Abdomen
... endoscopic gastr ostomy (PEG): A surgical
procedure for placing a feeding tube without having to ... genetic disorders among babies, ... Surgical
procedure to de liver a baby through an incision in the ... on the right side or at the time of surgical
procedure where the abdomen is ... poodle; pookoo; ...
Abortion
... abortion . ABORTION AS AN EXPANDED PRACTICE
procedure Surgical abortion is a skill not included in ... place between 8 and 12 weeks of gestation . The
procedure consists of dilating the cervix and removing ... ; ... (August 29) No Evidence that Cerclage
procedure is Effective in Preventing Preterm Birth ...
Ambulatory
... Also known as Holter monitor ing, this
procedure records your heart rhythms for an entire ... An alternative to tubal ligation , the Essure
procedure is a nonincisional method for permanent birth ... to return home on the same day that a surgical
procedure is performed. Outpatient surgery is also ...
Amniocentesis
... Definition: Amniocentesis is a diagnostic
procedure performed by inserting a hollow needle through ... Amniocentesis Definition Amniocentesis is a
procedure used to diagnose fetal defects in the early ... of pregnancy . An amniocentesis is a
procedure used to obtain a small sample of the amniotic ...
Anastomosis
... re anastomosis (ree-an-as-tah-MOE-sis) is a
procedure to reconnect the fallopian tube s following a ... anastomosis (an-AS-ta-MO-sis) A
procedure to connect healthy sections of tubular structures ... by the joining of the two adjacent ends, a
procedure referred to as end-to-end anastomosis . ...
Angioplasty
... What is angioplasty ? Angioplasty is a
procedure in which your health care provider inserts a ... coronary intervention (PCI). Angioplasty is a
procedure in which a narrowed section of the coronary ... or clogged? Angioplasty is a medical
procedure in which a balloon is used to open narrowed or ...
Anoscopy
... for anal cancer include: Anoscopy . A
procedure that involves use of a special device to examine the anus . Proctoscopy. A
procedure that involves use of a lighted scope to see the ... the insertion of the anoscope. You may have a
procedure called an anoscopy to confirm the diagnosis . ...
Artery
... one eye . Carotid artery stent ing is a
procedure that can be used to open narrowed carotid arteries. This
procedure is much like coronary angioplasty , which is ... vein ... uterine artery embolization (UAE)
procedure A possible alternative to hysterectomy and ...
Arthroscopy
... joint , specifically, the inside structures. The
procedure is performed by inserting a specifically designed ... expect afterward. Arthroscopy is a surgical
procedure that allows your doctor to look at the inside of ... arthroscopy ? Knee arthroscopy is a surgical
procedure in which the doctor examines your knee with an ...
Aspiration
... & Images ... BURSA ASPIRATION - A
procedure whereby a needle is inserted into a bursa for ... What is arthrocentesis? Arthrocentesis is a
procedure for removing fluid from a joint . Bone ... doesn't really remove them. Aspiration A
procedure in which pus or other fluid is removed from a ...
Barium enema
... . BARIUM ENEMA - A radiographic diagnostic
procedure that involves the introduction of a barium ... or other problems. barium enema A
procedure in which a liquid with barium in it is put into ... disease and polyp s. This article explains the
procedure and what preparation is required. Colon ...
Biopsy
... from HONselect: Biopsy Biopsy A diagnostic
procedure in which a small piece of tissue is surgically ... biopsy Definition Lung biopsy is a medical
procedure performed to obtain a small piece of lung tissue ... best course of treatment . A biopsy is a
procedure in which a doctor removes a small amount of ...
Bone marrow
... . BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT - A surgical
procedure which replaces malignant or cancer ous bone ... removed during a bone marrow aspiration . The
procedure is uncomfortable, but can be tolerated by both ... blood cells. Bone marrow transplant A
procedure in which a quantity of bone marrow is extracted ...
