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Mastectomy
Learn about this operation to remove the breast tissue from one or both breasts. Find out about risks, results and what you can expect.
Breast biopsy
Learn about this test that's used to diagnose breast cancer, including why it's done, risks and what to expect.
Bone marrow transplant
Learn about this procedure that replaces unhealthy bone marrow with stem cells. Your own cells, donor cells or cells from umbilical cord blood may be used.
Circumcision (male)
Learn about the benefits and risks of surgery to remove the skin that covers the tip of the penis.
C-section
Learn the reasons this surgical procedure to deliver a baby is done, the risks and tips for recovery.
Medical abortion
Learn what to expect when medicine is used to end a pregnancy, including side effects, risks and possible complications.
Morning-after pill
This type of emergency birth control can help prevent a pregnancy after sex if protection wasn't used or didn't work.
Pap smear
A Pap smear, also called a Pap test, is used for cervical cancer screening. Learn how it's done and what the results might mean.
Abdominal hysterectomy
Learn why surgery to remove the uterus, known as a hysterectomy, might be done and what to expect if you need this surgery.
Robotic myomectomy
Learn about this minimally invasive procedure to remove uterine fibroids that may reduce pain, blood loss and recovery time.
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