Cervical cancer is the growth of abnormal cells in the lining of the cervix. The most common cervical cancer is squamous cell carcinoma, accounting for 70% of cases. Adenocarcinoma is less common (about 25% of cases) and more difficult to diagnose because it starts higher in the cervix. It is estimated that more than 900 people were […]
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Knee replacement It is a type of surgery by which the injured joint of the patient is completely replaced. One of the most common reasons for patients to have this operation is the severity of knee pain due to injury, accident, chronic disease or wear and tear of the knee joint. This severe pain also […]
shoulder atheroscopy During a shoulder atheroscopy , your surgeon inserts a small camera called an arthroscope into the shoulder joint. This camera displays images on a screen, and your surgeon uses these images to guide very small surgical instruments. This reduces pain for the patient, reduces the time required for recovery, and returns to normal […]
Kidney transplantation Kidney transplantation is a surgical procedure to place a healthy kidney from a living or dead donor in a person whose kidneys are no longer working properly. The main function of the kidneys is to filter and remove waste products, minerals and fluids from the blood by producing urine. When your kidneys lose […]
Cochlear implants Cochlear implants are an electronic device that partially restores hearing. This can be an option for people who have severe hearing loss due to an inner ear injury and can no longer be helped by hearing aids. Unlike hearing aids, which amplify sound, an implanted cochlear implant passes through the ear to transmit […]
Cataract Cataract surgery is a method of removing the lens of the eye and, in most cases, replacing it with a synthetic lens. Cataract causes the lens to become cloudy, which ultimately affects your vision. Cataract surgery is performed by an ophthalmologist on an outpatient basis, which means you do not have to stay in […]
Parkinson Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects the movement of organs. Symptoms begin gradually, sometimes with just a tremor barely visible. Vibration is common. In the early stages of Parkinson’s disease, your face may have little or no expression. Your hands may not swing while walking. The symptoms of […]