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Pulmonary valve repair and replacement
A congenital heart defect can cause a leaky or blocked pulmonary valve. Know the symptoms and how it's treated.
HPV test
The HPV test can help identify your risk of cervical cancer. Learn more about how to prepare and what your results may mean.
Basal body temperature for natural family planning
Learn the steps for tracking body temperature for pregnancy or contraception. Find out when during your menstrual cycle you're more likely to be fertile.
Laryngotracheal reconstruction
Laryngotracheal reconstruction surgery — Comprehensive overview covers why it's done and what's involved with the procedure.
Myomectomy
This surgical procedure to treat uterine fibroids tries to preserve fertility using a variety of approaches.
Contraceptive implant
Learn about the benefits, risks and effectiveness of this type of long-acting, reversible birth control.
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.
Palliative care
Learn what to expect with this care approach that offers symptom relief for seriously ill people of any age.
Copper IUD (ParaGard)
A copper intrauterine device offers a hormone-free option for long-acting, reversible birth control.
Abdominal hysterectomy
Learn why surgery to remove the uterus, known as a hysterectomy, might be done and what to expect if you need this surgery.
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