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Labia Reduction

Labia reduction may be utilized in cases of abnormally large or asymmetrical labia. Labia reduction.... read more

Laminectomy

During a laminectomy, parts of disc and/or bone are removed in order to widen the spinal canal. This.... read more

Laminotomy

During a laminotomy, parts of disc and/or bone are removed in order to widen the spinal canal. This .... read more

Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery (LE...

A minimally invasive procedure, laparoendoscopic single-site surgery involves a single retroperitone.... read more

Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery for...

A minimally invasive procedure, laparoendoscopic single-site surgery for adrenal gland removal invol.... read more

Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery for...

A minimally invasive procedure, laparoendoscopic single-site surgery for gallbladder removal involve.... read more

Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery for...

A minimally invasive procedure, laparoendoscopic single-site surgery for kidney removal involves a s.... read more

Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery for...

A minimally invasive procedure, laparoendoscopic single-site surgery for repair of the ureteropelvic.... read more

Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding

During laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, an adjustable band is placed around the upper part o.... read more

Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy

During a laparoscopic adrenalectomy, one or both adrenal glands are removed. This procedure is perfo.... read more

Laparoscopic Appendectomy

During a laparoscopic appendectomy, the appendix is removed from the abdominal cavity. This procedur.... read more

Laparoscopic Bilateral Adrenalectomy

During laparoscopic bilateral adrenalectomy, both adrenal glands are removed. This procedure is perf.... read more

Laparoscopic Bilateral Oophorectomy

During laparoscopic bilateral oophorectomy, both ovaries are removed. This procedure is performed wi.... read more

Laparoscopic Bilateral Salpingectomy

During laparoscopic bilateral salpingectomy, both fallopian tubes are removed. This procedure is per.... read more

Laparoscopic Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorec...

Laparoscopic bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy involves the removal of both fallopian tubes and the ov.... read more

Laparoscopic Bilateral Salpingostomy

During laparoscopic bilateral salpingostomy, an ectopic pregnancy or other type of blockage is remov.... read more

Laparoscopic Biliopancreatic Diversion

A minimally invasive procedure, laparoscopic biliopancreatic diversion involves removing 70 percent .... read more

Laparoscopic Burch Procedure for Bladder...

Laparoscopic Burch procedure for bladder neck suspension involves securing the neck of the bladder t.... read more

Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy involves the removal of the gallbladder. This procedure is performed wi.... read more

Laparoscopic Cholecystostomy

Laparoscopic cholecystostomy involves the creation of an opening from the gallbladder to the outside.... read more

Laparoscopic Choledochal Cyst Excision

Laparoscopic choledochal cyst excision involves the removal of a choledochal cyst that causes the he.... read more

Laparoscopic Choledochojejunostomy

Laparoscopic choledochojejunostomy involves the creation of a new connection from the common bile du.... read more

Laparoscopic Colectomy

A laparoscopic colectomy involves the removal of the colon. This procedure is performed with a minim.... read more

Laparoscopic Colostomy

A minimally invasive bowel diversion surgery, a laparoscopic colostomy is performed after the remova.... read more

Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploratio...

Laparoscopic common bile duct exploration involves the removal of stones that have blocked the bile .... read more

Laparoscopic Cystduodenostomy

A laparoscopic cystduodenostomy involves the creation of a connection between a pancreatic cyst and .... read more

Laparoscopic Cystectomy

A laparoscopic cystectomy involves the removal of the bladder and the construction of a new bladder..... read more

Laparoscopic Cystgastrostomy

A laparoscopic cystgastrostomy involves the creation of a connection between a pancreatic cyst and t.... read more

Laparoscopic Cystjejunostomy

A laparoscopic cystjejunostomy involves the creation of a connection between a pancreatic cyst and t.... read more

Laparoscopic Cystoprostatectomy

A laparoscopic cystoprostatectomy involves the removal of the prostate gland and the bladder. A new .... read more

Laparoscopic Distal Pancreatectomy

Laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy involves the removal of the end of the pancreas. This procedure i.... read more

Laparoscopic Distal Subtotal Gastrectomy...

