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Tonsillectomy
Learn how to prepare for a tonsillectomy and what to expect from the surgery.
Wisdom tooth removal
If you don't have enough room in your mouth for wisdom teeth, or they're painful, infected or cause other dental problems, they may need to be removed.
Withdrawal method (coitus interruptus)
The withdrawal method — pulling the penis out of the vagina before ejaculation — isn't the most effective birth control. Learn about the pros and cons.
Vaginal hysterectomy
Vaginal hysterectomy is a procedure to remove the uterus through an incision in the vagina to treat certain gynecological conditions.
Ear tubes
Learn about the procedure for placing ear tubes used to treat middle ear problems.
Brain stereotactic radiosurgery
This procedure delivers precise radiation therapy to treat brain tumors and other brain conditions.
Prostate biopsy
Find out about this procedure that's used to diagnose prostate cancer. Learn about the risks, how to prepare and what you can expect.
External beam radiation for prostate cancer
Learn about the risks and results of this procedure, which is used to deliver radiation therapy for prostate cancer.
Prostate laser surgery
Prostate laser surgery — Overview covers the risks and results of this treatment to relieve symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate.
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
Learn about this procedure used to treat urinary problems caused by an enlarged prostate gland.
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