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Masculinizing surgery
Find out how masculinizing surgical procedures can help better align the body with a person's gender identity.
Lung transplant
Learn what's involved in this major surgery that replaces a diseased or failing lung with a healthy lung, and what you can expect after the procedure.
Lumpectomy
Learn what to expect from this breast-conserving surgical procedure.
Lumbar puncture (spinal tap)
Learn about lumbar puncture, which removes a sample of cerebrospinal fluid to find infections, bleeding and other conditions. It also is called a spinal tap.
Living-donor transplant
This surgery uses a living donor's organ, such as a kidney or portion of a liver, to replace another person's organ that no longer works properly.
Living-donor kidney transplant
Find out more about living-donor kidney transplant, an option instead of deceased-donor kidney transplant.
Liver transplant
Learn what to expect before and after this important treatment option for patients with liver failure.
Liver biopsy
Examining liver tissue can be a vital step in diagnosing and treating many liver conditions. Find out what to expect from this important procedure.
Liposuction
Learn about this surgery that removes fat and shapes areas of the body. Understand the risks, what to expect and how to prepare.
Laser resurfacing
Explore your options and learn what to expect from this treatment to improve the appearance of your facial skin.
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