A laparoscopic distal subtotal gastrectomy involves the removal of the part of the stomach located c.... read more

Laparoscopic Duodenal Switch

During laparoscopic duodenal switch, the stomach is cut vertically, leaving a narrow column leading .... read more

Laparoscopic Enterolysis

During laparoscopic enterolysis, intestinal adhesions are cut apart. This procedure is performed wit.... read more

Laparoscopic Esophageal Resection

Laparoscopic esophageal resection involves the removal of most of the esophagus. The stomach is pull.... read more

Laparoscopic Esophagogastrectomy

A laparoscopic esophagogastrectomy involves the removal of most or all of the esophagus and part of .... read more

Laparoscopic Fundoplication

During laparoscopic fundoplication, a portion of the stomach is wrapped around the bottom of the eso.... read more

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal

Laparoscopic gallbladder removal involves the removal of the gallbladder. This procedure is performe.... read more

Laparoscopic Gastrectomy

A minimally invasive surgery, laparoscopic gastrectomy is performed to remove part or all of the sto.... read more

Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery

Laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery involves stapling the stomach in order to create a small pouch. .... read more

Laparoscopic Gastroduodenostomy

Laparoscopic gastroduodenostomy involves the creation of a new connection between the stomach and du.... read more

Laparoscopic Gastrostomy

Laparoscopic gastrostomy involves the insertion of a feeding tube through the skin and into the stom.... read more

Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy

Laparoscopic Heller myotomy involves the weakening of the muscle at the junction of the stomach and .... read more

Laparoscopic Hemicolectomy

Laparoscopic hemicolectomy involves the removal of the right or left half of the colon. This procedu.... read more

Laparoscopic Ileostomy

During laparoscopic ileostomy, the ileum (the last part of the small intestine) is connected to the .... read more

Laparoscopic Inguinal-Femoral Hernia Rep...

During laparoscopic inguinal-femoral hernia repair, the hernia sac is repaired or pushed back into t.... read more

Laparoscopic Kidney Cyst Decortication

A minimally invasive procedure, laparoscopic kidney cyst decortication is the process of draining la.... read more

Laparoscopic Left Lateral Segmentectomy

During laparoscopic left lateral segmentectomy, the left lateral segment of the liver is removed. Th.... read more

Laparoscopic Marshall-Marchetti-Krantz P...

During laparoscopic Marshall-Marchetti-Krantz procedure for bladder neck suspension, the neck of the.... read more

Laparoscopic Meniscectomy

During laparoscopic meniscectomy, a torn or damaged meniscus cartilage of the knee is repaired. This.... read more

Laparoscopic Myomectomy

During laparoscopic myomectomy, fibroids are removed from the uterus. This procedure is performed wi.... read more

Laparoscopic Nephroureterectomy

During laparoscopic nephroureterectomy, a kidney and ureter are removed. This procedure is performed.... read more

Laparoscopic Oophorectomy

During laparoscopic oophorectomy, one or both ovaries are removed. This procedure is performed with .... read more

Laparoscopic Pancreatic Pseudocyst Drain...

During laparoscopic pancreatic pseudocyst drainage, fluid from symptomatic pseudocysts is removed. T.... read more

Laparoscopic Partial Colectomy

A minimally invasive procedure, laparoscopic partial colectomy is performed to remove part of the co.... read more

Laparoscopic Partial Thyroidectomy

During laparoscopic partial thyroidectomy, the diseased part of the thyroid gland is removed. This p.... read more

Laparoscopic Proctocolectomy

During a laparoscopic proctocolectomy, the rectum and colon are removed. This procedure is performed.... read more

Laparoscopic Prophylactic Oophorectomy

During laparoscopic prophylactic oophorectomy, the ovaries are removed in order to reduce the risk o.... read more

Laparoscopic Prostatectomy

During a laparoscopic prostatectomy, the prostate gland is removed. This procedure is performed with.... read more

Laparoscopic Proximal Subtotal Gastrecto...

During laparoscopic proximal subtotal gastrectomy, the part of the stomach closest to the esophagus .... read more

Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty

During laparoscopic pyeloplasty, the ureter is repaired. This procedure is performed with a minimall.... read more

Laparoscopic Pyloroplasty

During laparoscopic pyloroplasty, the pylorus (muscular valve located between the stomach and duoden.... read more

Laparoscopic Radical Cystoprostatectomy

During a laparoscopic radical cystoprostatectomy, the prostate gland, bladder, and seminal vesicles .... read more

Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy

During a laparoscopic radical prostatectomy, the prostate gland and seminal vesicles are removed. Th.... read more

Laparoscopic Rectal Prolapse Surgery

During laparoscopic rectal prolapse surgery, rectal prolapse (slipping of the rectum through the anu.... read more

Laparoscopic Repair of Perforated Duoden...

During laparoscopic repair of perforated duodenal ulcer, a perforated ulcer in the lining of the duo.... read more

Laparoscopic Retrograde Cholecystectomy

During laparoscopic repair of perforated duodenal ulcer, a perforated ulcer in the lining of the duo.... read more

Laparoscopic Salpingectomy

During laparoscopic salpingectomy, a fallopian tube is removed. This procedure is performed with a m.... read more

Laparoscopic Salpingo-Oophorectomy

During laparoscopic salpingo-oophorectomy, one or both fallopian tubes and ovaries are removed. This.... read more

Laparoscopic Salpingostomy

During laparoscopic salpingostomy, an ectopic pregnancy or blockage is removed from one or both fall.... read more

Laparoscopic Small Intestine Partial Res...