Bone marrow biopsy
... bone marrow biopsy and/or aspiration - a
procedure that involves taking a small amount of bone ... abnormal cells ... Bone marrow biopsy A
procedure in which cellular material is removed from the ... . Bone marrow biopsy and aspiration The
procedure by which a needle is inserted into a bone to ...
Bone marrow transplant
... BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT - A surgical
procedure which replaces malignant or cancer ous bone ... to treat some patients with myelofibrosis. This
procedure may be performed on patients who are less than 50 ... -type similarities. Bone marrow transplant A
procedure in which a quantity of bone marrow is extracted ...
Bronchoscopy
... bronchoscope. Flexible bronchoscopy is a
procedure involving visualization of the inside of a ... if a chest X-ray or other diagnostic
procedure suggests a lung disease that requires an ... a candida te for the test? Bronchoscopy : A
procedure to look inside the trachea and large airway s ...
Cardiac catheterization
... . Cardiac catheterization is a specialized
procedure in which a long, flexible tube ( catheter ) is ... the Test Feel? Cardiac catheterization is a
procedure in which surgeons insert a small tube ( catheter ... are measured. Cardiac catheterization A
procedure in which dye is injected through a tube or ...
Carotid
... Carotid duplex Definition: Carotid duplex is a
procedure that uses ultrasound to look for plaques, ... and eyes . Carotid artery stent ing is a
procedure that can be used to open narrowed carotid arteries. This
procedure is much like coronary angioplasty , which is ...
Catheter
... bladder . Catheter ization refers to any
procedure in which a long, thin, flexible plastic tube ( ... Cardiac catheter ization is a specialized
procedure in which a long, flexible tube ( catheter ) is ... formation. Cardiac catheter ization is a
procedure in which surgeons insert a small tube ( catheter ...
Chemotherapy
... Bladder Chemotherapy Instillation? Is this
procedure painful and how long will it take? NAUSEA ... of basal cell carcinoma of the skin ;
procedure combines chemo therapeutic agent, bleomycin ... an impacted tooth irritation from a dental
procedure irritation from orthodontic appliances ... ...
Circumcision
... Circumcision is a surgical
procedure to remove the skin covering the end of the ... In the U.S. Circumcision is a surgical
procedure that involves removing the skin ( foreskin ) ... This article looks at the pros and cons of the
procedure and how it is carried out. Circumcision ...
Colonoscopy
... ... A colonoscopy (co-lun-OS-co-pee) is a
procedure that lets your doctor inspect the inside of your ... and constipation . This article explains the
procedure and how it is performed. Colonoscopy ... they can become cancer . Colonoscopy : A
procedure to look inside the rectum and colon for ...
Colon
... ... A colon oscopy (co-lun-OS-co-pee) is a
procedure that lets your doctor inspect the inside of your ... and constipation . This article explains the
procedure and how it is performed. Colon oscopy ... Women ... colon oscopy Colon oscopy is a
procedure that allows the physician to view the entire ...
Colostomy
... Colostomy Definition: Colostomy is a surgical
procedure that brings the end of the large intenstine ... the bowel s. colostrum ... Colostomy A
procedure performed when a large quantity of intestine is ... of the body for waste to pass through. This
procedure is called a colostomy . Colostomy ...
Cone
... dioxide laser or loop electro surgical excision
procedure (LEEP). A healthy liver is cone -shaped, ... of a cone -shaped piece of the cervix . This
procedure is also called conization of the cervix . It ... tissue Loop electro surgical excision
procedure (LEEP), in which low-voltage, high-frequency ...
Corneal transplant
... CORNEAL TRANSPLANT - A surgical
procedure to replace a damaged cornea with a healthy one ... each year in the United States, where the
procedure has a very high success rate. What It's Used For ... The combined
procedure has been used since the late 1970s and employs ...
Coronary angiography
... Definition: Coronary angiography is a
procedure in which a contrast material that can be seen ... the procedure. Coronary angiography is a
procedure in which a contrast material that can be seen ... to identify areas that have become narrow. This
procedure is called coronary angiography . ...
