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Prostate brachytherapy
Learn about this type of radiation therapy for prostate cancer that involves placing radioactive seeds or wires in the prostate gland.
Endoscopic ultrasound
Learn more about this minimally invasive imaging test combining endoscopy and ultrasound to diagnosis digestive and lung diseases.
Vaginal hysterectomy
Vaginal hysterectomy is a procedure to remove the uterus through an incision in the vagina to treat certain gynecological conditions.
Laminectomy
Removing the rear part of a vertebra (lamina) creates extra space in the spinal canal and can relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
Pelvic exam
Find out what happens during this exam, why it might be needed and how to prepare.
Bone scan
This diagnostic test can be used to check for cancer that has spread to the bones, skeletal pain that can't be explained, bone infection or a bone injury.
Nephrectomy (kidney removal)
Learn about surgery to remove all or part of a kidney.
Kidney transplant
Find out about the different types of kidney transplants — surgeries that are done to treat kidney failure.
Pancreas transplant
Pancreas transplant offers a potential cure for people with serious complications from diabetes. Learn what to expect before and after this procedure.
Chorionic villus sampling
Find out about this prenatal test that can uncover chromosomal and other genetic conditions early in pregnancy.
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