Clinically node-negative oral squamous cell carcinoma poses a treatment challenge. Occult metastases occur in a significant number of patients. Surgeons traditionally perform elective neck dissection to address this risk. Sentinel lymph node biopsy offers a less invasive alternative. It identifies the first draining lymph nodes. Surgeons then examine these nodes for cancer cells. A negative […]
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In this article we will discuss Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC in Peritoneal Malignancies
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Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB)
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB): This is the most common type of gastric bypass surgery. It involves creating a small pouch at the top of the stomach, which is then directly connected to the small intestine, bypassing a large portion of the stomach and the first part of the small intestine. This reduces the amount of […]
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Cholecystectomy (Indications)
Cholecystectomy (Indications) Cholecystectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the gallbladder, a small organ located under the liver that stores bile, a digestive fluid produced by the liver. This operation is commonly performed to treat gallstones and the complications they cause, such as inflammation, infection, or blockages of the bile ducts. Indications for Cholecystectomy: Gallstones […]
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Herniorrhaphy
Herniorrhaphy, also known as hernia repair surgery, is a surgical procedure used to correct inguinal hernias by pushing the protruding tissue back into the abdomen and repairing the weakened area of the abdominal wall. Open Herniorrhaphy (Open Repair): This traditional approach involves making an incision in the inguinal area to directly access and repair the […]
In this article we will discuss Biliopancreatic Diversion (Overview)