During laparoscopic small intestine partial resection, one or more sections of the small intestine a.... read more

Laparoscopic Spigelian Hernia Repair

During laparoscopic spigelian hernia repair, the hernia sac is repaired or pushed back into the abdo.... read more

Laparoscopic Splenectomy

During laparoscopic splenectomy, the spleen is removed. This procedure is performed with a minimally.... read more

Laparoscopic Thyroid Lobectomy

During laparoscopic thyroid lobectomy, approximately one quarter of the thyroid gland is removed. Th.... read more

Laparoscopic Thyroidectomy

A minimally invasive procedure, laparoscopic thyroidectomy is the removal of the thyroid gland. A la.... read more

Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation

During laparoscopic tubal ligation, the fallopian tubes are tied off or blocked in order to prevent .... read more

Laparoscopic Umbilical Hernia Repair

During laparoscopic umbilical hernia repair, the hernia sac is repaired or pushed back into the abdo.... read more

Laparoscopic Unilateral Oophorectomy

Laparoscopic unilateral oophorectomy involves the removal of one ovary. This procedure is performed .... read more

Laparoscopic Unilateral Salpingectomy

During laparoscopic unilateral salpingectomy, one or two fallopian tubes are removed. This procedure.... read more

Laparoscopic Unilateral Salpingo-Oophore...

During laparoscopic unilateral salpingo-oophorectomy, a single fallopian tube and ovary is removed. .... read more

Laparoscopic Unilateral Salpingostomy

During laparoscopic unilateral salpingostomy, an ectopic pregnancy or other blockage is removed from.... read more

Laparoscopic Vagotomy

During laparoscopic vagotomy, part of the vagus nerve in the esophagus is removed. This procedure is.... read more

Laparoscopic Vertical Banded Gastroplast...

During laparoscopic vertical banded gastroplasty, the top of the stomach is stapled in order to crea.... read more

Laparoscopic Vesicoureteral Reflux Repai...

During laparoscopic vesicoureteral reflux repair, the ureter that empties to the bladder is repaired.... read more

Laparoscopic Wedge Resection of the Live...

Laparoscopic wedge resection of the liver involves the removal of a surface tumor and a large amount.... read more

Laparoscopic Whipple Operation

During the laparoscopic Whipple operation, the head of the pancreas is removed, along with part of t.... read more

Laparoscopic-Assisted Endorectal Colon P...

Laparoscopic-assisted endorectal colon pull-through involves cutting away the part of the colon that.... read more

Laparoscopic-Assisted Pull-Through Proce...

During laparoscopic-assisted pull-through procedure for imperforate anus, the rectum is brought to a.... read more

Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hyster...

During laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy, the cervix and uterus are removed. This proce.... read more

Laparotomy

A laparotomy is a procedure that involves making an abdominal incision so that the abdominal cavity .... read more

Laryngopharyngectomy

During a laryngopharyngectomy, the larynx and pharynx are removed. A tracheostomy is used so that th.... read more

Laryngoscopy

During laryngoscopy, an endoscopic visualization of the larynx is performed in order to diagnose and.... read more

Laryngotracheoplasty

During laryngotracheoplasty, a surgical incision is made in the cricoid cartilage in the neck in ord.... read more

Laser Bronchoscopy

During laser bronchoscopy, tumors of the airway are ablated with the use of thermal energy from a ga.... read more

Laser Cyclophotocoagulation

During laser cyclophotocoagulation, a neodymium:YAG laser is used to destroy part of the ciliary bod.... read more

Laser Midline Glossectomy

During laser midline glossectomy, the size of the tongue through the midline is reduced. In some cas.... read more

Laser Peripheral Iridotomy

During laser peripheral iridotomy, laser technology is used to create a small hole in the iris that .... read more

Laser Skin Resurfacing

During laser skin resurfacing, laser technology is used to smooth out the surface of the skin. Lase.... read more

LASIK

LASIK surgery uses laser assistance to correct sight issues. During the procedure, the top layer of .... read more

Le Fort I Osteotomy

A bone surgery, Le Fort I osteotomy involves realigning or strengthening the upper jaw, usually to b.... read more

Le Fort II Osteotomy

A bone surgery, Le Fort II osteotomy involves moving the nose and upper jaw together in order to ali.... read more

Le Fort III Osteotomy

A bone surgery, Le Fort III osteotomy involves moving the nose, cheek bones and upper jaw together i.... read more

Left Lateral Segmentectomy

During left lateral segmentectomy, the left lateral segment of the liver is removed. Left lateral s.... read more

Left Subclavian Flap Angioplasty for Aor...

