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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.
Whipple procedure
Learn about this complex operation that's used to treat pancreatic cancer and other digestive system conditions. Find out what to expect during recovery.
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.
COVID-19: Who's at higher risk of serious symptoms?
Advanced age and some health conditions can raise the risk of serious COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) illness.
Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)
Does your gallbladder need to come out? Find out what happens during this common surgical procedure to remove your gallbladder.
Pregnancy and COVID-19: What are the risks?
Know how COVID-19 might affect pregnancy, labor and delivery, and breastfeeding. And get the facts about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines.
What is a heart failure action plan?
Know when new heart failure symptoms require a call to a health care provider or an ER visit. A heart failure action plan can guide your self-care.
Atrial flutter ablation
This treatment uses heat energy to treat a rapid, fluttering heartbeat. Know why and when it's done.
Colectomy
If you're having colon surgery, learn what to expect, the risks and how to prepare.
Valvuloplasty
Find out more about this cardiac catheter procedure to repair a narrowed heart valve.
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