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Oophorectomy (ovary removal surgery)
Learn about the risks, recovery and what to expect during surgery to remove the ovaries.
Circumcision (male)
Learn about the benefits and risks of surgery to remove the skin that covers the tip of the penis.
C-section
Learn the reasons this surgical procedure to deliver a baby is done, the risks and tips for recovery.
Rh factor blood test
What's an Rh factor blood test? Understand this important test that's done during pregnancy.
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.
Ileoanal anastomosis (J-pouch) surgery
This surgery removes the large intestine. It's often done to treat ulcerative colitis and other bowel conditions.
Minimally invasive heart surgery
Learn more about this surgery that uses small incisions in the chest as an option to open-heart surgery.
Dilation and curettage (D&C)
Learn what to expect during this procedure, how a doctor performs it to remove uterine tissue and what to watch out for during recovery.
Cochlear implants
This electronic device improves hearing in people who have severe hearing loss from inner ear damage.
Feminizing hormone therapy
Find out more about feminizing hormonal treatment used to better align the body with a person's gender identity.
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