Obese teens who have surgery to lose weight report better quality of life, less joint pain and fewer physical limitations after their operations than before, a new study suggests. Researchers followed 242 obese teens who had so-called metabolic and bariatric surgery to lose weight over three years, starting when they Read more…
Tubal Ligation Cost – Overview Tubal ligation, also referred to as “tube tied” is a surgical procedure for female sterilization in which the fallopian tubes are permanently blocked. Once a month, an ovum (egg cell) travels from the ovaries to the uterus to be fertilized by sperm. Blockage of the Read more…
Across the world, imprisoned women have higher rates of cervical cancer and the human papillomavirus (HPV) infection that can lead to cancer, according to a research review. Screening and treatment could address these problems in an especially vulnerable population of women, the authors conclude in the Journal of Epidemiology & Read more…
Types of Surgical Sutures Surgical sutures are medical devices used to hold body tissues together after an injury or surgery. There are various types of surgical sutures and they are classified based on several factors such as absorbability, origin and structure of the surgical suture. Sometimes, “sutures” are used interchangeably Read more…
Going back into the operating room for surgery to help a woman whose ovarian cancer has reappeared may not help her live longer – instead, it might shorten her life, according to an international study of 485 women. “I do think this study will decrease the number” of such surgeries Read more…
Plastic Surgery can improve your breathing and the flow of oxygen. A patient with a deviated septum can get this corrected by means of rhinoplasty. Usually, a deviated septum makes it difficult to breath, causing too much snoring. The moment this is corrected, both the patient and his/her partner can Read more…
Dear Dr. Manny, My kids keep getting sore throats in the winter. I can’t help but wonder. How do I know whether they have strep throat? When do I need to get them tested? Thanks for your question. Not all sore throats are the same. Some of them are related to allergies, some of Read more…
Can You Live Without a Brain? – Overview The human brain is the command center for the human nervous system. It receives signals from the body’s sensory organs and outputs information to the muscles. The brain consists of the cerebrum, the brainstem and the cerebellum. It controls most of the Read more…
Humility is not the boldest of personality traits, but it’s an important one, studies find. And it’s hard to fake. In their day jobs, research psychologists don’t typically need safety goggles, much less pith helmets or Indiana Jones bullwhips. There’s no rappelling into caves to uncover buried scrolls, no prowling Read more…
Is Scoliosis Surgery Worth It? – Overview Scoliosis is a medical condition in which the spine is curved sideways. The curve is usually “S” or “C”-shaped. In some, the degree of curve is stable, while in others, it increases over time. Mild scoliosis does not typically cause problems, but severe Read more…
In the latest sign that digital innovations are changing the way we learn, anatomy students at a university in Australia are using augmented and virtual reality. The pilot of the technology is being used to help boost spatial awareness, accessibility and explorative learning, La Trobe University said in an announcement Read more…
Singapore will ban advertisements of certain fizzy drinks and juices, its health ministry said on Thursday, part of a raft of measures to curb consumption of sugar in the city-state, which has some of the world’s highest diabetes rates. Under the measures, further details of which will be released next Read more…
Hernia refers to the abnormal exit of tissue or an organ through the wall of the cavity in which it normally resides, causing a bulge to be felt. There are different types of hernia depending on the location. Some hernias include inguinal hernia, hiatus, incisional and umbilical hernias. Most often Read more…
Rhinoplasty surgery, commonly known as “nose job” is a surgical procedure carried out to improve the structure and function of the nose. During this procedure, the nasal cartilage and bones are modified, or tissue is added. Rhinoplasty surgery may be performed for a number of reasons ranging from birth defects, Read more…