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Face-lift
This cosmetic surgery can give your face a younger shape and look. Understand the risks and benefits of this procedure.
Diskectomy
This surgical procedure removes the damaged portion of a herniated disk in the spine. It's most effective for pain radiating down the arms or legs.
Dermabrasion
Find out how this skin-resurfacing procedure can change the appearance of your skin.
Cryotherapy for prostate cancer
Find out how very cold temperatures are used to freeze tissue and treat prostate cancer. Learn about the side effects and potential benefits of cryotherapy.
Coronary artery bypass surgery
This major heart surgery, also called CABG, creates a new route for blood to flow around a blocked artery. Learn why it's done and know the steps to take during recovery.
Coronary angioplasty and stents
Coronary angioplasty and stents can open clogged blood vessels that deliver blood to heart muscles.
Circumcision (male)
Learn about the benefits and risks of surgery to remove the skin that covers the tip of the penis.
Cataract surgery
Cataract surgery — Overview covers risks, complications, results of this eye surgery.
Cardiac resynchronization therapy
This heart failure treatment uses a pacemaker or a pacemaker with a defibrillator. Know when the treatment is needed.
Brow lift
Learn about this surgery that can raise sagging brows and reduce wrinkles on the forehead. Also understand the possible risks of the procedure.
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