Abdominal Ultrasound Detailed information on abdominal ultrasound, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care.
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Barium Enema Detailed information on barium enema, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care.
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Barium Swallow Detailed information on barium swallow, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the digestive system.
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Bone Biopsy A bone biopsy is a procedure in which bone samples are removed with a special biopsy needle or during surgery to determine if cancer or other abnormal cells are present.
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Bone Marrow Biopsy A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove tissue or cells from the body for examination under a microscope.
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Breast Biopsy Detailed information on breast biopsy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care.
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Breast Scan Detailed information on breast scan, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and anatomical illustrations of the female breast
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Breast Ultrasound Detailed information on breast ultrasonography, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care.
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Bronchoscopy Detailed information on bronchoscopy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care.
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Cervical Biopsy Detailed information on cervical biopsy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, an anatomical illustration of the female pelvic organs, and an illustration of a cervical biopsy procedure.
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Chest X-ray A chest X-ray is used to examine the chest and the organs and structures located in the chest. Chest x-rays may be used to assess the lungs and the heart.
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Colonoscopy Detailed information on colonoscopy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, an anatomical illustration of the digestive system, and illustrations of colonoscopy and biopsy through colonoscopy.
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Colposcopy Detailed information on colposcopy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, an anatomical illustration of the female pelvic organs, and an illustration of a colposcopy procedure.
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Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Kidney Detailed information on computed tomography (CT or CAT scan) of the kidney, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the kidney.
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Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Spine In computed tomography, the X-ray beam moves in a circle around the body. This allows many different views of the spine. The X-ray information is sent to a computer that interprets the data and displays it in a two-dimensional form on a monitor.
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Cystoscopy Detailed information on cystoscopy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the urinary tract.
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Dilation and Curettage (D and C) A dilation and curettage is a surgical procedure in which the cervix is dilated so that the cervical canal and uterine lining can be scraped with a curette to remove abnormal tissues.
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Electroencephalogram (EEG) Detailed information on electroencephalogram (EEG), including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care.
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Endometrial Biopsy An endometrial biopsy is used to obtain a small tissue sample from the lining of the uterus. The tissue is examined under a microscope to identify the presence of abnormal cells.
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Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography Detailed information on endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the biliary system.
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Gamma Knife Podcast Gamma Knife radiosurgery doesn’t involve actual surgery, nor is the Gamma Knife an actual knife. This procedure uses beams of highly focused gamma rays to treat small- to medium-sized lesions, usually in the brain.
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Hysterectomy Detailed information on hysterectomy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the female pelvic organs.
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Kidney Biopsy Detailed information on kidney biopsy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the kidney.
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Kidney Ultrasound Detailed information on kidney ultrasound, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care.
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Kidney, Ureter, and Bladder X-ray Detailed information on kidney, ureter, and bladder x-ray, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the urinary tract.
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Laparoscopy Laparoscopy can help detect and treat endometriosis, ovarian cysts, fibroids, or an ectopic pregnancy.
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Liver Biopsy Detailed information on liver biopsy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the liver.
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Liver Scan Detailed information on liver scan, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the liver.
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Lobectomy A lobectomy is a surgical procedure that removes one of the lobes of the lungs.
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Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP) Podcast Detailed information on loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP), including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, an anatomical illustration of the female pelvic organs, and an illustration of a LEEP procedure .
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Lumbar Puncture (LP) Detailed information on lumbar puncture, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the spine and the lumbar puncture procedure.
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Lumpectomy Detailed information on lumpectomy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, an anatomical illustration of the female breast, and an illustration of a lumpectomy procedure.
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Lung Biopsy Detailed information on lung biopsy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care.
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Bones, Joints, and Soft Tissues In orthopedics, an MRI may be used to examine bones, joints, and soft tissues such as cartilage, muscles, and tendons for injuries or the presence of structural abnormalities or certain other conditions, such as tumors, inflammatory disease, or muscle fatigue. MRI may be used to assess the results of corrective procedures.
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Mammogram Detailed information on mammogram, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care.
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Mastectomy Detailed information on mastectomy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, anatomical illustrations of the female breast, and illustrations of mastectomy procedures.
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Mediastinoscopy Detailed information on mediastinoscopy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, an anatomical illustration of the lungs and respiratory tract, and an illustration of the mediastinoscopy procedu.
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PAP Test Detailed information on PAP test, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care.
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Pelvic Ultrasound A pelvic ultrasound allows a doctor to quickly see the female pelvic organs and structures, including the uterus, cervix, vagina, fallopian tubes, and ovaries.
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Pleural Biopsy Detailed information on pleural biopsy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the lungs and respiratory tract.
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Prostate Biopsy A prostate biopsy is a procedure in which prostate gland tissue samples are removed with a special biopsy needle or during surgery to determine if cancer or other abnormal cells are present.
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Prostate/Rectal Sonogram This procedure, which uses ultrasound technology, can assess the size, shape, and location of the prostate gland and also assess the rectum.
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Pulmonary Function Tests These tests assess lung volumes, capacities, rates of flow, and gas exchange. Different procedures measure lung function in different ways.
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Retrograde Pyelogram Detailed information on retrograde pyelogram, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the urinary tract.
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Sigmoidoscopy Detailed information on sigmoidoscopy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the digestive system.
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Thoracentesis Detailed information on thoracentesis, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, an anatomical illustration of the lungs and respiratory tract, and an illustration of a thoracentesis procedure.
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Upper Gastrointestinal Series Detailed information on upper gastrointestinal series, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care.
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X-rays of the Skull Detailed information on x-ray of the skull, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the bones of the skull.
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X-rays of the Spine, Neck, or Back Detailed information on x-ray of the spine, neck, and back, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the spine.
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