-Band Surgery Is A Promising Treatment For Obesity  By : Rick Hendershot Even with the tremendous emphasis on diet, fitness, and nutrition in our society, the problem of obesity is increasing throughout the western world. According to most experts, the cause of obesity is quite simple. A person gains weight when he or she consumes more calories than they burn. This involves both diet and level of physical activity, because it is primarily physical activity that burns off calories that are taken in through food. Recent statistics for various ... What Is Cataract Sugery And How Does It Work?  By : Gray Rollins Cataract surgery involves the surgical removal of the lens of an eye that has formed a cataract. Cataract extraction is the one of the most common eye surgeries performed and is widely regarded as being one of the safest procedures in the medical community. A cataract occurs when the crystalline lens of the eye becomes cloudy or opaque as a result of age, illness, or trauma. This cloudiness can interfere with the eye’s natural ability to direct light and focus an image on the... How Much Does Laser Eye Surgery Typically Cost?  By : Gray Rollins The cost of laser eye surgery can vary greatly depending on the type of surgery to be performed, the patient’s prescription, the equipment used, and the doctor or surgical provider in question. There are also notable regional differences in the cost of laser eye surgery, with some parts of the United States charging higher fees than other regions of the country. Nonetheless, there are several trends in the cost of laser eye surgery that appear to be consistent regardless of t... Tips If You're Considering Laser Eye Surgery  By : Gray Rollins Each eye surgery and each patient is unique. In spite of this, there are a number of universal tips that can help patients better prepare for eye surgery and speed their recovery time. First and foremost,  Take the extra time you need to find a reputable surgeon with extensive experience in your type of surgery. o Finding the right doctor is the critical first step in the surgery process. Your eye surgery will only be successful if it is performed by a qualified ... How Does Knee Surgery Work?  By : Gray Rollins The most common reasons for knee surgery are arthritis and injury. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that slowly wears away cartilage. Rheumatoid arthritis is inflammation of the knee, causing damage to the cartilage. Arthritis can develop in people of all ages but is more commonly found in the older segment of the population. Injury can occur following a blow to the knee and is commonly a result of sports related injuries. This type of injury is often found in younger...

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