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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.
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.
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.
Meditation
Find out more about this mind-body practice and its possible health benefits.
Mitral valve repair and mitral valve replacement
If you have a leaky or stiff mitral valve, you may need heart surgery. Learn about the different procedures used to repair or replace this valve.
Mohs surgery
Find out what to expect during this skin cancer surgery that involves removing thin layers of skin until only cancer-free tissue remains.
Myomectomy
This surgical procedure to treat uterine fibroids tries to preserve fertility using a variety of approaches.
Neck lift
Find out how this cosmetic procedure removes excess skin and fat around the jaw line to create a more youthful appearance.
Nephrectomy (kidney removal)
Learn about surgery to remove all or part of a kidney.
Nondirected living-donor transplant
Nondirected living donor — Find out what becoming a good Samaritan, also called nondirected, living organ donor means to transplantation.
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