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Ileoanal anastomosis (J-pouch) surgery
This surgery removes the large intestine. It's often done to treat ulcerative colitis and other bowel conditions.
Ear tubes
Learn about the procedure for placing ear tubes used to treat middle ear problems.
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.
Prostatectomy
Learn about surgical options and advances in prostatectomy, including robotic surgery, as well as the risks involved with each approach.
Intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI)
Find out how neurosurgeons use intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI) during brain surgery.
Vasectomy
Find out more about this procedure that provides nearly 100 percent effective male birth control by cutting the supply of sperm to semen.
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.
Transurethral microwave thermotherapy (TUMT)
Learn about this minimally invasive procedure for treating an enlarged prostate, including how it's done and possible risks and benefits.
CT scan
This imaging test helps detect internal injuries and disease by providing cross-sectional images of bones, blood vessels and soft tissues inside the body.
PSA test
Learn about this prostate cancer screening test, including why it's done, what to expect, risks and results.
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