Surgery

Ketamine: Effects, Medical Uses, Risks

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

What Is Transgender Top Surgery?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Body Asymmetry: Why Is One Hand or Breast Bigger?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Overview of Conjoined Twin Separation Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Universal Recipient: Blood Types and Reactions

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Risks and Benefits of Medical Tourism

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

PICC Line Insertion, Care, Removal, and Risks

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

General Anesthesia Side Effects and Complications

Medically reviewed by Jenny A. Dhingra, MD

How Anterior Is Used to Describe Anatomy

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How Much Do Your Organs Weigh?

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

What Is the Risk of Death From Surgery?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Congenital Diaphragmatic (Bochdalek) Hernia

Medically reviewed by Brian Levine, MD

Types of Local Anesthesia For Surgery Procedures

Medically reviewed by Jenny A. Dhingra, MD

Overview of Necrosis In the Human Body

Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO

Laparoscopy: Preparation, Recovery, Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

The Function of the Spleen

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Maxillofacial Surgery, Facial Surgery Specialty

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Magnetic Resonance Enterography: Purpose, Procedure, Results

Medically reviewed by Emmy Ludwig, MD

The Meaning of Prolapse in the Human Body

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

The Surgical Specialty of Trauma

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

The Difference Between Acute and Chronic Illnesses

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Escharotomy: Preparation, Recovery, Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

Reasons for a Resection Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How the Word Bilateral Is Used in Medicine

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What to Know About Monitored Anesthesia Care

Medically reviewed by Jenny A. Dhingra, MD

What Is the General Surgery Specialty?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Paralytic Drugs Are Medications Given During Anesthesia

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery: Prep, Recovery, Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

The Surgical Specialty of Vascular Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Open Surgery Overview and Pros and Cons

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Bacteremia Causes and Diagnosis

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Types of Prophylaxis in Medicine

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Learn About the Perioperative Phases of Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What Does Pulmonary Mean in Medicine?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Preoperative Explained - Preoperative Phase of Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What Conditions Can an Ablation Treat?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

The Basics of Inpatient Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How in Situ Is Used During Surgery and Cancer Treatment

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

The Multiple Meanings of the Term Cervical

Medically reviewed by Rony Kampalath, MD

What It Means to Excise Something During Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

The Meaning of Surgical Anastomosis

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Bariatric Surgery: Preparation, Recovery, Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What Is Intubation and Why Is It Done?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Stricture Types in the Human Body

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Why a Biopsy Is Performed

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

When and Why a Urinary Catheter is Used

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Uses, Procedure, Results

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Ambulatory Surgery: How Same Day Surgery Is Different

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Free Surgery Coloring Book Pages

Fact checked by Sheeren Jegtvig

Surgical Incision Types and Care Information

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What's Involved in a Surgical Scrub Technician Job

Fact checked by James Lacy

How Is Regional Anesthesia Used During Surgery?

Medically reviewed by Jenny A. Dhingra, MD

Overview of the Foley Catheter and Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Evaluate a Surgeon's Experience With a Procedure

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Explained

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Explaining Surgery to Your Child

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

The Historical Timeline of Surgery

Fact checked by Sheeren Jegtvig

What You Should Know About Surgery

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

Medical Supplies Used in Common Procedures

Fact checked by Ashley Hall

Preparing Your Child for Surgery and Anesthesia

Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD

How Safe Is Anesthesia for Oral Surgery?

