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Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line
Find out what to expect during and after PICC line insertion. Learn about why it's done and potential PICC line complications.
Peritoneal dialysis
Learn how this treatment for kidney failure compares to traditional dialysis.
Polysomnography (sleep study)
Your health care provider may order this test if a sleep disorder such as sleep apnea is suspected. Learn how to prepare and what to expect.
Positron emission tomography scan
Learn how this imaging scan can play an important role in early detection of health problems, such as cancer, heart disease and brain disorders.
Psychotherapy
Also called talk therapy, this is an approach for treating mental health issues by talking with a psychologist, psychiatrist or another mental health provider.
Pulmonary valve repair and replacement
A congenital heart defect can cause a leaky or blocked pulmonary valve. Know the symptoms and how it's treated.
Pulmonary vein isolation
This type of cardiac ablation uses heat or cold energy to treat atrial fibrillation. Learn how it's done and when you might need this treatment.
Radiation therapy
Radiation therapy is a common means of treating many types of cancer. Find out what to expect during your radiation therapy treatment.
Radiation therapy for breast cancer
Find out why doctors use radiation treat breast cancer. Learn what to expect and the side effects of breast cancer radiation, including proton therapy.
Radiofrequency neurotomy
Painful neck, back, knee, shoulder or hip? Radiofrequency neurotomy may quiet nerves that cause pain. Learn about this targeted treatment.
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