The spleen is a purple-colored organ located in the upper left region of the abdomen, to the left of the stomach. It is fist-shaped and about 4 inches long. The spleen functions primarily to filter the blood and fight off infections. There may be a need to remove the spleen Read more…
Foods to boost brain function The foods we eat can greatly impact the structure and health of our brains. Eating a brain-boosting diet can support both short- and long-term brain function. The brain is an energy-intensive organ, using around 20 percent of the body’s calories, so it needs plenty of Read more…
Introduction to Otoplasty Otoplasty, also known as ear surgery, refers to the surgical procedures for correcting deformities and defects of the pinna (external ear). The aim and goal of an otoplasty procedure are to produce an external ear with natural proportions, contour and appearance. The pinna is the only visible Read more…
If you are looking for the secret to a happy retirement, cancel the tickets for that world cruise. The key to contentment in later life may be as simple as having sex every fortnight. Life is significantly more enjoyable if you have an active love life, according to a study Read more…
Scalenectomy – Overview Scalenectomy refers to the surgical removal of the scalene muscle. The scalene muscles are a group of three pairs of muscles in the lateral neck. They include the anterior scalene, middle scalene and posterior scalene. The anterior and middle scalene muscles help to lift the first rib Read more…
Indian authorities are pumping water out of a sprawling southern lake to assuage villagers’ fears it was contaminated after the discovery of the body of a woman infected with HIV, a regional official said on Wednesday. The virus is usually transmitted through sexual intercourse, infected blood and from an infected Read more…
Cesarean section, also known as C-section, is the use of surgery to deliver babies. A cesarean section is often necessary when a vaginal delivery would put the baby or mother at risk. About 2.5% of women choose to have an elective cesarean delivery, i.e. cesarean delivery on maternal request (CDMR). Read more…
5 Best Heart Surgeons in the World Heart surgeons specialize in diagnosing and treating diseases of the heart and blood vessels. This field of medicine is called cardiology, derived from the Greek word “cardia” meaning heart and “logos” meaning study. The field includes medical diagnosis and treatment of congenital heart Read more…
Risks and Complications of Prostatectomy – Overview Prostatectomy is the surgical removal of all or part of the prostate gland. The prostate gland is a small gland located deep inside the groin, between the base of the penis and the rectum. It secretes an alkaline fluid that makes up about Read more…
Researchers say height plays a role in cancer risk, but many other factors are more important. Could your height increase your risk of getting cancer? It’s already been established that tall people are at a higher risk of developing various health conditions, such as blood clots. Previous cancer studies have Read more…
Knee Replacement Surgery – Overview Knee replacement surgery, which is also known as knee arthroplasty in medical terms, refers to a surgical procedure to replace the weight-bearing surfaces of the knee joint to relieve pain and disability. The surgery involves the replacement of damaged joint surfaces of the knee with Read more…
Open heart surgery is a procedure that can be performed in two ways: the first is cutting the chest open (which is very invasive) the second is working on the heart around the ribs. These options have been the same for over 50 years (!). However, they changed a year Read more…
Stress Effect on the Brain Regular exposure to stress can impact our physical and mental health, but how does it affect our brains? One new Harvard Medical School study answers that question. Stress — especially when we experience it regularly — takes a significant toll on our minds and bodies. Read more…
Esophagectomy – Overview Esophagectomy is a surgical procedure that is carried out to remove all or part of the esophagus. The esophagus is the food pipe that connects the buccal cavity (mouth) to the stomach. The esophagus is composed of several layers of tissue, including mucous membrane, muscle, and connective Read more…