Diskectomy
Diskectomy is surgery to remove the damaged part of a disk in the spine. A diskectomy can relieve the pressure caused by a herniated disk. A herniated disk happens when the soft center of a...
brain tumor
If your health care provider thinks you might have a brain tumor, you'll need a number of tests and procedures to be sure. These might include: A neurological exam. A neurological exam tests different parts of...
An abdominal hysterectomy
Hysterectomy
An abdominal hysterectomy is an operation that removes the uterus through a cut in the lower belly, also called the abdomen. This is known as an open procedure. The uterus, also called the womb, is...
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament)
During the physical exam, your doctor will check your knee for swelling and tenderness — comparing your injured knee to your uninjured knee. He or she may also move your knee into a variety of...