CT
... in the past. CT, or computed tomography, is a
procedure that uses x-ray equipment to take detailed, ... slides into a tunnel. CT scan (CAT scan): A
procedure that makes a series of detailed pictures of areas ... TOMOGRAPHY (CT) SCAN - A specialized x-ray
procedure utilizing multi ple radiographic films of the ...
CT scan
... to prepare for one. CT scan is a noninvasive
procedure and is usually performed on an outpatient basis ... of radiation used in a CT scan is low, and the
procedure is considered to be safe. CT scans are also ... they were in the past. CT scan (CAT scan): A
procedure that makes a series of detailed pictures of areas ...
Cystoscopy
... Cystoscopy Definition: Cystoscopy is a
procedure that enables your health care provider to view ... urine ( hematuria ) ... Cystoscopy is a
procedure that allows doctors to look inside the bladder ... Cystoscopy What is a cystoscopy ? This
procedure allows your health care provider to examine your ...
Dissect
... dissect ion (limf node dis-EK-shun) A surgical
procedure in which lymph node s are removed and examined ... - carotid artery disease * ... This
procedure dates back to the Roman era when few human ... of aortic enlargement or dissect ion. One
procedure that is commonly used to examine lymph node s is ...
Endoscopic
... ( ERCP ) is an endoscopic
procedure used to identify the presence of stones, tumor ... ultrasound ... EUS. A
procedure in which an endoscope (a thin, lighted tube) is ... ( endoscopic laser foraminoplasty) Endoscopic
procedure utilizing laser energy to create a small opening ...
Endometrial biopsy
... ENDOMETRIAL BIOPSY - A
procedure by which a sample is taken of the endometrial ... means of evaluating the uterine endometrium. The
procedure is usually associated with minimal discomfort and ... biopsy Definition: Endometrial biopsy is a
procedure in which a tissue sample is obtained from the ...
Endoscopy
... What is mediastinoscopy? Mediastinoscopy is a
procedure in which your health care provider takes a sample ... Endoscopy Unit Flexible bronchoscopy is a
procedure involving visualization of the inside of a ... the body. endostatin ... Upper endoscopy : A
procedure to look inside the esophagus , stomach , and ...
Enema
... . BARIUM ENEMA - A radiographic diagnostic
procedure that involves the introduction of a barium ... - Source:MedicineNet ... barium enema A
procedure in which a liquid with barium in it is put into ... disease and polyp s. This article explains the
procedure and what preparation is required. end product; ...
ERCP
... ( ERCP ) is an endoscopic
procedure used to identify the presence of stones, tumor ... retrograde cholangiopancreatography): A
procedure used to x-ray the ducts (tubes) that carry ... remove them through the tube. ERCP . A
procedure to x-ray the pancreatic duct , hepatic duct ...
Gallstone
... cholangiopancreatography) is a diagnostic
procedure done to look for disease s of the liver , bile ... gallstone removal is the medical
procedure that rids the gallbladder of calculus ... a stone, such as a gallstone . lithotripsy A
procedure to break up kidney stones into smaller pieces ...
Gastric
... gastric cancer . Gastric suction is a
procedure to empty the contents of the stomach , usually ... Naso gastric tube ... GASTRIC LAVAGE - A
procedure used to empty the stomach of its contents. ... in the United States, it combines a Roux-en-Y
procedure with some form of stomach reduction. ...
Heart
... resonance im aging ( MRI ) is a non- invasive
procedure that uses powerful magnets and radio waves to ... radiation ( X-ray s). HEART BIOPSY - A
procedure which involves the removal of a small specimen ... reserved for those who will die without it. The
procedure is expensive and risky, demanding that an ...
Hysterectomy
... need a hysterectomy , what's involved in the
procedure and what your alternatives might be. ... Endocrine Disorders ... Hysterectomy . This
procedure to remove the uterus can, in some cases, be ... in women, and the most common reason for this
procedure is fibroid tumor s. After a hysterectomy the ...