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Radiation therapy
Radiation therapy is a common means of treating many types of cancer. Find out what to expect during your radiation therapy treatment.
Virtual colonoscopy
Unlike other colon cancer screening tests, this imaging test doesn't use a scope to examine your colon. Learn how it works and what to expect.
Breast augmentation
Find out about surgery to increase breast size, as well as the risks, benefits, possible complications and follow-up care.
Bone scan
This diagnostic test can be used to check for cancer that has spread to the bones, skeletal pain that can't be explained, bone infection or a bone injury.
Jaw surgery
Jaw surgery corrects irregularities of the jaw bones and realigns the jaws and teeth to improve the way they work and it often improves appearance.
Ear tubes
Learn about the procedure for placing ear tubes used to treat middle ear problems.
Lumpectomy
Learn what to expect from this breast-conserving surgical procedure.
Needle biopsy
Common needle biopsy procedures include fine-needle aspiration and core needle biopsy.
Diskectomy
This surgical procedure removes the damaged portion of a herniated disk in the spine. It's most effective for pain radiating down the arms or legs.
Breast reduction surgery
Find out more about this surgery to remove fat, breast tissue and skin from the breasts.
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