Left subclavian flap angioplasty for aortic coarctation involves widening the narrowed section of th.... read more

Left Ventricular Aneurysmectomy

During left ventricular aneurysmectomy, dead and scarred tissue and/or an aneurysm in the left ventr.... read more

Left Ventricular Assist Device Placement...

During left ventricular assist device placement, a battery-operated machine is connected to the left.... read more

Leg Amputation

The leg is amputated due to injury or serious disease. Some of the conditions that may be treated wi.... read more

Leg Fasciotomy

Leg fasciotomy involves cutting open the soft tissue of the leg and removing diseased tissue. The wo.... read more

Leg Lengthening

Leg lengthening involves gradually lengthening the leg over the span of several months. This process.... read more

Limb Shortening

Limb shortening involves the shortening of one limb that is longer than its opposite limb. When perf.... read more

Lingual Frenectomy

During lingual frenectomy, the lingual frenulum is detached and removed. The lingual frenulum is the.... read more

Lingualplasty

During lingualplasty, the size of the tongue is reduced laterally and through the midline. In some c.... read more

Lip Augmentation with Implants

Lip augmentation with implants involves reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines around th.... read more

Lip Augmentation with Injectable Fillers...

Lip augmentation with injectable fillers is a type of plastic surgery that reduces the appearance of.... read more

Lip Lift

During a lip lift, the distance between the nose and upper lip is reduced. A lip lift is performed .... read more

Lip Reduction

During lip reduction, large and protruding lips are reduced by removing a strip of tissue from one o.... read more

Lip Shave

During a lip shave, precancerous tissue or a tumor is removed from the lip either with a scalpel or .... read more

Liposuction

Liposuction consists of the removal of fat deposits that are located under the skin. The procedure c.... read more

Liposuction Labiaplasty

Liposuction labiaplasty involves removing extra fatty tissue from the labia. Liposuction labiaplas.... read more

Liver Biopsy

During a liver biopsy, a small amount of tissue from the liver is removed for further examination an.... read more

Liver Resection

During liver resection, a portion of the liver is removed through a large incision in the abdomen. .... read more

Liver Transplant

During a liver transplant, a damaged or diseased liver is removed and then replaced with a healthy l.... read more

Living Donor Liver Transplant

A living donor liver transplant may be performed in cases of hemochromatosis, cystic fibrosis, liver.... read more

Lobectomy

A lobectomy involves the removal of one lobe from the lung. A lobectomy is performed in cases of lu.... read more

Local Transanal Resection

During local transanal resection, a small stage rectal tumor and some surrounding tissue is cut out..... read more

Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure

Loop electrosurgical excision procedure involves the removal of abnormal layers of tissue from the c.... read more

Low Anterior Resection

A lower abdominal surgery, low anterior resection involves cutting out the upper part of the rectum .... read more

Low Dose Rate Brachytherapy for Cervical...

An internal radiation therapy, low dose rate brachytherapy for cervical cancer involves the use of r.... read more

Low Dose Rate Brachytherapy for Colorect...

An internal radiation therapy, low dose rate brachytherapy for colorectal cancer involves the use of.... read more

Low Dose Rate Brachytherapy for Prostate...

An internal radiation therapy, low dose rate brachytherapy for prostate cancer involves implanting r.... read more

Lumbar Discectomy

Lumbar discectomy involves the removal of a herniated disc from the lower spine. This procedure is p.... read more

Lumbar Drain Placement

A minor procedure, lumbar drain placement involves placing a needle into the subarachnoid space in t.... read more

Lumbar Laminectomy

During a lumbar laminectomy, parts of bone and/or disc are removed in order to widen the spinal cana.... read more

Lumbar Laminotomy

During a lumbar laminotomy, parts of bone and/or disc are removed in order to widen the spinal canal.... read more

Lumbar Puncture

During a lumbar puncture, a needle is placed into the subarachnoid space of the spinal column. . read more

Lumbar Spine Fusion

During lumbar spine fusion, two or more vertebrae located in the spine’s lumbar region are linked .... read more

Lumbar Sympathectomy

During a lumbar sympathectomy, the lumbar sympathetic nerves responsible for blood flow to lower ext.... read more

Lumpectomy

During a lumpectomy, a cancerous tumor and a margin of healthy tissue are removed from the breast. A.... read more

Lung Biopsy

During a lung biopsy, a small amount of lung tissue is removed so that it can be examined and tested.... read more

Lung Transplant

A lung transplant involves the removal of a diseased lung and its replacement with a healthy lung. T.... read more

Lung Volume Reduction Surgery

During lung volume reduction surgery, approximately 30 percent of both lungs are removed.. read more

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