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Lung cancer screening
Doctors recommend lung CT scans to look for signs of lung cancer in current and former heavy smokers. Find out what to expect during lung cancer screening.
Lumpectomy
Learn what to expect from this breast-conserving surgical procedure.
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.
Living-donor transplant
This surgery uses a living donor's organ, such as a kidney or portion of a liver, to replace another person's organ that no longer works properly.
Living-donor liver transplant
Learn about this surgery that uses a portion of a liver from a healthy living donor to replace another person's liver that's not working properly.
Living-donor kidney transplant
Find out more about living-donor kidney transplant, an option instead of deceased-donor kidney transplant.
Liver transplant
Learn what to expect before and after this important treatment option for patients with liver failure.
Liver function tests
Liver function tests can help determine how well your liver is doing its job. Find out what to expect and what results are considered standard.
Liver biopsy
Examining liver tissue can be a vital step in diagnosing and treating many liver conditions. Find out what to expect from this important procedure.
Liposuction
Learn about this surgery that removes fat and shapes areas of the body. Understand the risks, what to expect and how to prepare.
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