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Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a treatment for symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, it is certainly the most important therapeutic advancement since the development of levodopa including tremors, stiffness, and trouble walking. It can also treat side effects of Parkinson’s medicines and is most effective for people who experience disabling tremors, wearing-off spells and medication-induced dyskinesias. Deep brain stimulation … Continue reading “Parkinson’s Disease”

Epilepsy surgery is a neurosurgical process where a part of the brain involved in seizures is either disconnected or stimulated. The goal is to get rid of seizures or drastically diminish seizure burden. Around 60% of all people with epilepsy have focal epilepsy syndromes. In 15% to 20% of these patients, the situation is not … Continue reading “Epilepsy surgery”

Obesity cause numerous common and lethal diseases and any non-surgical treatments done to prevent obesity till date have failed to provide an effective, durable solution. Bariatric surgery is one surgery that includes the procedures of gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric banding and biliopancreatic bypass that have shown to produce substantial and durable weight loss. Bariatric … Continue reading “Bariatric surgery”

Cryotherapy reduces the inflammatory reaction to trauma and diminishes edema, hematoma formation and pain. During the healing period, the cold application allows the patient to develop strength in an injured area, with minimal irritation and discomfort. Heat potentiates the body’s inflammatory reaction to pain and results in increased discomfort. That’s why Cryotherapy should be used … Continue reading “Cryotherapy”

The Cyber Knife System is a non-invasive treatment for cancerous and non-cancerous tumors and other conditions where radiation therapy is indicated— one of the most advanced forms of radiosurgery. This non-invasive treatment delivers high doses of precisely targeted radiation to destroy tumors or lesions within the body. This treatment is used in treating conditions throughout … Continue reading “Cyber knife robotic radiation treatment”

Robotic minimally invasive surgery is a procedure that is performed through tiny incisions. MIS has many advantages like reduced risk of infection, less pa The Cyber Knife System is a non-invasive treatment for cancerous and non-cancerous tumors and other conditions where radiation therapy is indicated— one of the most advanced forms of radiosurgery. This non-invasive … Continue reading “Robotic minimally invasive surgery”

Despite a lot of use of arterial grafts, the greater saphenous vein remains the most commonly used conduit in coronary artery bypass grafting. The invasive techniques have not been used as much for vessel harvesting has gained interest in recent years, and many studies have shown that endoscopic vein-graft harvesting decrease postoperative pain, and the … Continue reading “Endoscopic Vein harvesting for CABG treatment”

A cataract is a clouding in the clear lens of your eye. For people who have cataracts, seeing through cloudy lenses is a bit like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. Clouded vision is a cause of cataracts which makes it more difficult to read, drive a car (especially at night) or see the … Continue reading “Catract Surgery”

Glaucoma surgery procedures are intended to achieve one of two basic results: decrease the production of intraocular fluid or increase the outflow (drainage) of this same fluid. Without treatment, glaucoma can also result in total permanent blindness within a few years. Most people with glaucoma experience no early symptoms or pain. A patient needs to … Continue reading “Glaucoma Surgery”

Sinus Surgery is a process through which your Doctor aims to open the pathways of the sinuses and clear blockages. This is an option for people with who have ongoing and recurrent sinus infections, or for the people with abnormal sinus structure, or abnormal growths in the sinus. Sinus surgery is the last resort that … Continue reading “Sinus Surgery”

A Cochlear Implant uses a sound processor that fits behind the Ear. It is an electronic device that partly restores hearing which can be an option for people who have severe hearing loss from inner-ear damage and who receive limited benefit from hearing aids. This processor captures sound signals and transmits them to a receiver … Continue reading “Cochlear Implant”

IVF or In Vitro Fertilization treatment is an Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) that is the process of fertilization by extracting eggs, retrieving a male sperm sample, and then manually combining an Egg and Sperm in a laboratory dish. After that the embryo(s) is then transferred to the uterus. Other forms of ART include gamete Intra … Continue reading “IVF Treatment”

Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate is a physical split or separation of the two sides of the upper lip and appears as a narrow opening or gap in the skin of the upper lip. They are facial and oral malformations that occur very early in pregnancy, while the baby is developing inside the mother’s womb. … Continue reading “Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate”

Abdominoplasty also known as tummy tuck is a cosmetic surgical procedure to improve the appearance of the abdomen. In this procedure a surgeon removes the excess skin and fat from the abdomen. Other connective tissue in the abdomen (fascia) usually is tightened with sutures as well. The remaining skin is then repositioned to create a … Continue reading “Abdominoplasty Treatment”

Traditionally, TURP or Transurethral resection of the prostate has been considered the most effective treatment for an enlarged prostate. A TURP is a surgical procedure that is followed by cutting away a section of the prostate. The prostate is located between the penis and bladder, and surrounds the urethra (the tube that carries urine from … Continue reading “TURP Surgery”

A Cosmetic Surgery is a type of plastic surgery that aims to improve a person’s appearance, but it should be approached with caution. The procedures for a cosmetic surgery are available for almost any part of the body, but the choice to undergo cosmetic surgery should not be taken lightly. The results of such surgeries … Continue reading “Plastic Surgery Treatment”

Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is a procedure that is used to remove kidney stones from the body when they can’t pass on their own. A scope is inserted through a small incision in your back to remove the kidney stones. This treatment is often performed when a person has larger stones or when other procedures, such … Continue reading “PCNL Surgery”

A heart transplant is a surgery in which a failing, diseased heart is replaced with a healthier, donor heart. A Heart transplant is usually reserved for people who have tried medications or other surgeries, but their conditions haven’t sufficiently improved. This surgery is performed by taking a functioning heart from an ‘organ donor’ and implanting … Continue reading “Heart Transplant”

An Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury is a tear or sprain of the anterior cruciate (KROO-she-ate) ligament (ACL). It is one of the major ligaments in your knee. Most commonly ACL injuries occur during sports that involve sudden stops or changes in direction, jumping and landing — such as soccer, basketball, football and downhill skiing. … Continue reading “Anterior Cruciate Ligament”

Knee arthroscopy is a surgical procedure in which the doctors view the knee joint without making any large incision (cut) through the skin and other soft tissues. This procedure is used to diagnose and treat a wide range of knee problems. During a knee arthroscopy procedure, the surgeon inserts a small camera, called an arthroscope, … Continue reading “Arthroscopy Surgery”