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surgery
Diverticulitis Dilemma: Why Surgery May Not Guarantee Relief
Patients and surgeons navigate murky guidelines about whether to have surgery and what to do if surgery isn’t successful.
Multimillion Dollar Deal to Settle Breast-Surgery Suit
The lawsuit was launched against The Cosmetic Institute by patients who claimed they suffered distressing complications because of the negligence of the staff.
Attorney General Merrick Garland to Undergo Surgery for Spinal Stenosis
Mr. Garland’s procedure is reportedly minimally invasive and expected to last around 90 minutes.
Mental Health Check Now Mandatory Before Cosmetic Surgery
The regulations reflect a global trend in promoting a responsible and ethical landscape in the cosmetic surgery industry.
Is That Surgery You’re Thinking About Even Necessary?
Alternative treatments never makes it into clinical practices, and doctors continue with protocols that should be used as a last resort.
Anesthesia: The Lesser-Known Side Effect That Could Be Mind-Altering
Surgery is linked to cognitive decline and changes in personality and behavior among a significant number of older Americans.
Silence Around Surgical Errors Is Jeopardizing Patients, Experts Say
Patients display an unexpected silence about their own suffering—even when they know mistakes have been made.
