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Mammogram
Learn what to expect during a breast X-ray exam. Find out about the benefits of mammograms for breast cancer screening, as well as potential risks.
Lung volume reduction surgery
Lung volume reduction surgery helps some people with severe emphysema breathe easier. Diseased lung tissue is removed so the remaining tissue works better.
Lumpectomy
Learn what to expect from this breast-conserving surgical procedure.
Laser resurfacing
Explore your options and learn what to expect from this treatment to improve the appearance of your facial skin.
Labor induction
Know what to expect during this procedure to start labor before it begins on its own.
Knee replacement
Knee replacement surgery can relieve pain and restore function to a knee joint that's severely damaged, usually by arthritis.
Intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI)
Find out how neurosurgeons use intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI) during brain surgery.
Hormone therapy for prostate cancer
Find out what to expect during testosterone-blocking therapy. Learn about choices, including medicines and surgery.
Hormonal IUD (Mirena)
This birth control device gives long-acting protection that can be reversed.
Holter monitor
This wearable device keeps track of the heart's rhythm during daily activities. Learn when you might need one and what to expect.
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