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Ear tubes
Learn about the procedure for placing ear tubes used to treat middle ear problems.
Elbow replacement surgery
Elbow replacement surgery can be complicated because of the intricate nature of the joint. Learn about Mayo Clinic's approach.
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
This procedure can greatly and rapidly improve severe symptoms of depression, mania, catatonia or other mental health conditions.
Endoscopic mucosal resection
Endoscopic mucosal resection, a procedure to remove abnormal tissue from the lining of the digestive tract, is used for both diagnosis and treatment.
External beam radiation for prostate cancer
Learn about the risks and results of this procedure, which is used to deliver radiation therapy for prostate cancer.
Face transplant
Learn about this complex surgery that uses donor tissue to replace all or part of a person's face.
General anesthesia
This sleep-like state during surgery allows you to undergo major medical procedures without feeling pain.
Heart valve surgery
Learn more about surgery to treat heart valve disease, which involves repairing or replacing affected heart valves.
Hemodialysis
Learn about hemodialysis and the risks and benefits of this procedure to treat kidney failure.
Hormone therapy for prostate cancer
Find out what to expect during testosterone-blocking therapy. Learn about choices, including medicines and surgery.
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