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Brain stereotactic radiosurgery
This procedure delivers precise radiation therapy to treat brain tumors and other brain conditions.
Aortic valve repair and aortic valve replacement
These types of heart valve surgeries are done to treat aortic valve disease, including aortic stenosis and aortic regurgitation.
Spirometry
This common test shows how well your lungs work and helps diagnose conditions that affect the ability to breathe.
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.
Lumbar puncture (spinal tap)
Learn about lumbar puncture, which removes a sample of cerebrospinal fluid to find infections, bleeding and other conditions. It also is called a spinal tap.
Tonsillectomy
Learn how to prepare for a tonsillectomy and what to expect from the surgery.
Craniotomy
Learn the brain conditions that are treated with this surgery that involves removing a piece of the skull. Also find out what you can expect during surgery.
Penile implants
Explore your choices and learn what to expect from penile implant surgery.
Prostate laser surgery
Prostate laser surgery — Overview covers the risks and results of this treatment to relieve symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate.
Transurethral microwave thermotherapy (TUMT)
Learn about this minimally invasive procedure for treating an enlarged prostate, including how it's done and possible risks and benefits.
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