Gallbladder-surgery update
Article Abstract:
Patients undergoing gallbladder surgery should choose doctors who are experienced and skilled in the operation to avoid unnecessary injury. Inexperienced surgeons may cut the patient's bile duct, if they mistakes it for the gallbladder and this can cause pain and even death.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest (Canadian)
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0413
Year: 1993
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No-surgery breast biopsy
Article Abstract:
Stereotactic needle biopsy is a new technique developed as an alternative to surgical biopsy for breast abnormalities. The innovative biopsy method causes minimum discomfort, requires only local anesthesia and can be performed within 20 to 40 minutes.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest (Canadian)
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0413
Year: 1992
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High-tech sinus surgery
Article Abstract:
Endoscopic surgery provides sinus patients with a relatively bloodless alternative to conventional surgery. However, the procedure involves potential risks, since surgery is done near the eyes and brain.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest (Canadian)
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0413
Year: 1992
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