Operations and Procedures

surgical removal of a limb or a part of it

a highway or route built to divert traffic around a town or city center

The new bypass reduced congestion in the downtown area.

the surgical removal of the protecting loose skin of a male's penis

a medical procedure that involves widening narrowed or blocked blood vessels, typically performed on arteries, to improve blood flow

The nurse explained that angioplasty is like a highway cleanup for blood vessels.

a surgical procedure in which the appendix gets removed

Tim needed an appendectomy when his appendix became swollen and painful.

a surgical procedure where an opening is made in the abdomen to redirect part of the colon for waste elimination

After the surgery, Dad had a colostomy to help with his digestion.

a surgical procedure to remove tissue from the inner lining of the uterus

The doctor recommended a dilation and curettage to address the abnormal bleeding.

a medical procedure to align a person's physical characteristics with their gender identity, often used by transgender individuals

a procedure that creates new pathways for blood flow around blocked or narrowed coronary arteries to improve heart muscle blood supply

a surgical procedure in which a woman's uterus is removed, often performed for medical reasons such as to treat certain health conditions

Recovery after a hysterectomy can vary, but many women resume normal activities.

a minimally invasive surgical procedure that uses a small camera to view and treat conditions inside the abdomen or pelvis

The doctor suggested laparoscopy to diagnose Sarah's pelvic pain.

a surgical procedure that involves making a larger cut in the abdomen to access and treat internal organs or address certain medical conditions

After the accident, John needed a laparotomy to repair internal injuries.

a type of weight-loss surgery that that aims to help manage obesity by shrinking the size of someone's stomach so that they will eat less food

a morally or legally wrong act, usually bribery, done to gain an advantage or support

The politician was arrested for graft after accepting bribes in exchange for government contracts.

a surgical operation that is performed in order to treat severe mental disorders by cutting into part of a person's brain

a surgical procedure in which a small, localized mass or tumor, typically in the breast, is removed while preserving the surrounding tissue

Emily had a lumpectomy to remove a small lump from her breast.

a precise surgical technique that uses a microscope for intricate procedures on small structures

Microsurgery helped Lisa regain feeling in her fingers after a nerve injury.

any type of surgery that requires making a large incision in the chest wall to make the heart easier for the surgeon to reach

to insert a living tissue or an artificial object into the body via medical procedure

The surgeon successfully implanted a pacemaker to regulate the patient's heartbeat.

a surgical cut made in flesh or skin

a surgical procedure to reconstruct or create a vagina, commonly used for gender affirmation or medical purposes

a surgical procedure to remove stones from the urinary tract

Mark's lithotomy allowed the surgeon to address his bladder issues.

a surgical procedure that involves removing part of the vertebral bone, called the lamina, to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves

After his injury, James had a laminectomy to ease pressure on his spinal nerves.

a surgical procedure that removes part of a vertebral lamina to relieve spinal nerve pressure or treat spinal conditions

a surgical operation performed on the nervous system, particularly the brain and spinal cord

a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the tonsils, often performed to alleviate recurrent throat infections or breathing difficulties

Lucy's tonsillectomy improved her overall throat health.

a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening in the neck to provide a direct airway, often done to assist with breathing in cases of airway obstruction or respiratory problems

After a severe accident, John had a tracheotomy to help him breathe.

a surgical operation for male sterilization or permanent contraception

a medical procedure involving the transplantation of organs from animals, usually pigs, to humans to address organ shortages

Lucy's xenotransplant surgery involved a pig pancreas to manage diabetes.

a surgical procedure to replace defective or damaged organs by transplanting or implanting artificial ones

a minimally invasive procedure that uses an endoscope to treat sinus-related conditions by removing obstructions or enlarging sinus passages

the act of removing something from one location and introducing it in another location

a medical treatment that involves surgical procedures for conditions related to the jaw, face, and mouth

a procedure to remove or destroy tissue, often used for treating tumors or cardiac rhythm issues

Linda had an ablation to eliminate an irregular heartbeat.

a surgical procedure involving the removal of the breast tissue, often performed as a treatment for breast cancer or as a preventive measure

Jane's successful mastectomy addressed the early-stage breast cancer.

a non-invasive procedure that uses high-energy radiation to precisely treat tumors or lesions without surgery

a medical procedure that uses shock waves or lasers to break down kidney or urinary tract stones without surgery

a specialized surgical technique that uses three-dimensional coordinates or imaging guidance to precisely target and treat specific areas of the body

a strong blow to the chest over the heart used to restore normal heart rhythm during cardiac arrest or arrhythmias

a procedure that clears blockages in the Eustachian tube by using positive pressure to equalize ear pressure

blood filtering for managing kidney dysfunction or acute renal failure

a medical procedure that provides temporary mechanical support to the heart and lungs by circulating and oxygenating blood outside of the body

a medical procedure that involves placing a tube into the trachea, or windpipe, to establish an open airway for breathing, often used in cases of respiratory distress or during anesthesia for surgery

a medical procedure that involves delivering fluids, medications, or nutrients directly into a person's bloodstream through a vein using a needle or catheter

a medical procedure or method that makes a person or animal incapable of reproduction

Mike and Lisa decided on sterilization as they didn't want more children.

a surgical procedure to create a breathing passage in the neck

The patient underwent a tracheostomy for breathing assistance.

a procedure to replace damaged or diseased bone marrow with healthy stem cells

Bone marrow transplantation is often a critical treatment for patients with leukemia, providing them with healthy stem cells to replace damaged or diseased bone marrow.

a surgical procedure to implant electrodes in the brain to treat movement disorders like Parkinson's disease

Deep brain stimulation has shown promising results in reducing the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, allowing patients to regain better control over their movements.