Surgery & Procedures

Also called “sentinel” events, a never event is described as any occurrence “in a healthcare setting resulting in death or serious physical or psychological injury to a patient or patients, not related to the natural course of the patient’s illness.”

A biopsy is also known as a human tissue test. Simply put, a sample of your body’s tissue will be taken for tests and close examination. Just the sound of that can be a bit alarming. Your doctor is going to remove living tissues from your body after all and that sounds like something really serious.

Spinal taps can make diagnoses that save lives, but they can have painful side effects. Watch out for these signs that you might be suffering from a post-dural headache.

Are you having a calcium scoring test? Here is what you need to know about why your doctor ordered it and what it will tell about your health.

Malignant hyperthermia is an uncommon skeletal muscle disorder affecting people undergoing general anesthesia during surgeries. This article covers its diagnosis, pathophysiology, and management.

I just had cataract surgery, I asked my doctor, "What is the most frequently asked question about cataract surgery?" He said, "Will I go blind"? Cataract surgery is commonly done to remove cataracts.

The recovery time for laparoscopic gallbladder surgery is about two weeks (or more, depending on the individual). Here's what to expect both during and after gallbladder surgery.

Are you wondering if you can eat a normal diet after gallbladder removal surgery? When can you start introducing normal foods? Dietary complications may vary from one person to the next, but there are foods that can help in the healing process.

Surgical repair of your shoulder, including your rotator cuff, labrum, bicep, and tendon, can be a scary proposition. Learn what to expect on the day of surgery and throughout your immediate recovery.

Surgery is typically performed for severe laryngomalacia when sleep apnea or growth failure is present. What to expect when your child has a supraglottoplasty or epiglottopexy.

Adult tonsillectomies are more common than you might think, but the recovery process is often tiring and somewhat painful. Avoid prolonging your recovery time with a few simple post-op care tips.

To experience boredom while recovering after a surgery or illness is very common and can even cause some people to feel depressed. These boredom-busting activities should help you keep your spirits up while making your recovery easier.

Want to donate plasma? In order to donate plasma, your hematocrit (Ht or HCT) or protein levels, needs to be at a certain minimum level. Here are some helpful hints that I’ve learned during my 5 years as a plasma donor.

My son suffered a herniated disc, which led to a microdiscectomy procedure. This is the story of his experience, including the recovery phase.

Stitches or sutures have been used to close wounds for thousands of years. Staples, tape, and adhesive are also used. Laser welding of wounds may be common one day.

The MRI procedure might be scary and upsetting for an anxious or claustrophobic person. This article offers information and coping methods for patients. It also provides helpful resource information.

These questions and answers about the lap band will be helpful for those wanting to have weight loss surgery. My experience was ultimately successful, but the struggles have been great.

Doctors may use a fecal transplant to add good bacteria to the large intestine. When performed safely, fecal transplantation may help specific intestinal problems.

Are you scared to have D&C? Entering the women's surgery center, I feared this common operation on the uterus. But this outpatient procedure has changed since your mother had it 20 years ago.

What can you eat after you've had your gallbladder removed? Learn what to eat and what to avoid post-cholecystectomy and beyond. Get your life back after gallbladder removal!

Read on to learn about the top reasons for colostomy surgery and what to expect after the procedure.

Most people are so nervous about their cataract operation they don't think much about what to expect after the procedure. Unfortunately, some surgeons don't provide adequate information, either.

Want to donate blood during a disaster, or just in general? Where can you donate blood? At your local blood donor center, of course! Read on for instructions.

Hip replacement is a routine surgery, and the techniques are well tested. But what should you expect after this routine surgery? Recovery can be very speedy, although there are a number of factors that will impact specific outcomes.