Tests and Procedures

What Is the Gastric Bypass Eating Plan? A gastric bypass eating plan provides dietary instructions for people who have undergone weight loss surgery such as gastric…

Overview Living donation can save lives, but many people have questions about the costs and insurance details before taking the next step. The recipient’s insurance usually…

Overview Many people wonder if giving a kidney can lead to long-term health problems. Healthy people who donate a kidney face few long-term risks, but there…

Overview Understanding how blastocyst development works in IVF can make a big difference for those looking into fertility treatments. A blastocyst is an early stage embryo…

Overview Circumcision changes how the penis looks by removing the foreskin, which is the fold of skin covering the head of the penis. Doctors, parents, or…

Overview Many people wonder what to expect after a hysterectomy, especially when it comes to bleeding. A small amount of bleeding after a hysterectomy is usually…

Overview Many people struggle with persistent ankle pain or injuries that do not get better with rest and basic treatments. Sometimes, these issues make it hard…

Many people experience mild diarrhea after gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy), often because increased bile acids enter the GI tract and act as a laxative. For most, this…

Overview After gallbladder removal, follow a diet that is low in fat and gentle on digestion to help your body adjust. Many people notice that fatty,…

Overview Ventricular tachycardia ablation is a medical procedure that treats a fast and abnormal heart rhythm starting in the lower chambers of the heart. This treatment…