Medically reviewed by Jenny A. Dhingra, MD

What to Know About Flumazenil

Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD

Urethrotomy: Uses, Side Effects, Procedure, and Results

Medically reviewed by Matthew Wosnitzer, MD

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Preparation and Recovery

Medically reviewed by Sumaya Ibraheem, DDS

Vagal Nerve Stimulator for Epilepsy Seizure Prevention

Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD

Lung Transplant: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD

Purpose of Heart Bypass Surgery

By Sherry Christiansen

Endoscopy: Definition, Conditions Treated, Process

By Cristina Mutchler

Neck Surgery: Long-Term Care

By Anastasia Climan, RDN, CD-N

Neck Surgery: Recovery

By Anastasia Climan, RDN, CD-N

Neck Surgery: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

By Anastasia Climan, RDN, CD-N

Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG): Preparation, Recovery

By Mark Gurarie

Neck Surgery: How to Prepare

By Anastasia Climan, RDN, CD-N

Watchman Implant Procedure: Preparation, Recovery

By Kathi Valeii

Maze Procedure: Preparation, Recovery, Long-Term Care

By Mark Gurarie

Neck Surgery: Purpose of Neck Surgery

By Anastasia Climan, RDN, CD-N

Ablation Surgery: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

By Rachael Zimlich, BSN, RN

Ablation Surgery: How to Prepare

By Rachael Zimlich, BSN, RN

Ablation Surgery: Purpose of Ablation Surgery

By Rachael Zimlich, BSN, RN

Varicocele Surgery: Preparation, Recovery, Long-Term Care

By James Myhre & Dennis Sifris, MD

Colorectal Surgery: Overview

By Rachael Zimlich, BSN, RN

Gastrectomy: Long-Term Care

By Amber J. Tresca

Gastrectomy: Recovery

By Amber J. Tresca

Spinal Stenosis Surgery: Overview

By Kristen Gasnick, PT, DPT

Gastrectomy: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Splenectomy Surgery: Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Splenectomy Surgery: Recovery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Splenectomy: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Splenectomy: How to Prepare

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Splenectomy Surgery: Purpose of Splenectomy

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Hernia: Types, Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Colorectal Surgery: Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Colorectal Surgery: Recovery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Colorectal Surgery: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

By Rachael Zimlich, BSN, RN

Colorectal Surgery: How to Prepare

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Colorectal Surgery: Purpose of Colorectal Surgery

By Rachael Zimlich, BSN, RN

Gastrectomy Surgery: How to Prepare

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

Brain Aneurysm Surgery: Overview

Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD

Gastrectomy: Purpose of Gastrectomy Surgery

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

Exploratory Laparotomy: Long-Term Care

By Colleen Doherty, MD

Exploratory Laparotomy: Recovery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Exploratory Laparatomy: Purpose

By Colleen Doherty, MD

Weight Loss Surgery: How to Prepare

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

Exploratory Laparotomy: How to Prepare

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Exploratory Laparotomy: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Open Heart Surgery: Purpose of Open Heart Surgery

By Mark Gurarie

Hernia Surgery: How To Prepare

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Gallbladder Surgery: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

Gallbladder Surgery: Purpose of Gallbladder Surgery

Medically reviewed by Priyanka Chugh, MD

Mastectomy: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

Vasectomy: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

Medically reviewed by Matthew Wosnitzer, MD

Vasectomy: Purpose of Male Surgical Sterilization

Medically reviewed by Matthew Wosnitzer, MD

Hysterectomy: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

Medically reviewed by Jessica Shepherd, MD

Robotic Surgery: Everything You Need to Know

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder Removal): Overview

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH

Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF): Procedure, Complications, and Risks

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Tracheostomy: Uses, Procedure, Side Effects, and Results

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Tracheoesophageal Fistula

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Cricothyrotomy and Emergency Airway Management

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

What to Expect With Surgery for Nasal Polyps

Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD

Epidural Blood Patches

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Vascular Graft: Uses, Side Effects, Procedure, Results

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Arthroplasty: Uses, Side Effects, Procedure, Results

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Surgical Treatment of Pituitary Tumors

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Gastrectomy Surgery: What You Should Know

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Types of Feeding Tubes and Their Uses

Fact checked by Ashley Hall

Bloodless Surgery and Blood Conservation

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Liver Transplant: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Potential Risks and Complications of Cataract Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Sex Reassignment Surgery - Common Procedures and Costs

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

When You Are Undergoing Emergency Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Incisional Hernia: What It Is and How It's Treated

Medically reviewed by Brian Levine, MD

When You Need an Open-Heart Surgery Chest Tube

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Autologous Blood Donation for Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How Brain Death Is Explained and Diagnosed

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

Different Types of Bypass Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Gastric Bypass Surgery: Overview

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Duodenal Switch Weight Loss Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Types of Organ Donation and Related Costs

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

ERCP: Preparation, Recovery, Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Hernia Repair Surgery: Overview

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Splenectomy Is the Spleen Removal Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What to Know About Epigastric Hernia

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What to Expect During Pelvic Laparoscopy

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Umbilical Hernia Diagnosis, Treatment, and Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Overview of Femoral Hernia Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Heart Lung (Cardiopulmonary) Bypass for Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Exploratory Laparotomy: Overview

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

An Overview of Surgical Specialties

Medically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD

Carpal Tunnel Surgery: Preparation, Recovery, Long-Term Care

By Jonathan Cluett, MD

What You Should Know About Arthroscopy Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Hysterectomy: Overview

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Mohs Surgery: Purpose of Mohs Surgery

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

Hysterectomy: Purpose of Surgery to Remove the Uterus

Medically reviewed by Jessica Shepherd, MD

Laser Surgery for Cataracts: Prep, Recovery, Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Johnstone M. Kim, MD

Mastectomy: Purpose of Mastectomy

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

Vasectomy: How to Prepare

Medically reviewed by Matthew Wosnitzer, MD

Mastectomy: How to Prepare

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

Vasectomy: Recovery

Medically reviewed by Matthew Wosnitzer, MD

Vasectomy: Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Matthew Wosnitzer, MD

Cataract Surgery: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

Medically reviewed by Johnstone M. Kim, MD

Cataract Surgery: How To Prepare

Medically reviewed by Johnstone M. Kim, MD

Hernia Surgery: Purpose of Hernia Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Weight Loss Surgery: Purpose of Weight Loss Surgery

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

Vaginoplasty: Purpose of Vaginoplasty

By Colleen Doherty, MD

6 Common Gynecology Surgeries and Procedures

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Is Gastric Bypass Worth It? 7 Fact About Bariatric Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Possible Complications After a Tubal Ligation

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

An Overview of Pediatric Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Elderly Patients and Surgical Risk

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Choose a Hospital or Surgery Center

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Gastric Sleeve Surgery: Overview

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Butterfly Needles: Pros and Cons for Blood Draws and IVs

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

Should You Take the Flu Shot Before Surgery?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

6 Tips for Choosing a Great Surgeon

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

10 Things to Tell Your Surgeon Before Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Get a Second Opinion on Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Pay for Surgery Costs Without Insurance

Fact checked by Sheeren Jegtvig

Understanding Surgical Risks

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

How to Prepare for Oral Surgery

Medically reviewed by Sumaya Ibraheem, DDS

Liver Function Tests: Uses, Side Effects, Procedure, Results

Medically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DO

Assessing Surgical Risk in Those With Liver Disease

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Best Waiting Time Between Surgeries

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Treating Adenomyosis With Hysterectomy Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

When Can a Patient Decide to Say No to Surgery?

Fact checked by James Lacy

What Do Your PT, PTT, and INR Results Mean?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Improve Your Blood Lab Draw

Medically reviewed by Chris Vincent, MD

Why You Can't Eat or Drink Before Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Blood Thinners Before, During and After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Why You Remove Piercings and Jewelry Before Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Chem 7 Blood Chemistry Tests: Basic Metabolic Panel

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Versed (Midazolam) For Sedation and Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Types of Anesthesia Used During Surgery

Medically reviewed by Jenny A. Dhingra, MD

What Your CBC Blood Test Results Say About Your Health

Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO

Ways to Improve Your Surgery and Recovery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Pack for a Comfortable Hospital Stay

Fact checked by Elaine Hinzey, RD

What to Do If You Need to Have Surgery While Traveling

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How Quitting Smoking Can Benefit Surgery Patients

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What to Do If You Get Sick Before Your Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Marijuana, Surgery, and Anesthesia

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Decide If You Need Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Get Info on the Multiple Causes of Kidney Failure

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

Common Medications Before, During, and After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How To Do a Bowel Prep for Colonoscopy or Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Urinary Catheters Explained

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

10 Common Questions Before Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Understanding Common Blood Tests and What They Mean

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

When Anesthesia Awareness Occurs

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Transfusions of Packed Red Blood Cells (PRBCs)

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Why a Central Line Is Necessary and Associated Risks

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Blood Work Tests Before Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Common Blood and Imaging Tests Before and After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Important Questions to Ask Before You Have Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Understanding and Dealing With a Fear of Surgery

Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD

How to Prepare for Your Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Why Heart Surgery and Other Types of Surgery Cost So Much

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Vecuronium Norcuron (Anesthesia Drug)

Medically reviewed by Violetta Shamilova, PharmD

How Diprivan Is Used During Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Hernia Surgery: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

By Mark Gurarie

Vaginoplasty: How to Prepare

By Colleen Doherty, MD

Surgical Scars: Coping, Support, and Living Well

By Heidi Moawad, MD

Pneumomediastinum: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Coping

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Tracheostomy Care

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Using Narcan (Naloxone) as Overdose Treatment

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Constipation After Surgery and How to Treat It

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Understanding Stool Changes After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

When Does Fever After Surgery Become a Concern?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What to Expect When Recovering From Surgery

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

Peritonitis: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Medically reviewed by Andy Miller, MD

How to Control Post-Surgery Pain Management

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

The Types of Post-Surgery Pain You May Experience

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Respiratory Therapy After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Timing of Recovering After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

When a Ventilator Is Necessary

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

Types of Debridement of a Wound

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Types of Lower Extremity Amputations

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Common Causes of Constipation After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Malnutrition After Gastric Bypass Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Treatments

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Prevent or Minimize Surgery Scars

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD

What to Know About How Wounds Are Closed

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Surgical Wound Dehiscence and Evisceration

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Step-By-Step Surgical Bandage Changing Instructions

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Complications and Common Problems After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Causes and Cures for Trouble Sleeping After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Causes of Sore Throat After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Causes of Hypertension After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Signs and Symptoms of Depression After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How Long After Surgery Before You Can Take a Bath

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Pus: Types, Causes, Treatment, Prevention

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Morphine and Surgery: Drug Usage, Side Effects, and Risks

Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD

Breathing Treatments After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Signs and Symptoms of an Infection After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Recovering After Hemorrhoid Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What to Do If You Can't Urinate After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Delirium After Surgery While Hospitalized

Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD

Ten Common Complications and Concerns After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Dosage, Risks and Side Effects of Fentanyl With Surgery

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

When Can I Drive After Anesthesia?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Tests and Results

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Difference Between Sepsis Infection and Septic Shock

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

High Blood Sugar Levels After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Do-Eun Lee, MD

Overview of Blood Culture Lab Test Results

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Sepsis: Overview and More

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

Pus and Your Surgical Incision

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Having Anal Sex After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

Atelectasis After Surgery - What is Atelectasis

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Preventing and Treating Pressure Ulcers After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What's in Your IV Pain Meds?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Experiencing Chest Pain After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Tips for Losing Weight After Weight-Loss Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Care for a Surgical Wound - Incision Care Made Easy

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Caring for Your Incision After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Common Infections Acquired During Hospital Stays

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Care for Dissolvable Stitches

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What to Do If a Surgical Incision Starts to Open

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Numbness and Tingling After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

The Most Common Problems After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How Cellulitis Can Be Treated

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Toradol for Pain Relief After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Observation, Outpatient, or Inpatient Status Explained

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Recovering Quickly After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Cope After Organ Transplant Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

When Is It Safe to Have Sex After Surgery?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Treament for Nausea and Vomiting After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Feeling Fatigue After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

TUR Syndrome and Prostate Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Proper Hand Washing Technique in Healthcare

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Blood Thinners After Heart Valve Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Dilaudid for Pain Relief After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Kidney and Urinary Tract Complications After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Mouth and Throat Care After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Remove Steri-Strips Safely After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

Types of Drainage From a Surgical Wound

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

10 Ways To Improve Your Recovery After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What to Eat After Surgery and What to Avoid

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

15 Tips for Better Sleep in the Hospital

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

10 Things to Do After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Understanding Hospital Acronyms for Floors and Units

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Blood Transfusions and Blood Donation

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

The Importance of Coughing After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Learn About Medicinal Leeches

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Staph Infection: Overview and More

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Nausea and Vomiting After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

7 Things Patients Should and Shouldn't Do After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Top 10 Items You Should Have at Home After a Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How to Care for Your Surgical Drain at Home

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

Blood Clots During and After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Diagnosis and Treatment of Urosepsis

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

Treating Post-Vasectomy Pain

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Ativan: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Tylenol After Surgery – Acetaminophen Drug Information

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Surgery Recovery - Pain Management and Coping

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Kegel Exercises After Surgery for Men and Women

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Importance of Flatulence and Gas After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Postoperative Risks of Anemia and Blood Loss

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

How Long Will Recovery From Surgery Take?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

The Risks of Blood Transfusions

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO

Causes of Confusion After Surgery and Anesthesia

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Healing Your Scabs After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

Preventing Infections After Your Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Oral Surgery Recovery Guidelines

Medically reviewed by Sumaya Ibraheem, DDS

How Much Pain Is Acceptable After Surgery?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Using Peroxide and Alcohol on an Incision

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Lactated Ringer's Solution: Uses and Side Effect

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What Is Heparin and Why Is It Used?

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

The Truth About Redheads and Pain Meds

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Procalcitonin Blood Test Results and What They Mean

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Percocet and Surgery Risks and Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Violetta Shamilova, PharmD

Lovenox: What You Should Know After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

What You Should Know Before Taking Lasix After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

The Use of Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) After Surgery

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Best and Worst Gifts for a Hospital Patient

Fact checked by Sheeren Jegtvig

Gallbladder Surgery Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS

Mastectomy Surgery: Recovery

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

Cataract Surgery: Long-Term Care

By Mark Gurarie

Mastectomy Surgery: Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

Vaginoplasty: Recovery

By Colleen Doherty, MD

Hernia Surgery: Long-Term Care

By Mark Gurarie

Hernia Surgery: Recovery

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD

What Cosmetic Surgeries Are Covered by Medicare?

Fact checked by Ashley Hall

Hair Transplant Surgery: Procedures, Risks, Recovery

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD

Overview of 3 Types of Scars

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD

How Intersex Is Determined and Surgeries Available

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Silicone and Its Use in Breast Implants

Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD

Botox Alternatives for Smoothing Wrinkles

Medically reviewed by Maria M. LoTempio, MD

Why Some People Are Immune to the Effects of Botox

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD

Common Types of Plastic Surgery for Men

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD

Capsulotomy in Breast Implant Surgery Overview

Medically reviewed by Maria M. LoTempio, MD

Capsulectomy: Preparation, Recovery, Long-Term Care

Medically reviewed by Maria M. LoTempio, MD

How Q-Switched Lasers Are Used

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD

Intravenous (IV) Sedation Uses and Benefits

Medically reviewed by Scott Sundick, MD

Selective Photothermolysis for Skin Conditions

Medically reviewed by Maria M. LoTempio, MD

Hypodermis of the Skin Anatomy and Physiology

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD

Venous Ulcer Overview: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment

Medically reviewed by Maria M. LoTempio, MD

How the Fraxel Procedure Works

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD

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Bad Plastic Surgery Complications and Realities

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Post-Pregnancy Plastic Surgery

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Infection After Plastic Surgery

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What to Do After Bad Plastic Surgery

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Risks & Benefits of Plastic Surgery

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Learn About the Emotional Aftermath of Plastic Surgery

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Ask Your Plastic Surgeon About Their Revision Policy

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Risks of Using Herbal Supplements Before Surgery

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History of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

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Nerve Damage After Plastic Surgery

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Find out If Insurance Will Cover Your Plastic Surgery

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11 Questions to Ask Your Plastic Surgeon

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Ethics and Principles in Plastic Surgery

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Can Bad Plastic Surgery Be Fixed?

