Search
Learning Center
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.
C-section
Learn the reasons this surgical procedure to deliver a baby is done, the risks and tips for recovery.
Colectomy
If you're having colon surgery, learn what to expect, the risks and how to prepare.
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.
Heart valve surgery
Learn more about surgery to treat heart valve disease, which involves repairing or replacing affected heart valves.
Living-donor kidney transplant
Find out more about living-donor kidney transplant, an option instead of deceased-donor kidney transplant.
Mitral valve repair and mitral valve replacement
If you have a leaky or stiff mitral valve, you may need heart surgery. Learn about the different procedures used to repair or replace this valve.
Nephrectomy (kidney removal)
Learn about surgery to remove all or part of a kidney.
Pelvic exam
Find out what happens during this exam, why it might be needed and how to prepare.
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is a procedure for removing large kidney stones. Learn how it's done.
Refine Your Search
Type
- All
- TestProcedure
Gender
Age
- All
- 19 to 44 younger
- 45 to 64 middle
- 65 to 80 older
- 13 to 18 years teen
- 06 to 12 years elementary/preteen
- 03 to 5 years preschool
Focus
- All
- Clinical Treatment