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Laparoscopy  (tests & procedures)

Laparoscopy is a procedure that utilizes a laparoscope, a thin flexible tube containing a video camera to examine the organs of the abdominal cavity.

Glossary - Cancer Center

Glossary of terms relating to cancer

Glossary - Liver, Biliary, and Pancreatic Disorders

Glossary of terms relating to liver, biliary, and pancreatic disorders

Glossary - Men's Health

Glossary of terms relating to men's health

Appendectomy  (tests & procedures)

A person's appendix is sugically removed if they develop appendicitis - an inflammation of the appendix caused by infection.

Bone Densitometry  (tests & procedures)

Bone densitometry is used primarily to diagnose osteoporosis and to determine fracture risk.

Cholecystectomy  (tests & procedures)

A cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder and is performed if it develops gallstones, becomes inflamed or infected, or is cancerous.

Appendicitis

Detailed information on appendicitis, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment

Glossary - Transplantation

Glossary of terms relating to transplantation in children

Iron-Deficiency Anemia

Detailed information on aplastic anemia, including cause, symptom, diagnosis, and treatment

Tracheoesophageal Fistula and Esophageal Atresia

Detailed information on tracheoesophageal fistula and esophageal atresia, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment