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Bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery can be a helpful weight loss tool — but it's not for everyone. Learn about available procedures and the risks and results of surgery.
Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS)
Learn about a two-part weight-loss procedure that involves making the stomach smaller and reconnecting parts of the small intestine.
Bone marrow transplant
Learn about this procedure that replaces unhealthy bone marrow with stem cells. Your own cells, donor cells or cells from umbilical cord blood may be used.
Capsule endoscopy
This procedure involves swallowing a tiny capsule with a camera inside to get a view of the inside of the digestive tract. Find out what to expect.
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.
Colectomy
If you're having colon surgery, learn what to expect, the risks and how to prepare.
ENA test
The extractable nuclear antigen panel, known as the ENA test, panel is a blood test. It is done to look for antibodies associated with certain autoimmune diseases.
Endoscopic mucosal resection
Endoscopic mucosal resection, a procedure to remove abnormal tissue from the lining of the digestive tract, is used for both diagnosis and treatment.
Endoscopic ultrasound
Learn about this imaging test that uses both endoscopy and ultrasound. The test helps diagnose diseases related to digestion and the lungs.
Esophageal manometry
This test involves placing a thin, pressure-sensitive tube through your nose into your esophagus to measure pressure as you swallow.
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