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Vaginoplasty: Overview

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Vaginoplasty: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery

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Vaginoplasty: Long-Term Care

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What Are the Different Types of Vaginoplasty?

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How Tissue Expanders Are Used in Breast Reconstruction

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Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy

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What Happens During Post-Mohs Reconstructive Surgery

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Microtia: Birth Defect of the Ear

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TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction: Uses, Procedure, Results

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Latissimus Dorsi Flap: Uses, Side Effects, Procedure, Results

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Breast Implants for Reconstruction After Mastectomy

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DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction: Uses, Procedure, Risks, Results

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Free or Low-Cost Reconstructive Surgery

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The Best Age to Repair a Cleft Lip or Palate

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Breast Prostheses Options After Breast Cancer

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Breast Implants and Reconstruction After Mastectomy

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Gender Affirmation Surgeries: Common Questions and Answers

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Pressure Ulcers: Overview and More

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Breast Tissue Expander Rupture: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

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Nipple and Areola Reconstruction

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Flap Techniques Used in Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

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Skin Grafts: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

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IGAP Flap Breast Reconstruction: Uses, Procedure, Recovery

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Pictures of Skin Cancer Reconstruction

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Eye Bag Surgery: Prep, Recovery, Long-Term Results

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Double Eyelid Surgery (Asian Blepharoplasty): Overview

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Eyelid Surgery: Preparation, Recovery, Long-Term Care

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Are Liquid Silicone Injections Safe?

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Comparing Different Types of Facial Fillers

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Avoiding Facial Fillers Gone Wrong

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SMAS Facelift: Submuscular Aponeurotic System

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Permanent Blindness After Facial Injections or Fillers

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Microneedling Facial Treatment

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What Materials Are Used for a Liquid Face Lift?

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The Liquid or No-Surgery Face Lift

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How to Resurface Your Skin With Retinoids

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What to Know About BOTOX Cosmetic

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Resurfacing Skin at Home With Glycolic Acid

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Comparing Traditional and Liquid Filler Face-Lifts

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The Basics of Juvederm Voluma XC Filler

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How Dermal Fillers Work to Smooth Wrinkles

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The Remarkable Story of Botox

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Guide to 7 Facial Wrinkles Smoothed by Botox

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Benefits and Risks of Facelifts Without Surgery

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All About Blepharoplasty and Hooded Eyelid Surgery

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How to Take Care of Your Face After a Facelift

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Nose Correction Without Surgery

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What to Know When Considering Platysmaplasty Surgery

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What to Know About Laser Skin Resurfacing Peels

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Reducing Risk of Cancer After a Kidney Transplant

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Graft-Versus-Host Disease: Overview and More

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Graft-Versus-Host Disease: Coping, Support, Living Well

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Graft-Versus-Host Disease: Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

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How Graft-Versus-Host Disease Is Treated

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How Graft-Versus-Host Disease Is Diagnosed

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Stomach or Multivisceral Transplant: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

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Immunosuppressants: Uses, Side Effects, Precautions

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Face Transplant: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

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Head Transplant: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

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MELD Score: Uses, Side Effects, Procedure, Results

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Brain Cell Transplants: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

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Penis Transplant Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

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Autologous Stem Cell Transplant: Procedure and Recovery

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Kidney Transplant: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

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Understanding Heart Transplants

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Pancreas Transplant: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

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Uterus Transplant: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

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Hand Transplant: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

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Bioprinting: What It Is and How It’s Used in Medicine

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Correcting Eye Problems Surgically

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Paying for Organ Transplant Surgery

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Organ Transplant Waiting List Patient Requirements

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Top 6 Single-Organ Transplants

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Seniors as Kidney Donors and Transplant Recipients

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How to Get on a Kidney Transplant Waiting List

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What You Need to Know About Organ Transplants

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Bone Loss and Fractures After Organ Transplantation

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Understanding and Preventing Organ Transplant Rejection

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How to Donate an Organ to a Friend or Family Member

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Bone Marrow Transplant: Donor Selection, Surgery, and Recovery

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The 8 Best Transplant Support Groups of 2020

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