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Donor nephrectomy
In this surgical procedure, a healthy kidney is removed from a living donor for transplant into a person whose kidneys no longer function properly.
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.
Dilation and curettage (D&C)
Learn what to expect during this procedure, how a doctor performs it to remove uterine tissue and what to watch out for during recovery.
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.
Craniotomy
Learn the brain conditions that are treated with this surgery that involves removing a piece of the skull. Also find out what you can expect during surgery.
Cosmetic surgery
The goal of this type of surgery is to improve your appearance. It can involve large changes, so it's important to understand what to expect.
Colectomy
If you're having colon surgery, learn what to expect, the risks and how to prepare.
Circumcision (male)
Learn about the benefits and risks of surgery to remove the skin that covers the tip of the penis.
Chemotherapy for breast cancer
Learn how doctors use this drug treatment to kill rapidly growing breast cancer cells. Find out about chemotherapy side effects and what you can expect.
Cardioversion
Learn what to expect during this treatment to reset the heart rhythm.
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