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Screening in Pregnancy
Pregnancy screenings can provide valuable information before your baby is born about the risks for common birth defects.
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Splenectomy
A splenectomy is the surgical removal of your spleen.
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Understanding Abnormal Cervical Cancer Screening Results
Cervical cancer screening is important and has saved lives.
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Using an Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitor
An ambulatory blood pressure monitor is a small machine that attaches to your belt and allows you to check your…
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Vaginal Pessary
A vaginal pessary is a plastic device used to support uterine prolapse. It can help for a number of conditions…
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Vertebroplasty for Spine Fracture Pain
Vertebroplasty treats compression spine fractures. In these fractures, the bone collapses and breaks. The procedure injects cement into the…
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Weight-loss Surgery
Weight-loss surgery can be called bariatric surgery. It involves surgically reducing the size of your stomach so your body absorbs…
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What is a Total Contact Cast?
A total contact cast is used to treat ulcers (deep sores) on a person’s foot. It consists of a fiberglass…