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Fast-track Evaluation for Adults with Congenital Heart Disease
… ventricle, interfering with its function. The treatment is to replace the pulmonary valve before there is irreparable damage to the right ventricle. "A large … unable to run, for instance, just seem normal. Simply put, most cardiologists are not comfortable advising their adult …
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Robotic Gastrectomy
… A gastrectomy is a surgical removal of all or part of the stomach. When … can be a good option to treat gastric adenocarcinoma, the most common form of stomach cancer, especially for obese … cancer is uncommon in the United States, which means that most surgeons do not have a significant amount of experience …
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Hospital Researchers Create New Esophageal Disorders Program
… Bessler, MD. The underlying philosophy of the program is to treat patients for esophageal disorders as early and as … and Julian Abrams, MD (gastroenterology/BE). Most esophageal adenocarcinoma originates from damage caused … limit acid reflux by 50% to 70%. "Treatment for reflux by most physicians includes everything from over-the-counter to …
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Hepatitis: Autoimmune Hepatitis
… Autoimmune hepatitis is inflammation caused by the body’s immune system attacking … to certain viruses and drugs, are thought to be the most likely cause. There are two types of autoimmune hepatitis: Type 1 : This is the most common form of autoimmune hepatitis. About half the …
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The End of the Liver Wars: A Victory in the Battle for Liver Transplant Equity
… Now, patients within 500 nautical miles of a donation site are eligible, focusing on medical urgency rather than … away from strict reliance on local OPOs, the process is faster, reducing waitlist deaths. Ongoing data collection … gravely ill, in need of a brand-new version of one of the most vital organs in your body: the liver. And the only real …
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Radiation Therapy for Pancreatic Cancer
… Radiation therapy is a safe and effective treatment for pancreatic cancer and … deliver remarkably similar results. What matters most is the skill of the radiation oncology team … present – Radiation therapy can "clean up" the surgical site to ensure that all the cancer gets removed. How Does ART …
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Heart Valve Disease: COAPT Trial
… The Heart Valve Center at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia is currently enrolling patients in the COAPT Trial,* which is evaluating a catheter-based (non-surgical) treatment for … What are the risks associated with MitraClip? While most people tolerate the procedure very well, there are risks …
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Pediatric Robotic Hepatobiliary Surgery Program at Columbia
… Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center is the only hospital in New York that offers robotic surgery … surgery uses small incisions to access the surgical site, avoiding the large incisions associated with … consistently provide outstanding outcomes, even with the most difficult cases. Cutting-Edge Technology Our program …
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Spina Bifida/Myelomeningocele
… Spina bifida is a defect in which the spine and spinal cord do not form … not close or develop properly. Myelomeningocele is the most severe type of spina bifida. It occurs when the bones of … the risk of spina bifida. Ethnicity : Spina bifida most frequently occurs in whites and Hispanics. Gender : …
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Thyroid Awareness Month - Introduction
… September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month. Thyroid cancer is one of the most common cancers and is the fastest growing in terms of … and appropriate treatment, we can successfully treat most patients. Thyroid cancer is best treated with a …
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Congenital Heart Diseases
… Congenital heart disease is a general term for any defect or malformation of the heart … is born with a congenital heart disease, making it the most common type of birth defect. Key Facts The word … certain environmental and genetic risk factors appear most likely to play a role. A variety of diagnostic methods …
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Esophageal Dilation
… About Esophageal dilation is a treatment option for patients with achalasia. During … dilatation in some patients. Pneumatic dilation is most effective long term in patients over the age of 40; the … . Learn more about our efforts to bring you the clearest, most accurate, and most human health resources available. …
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Multinodular Goiter
… can either be a simple goiter where the whole thyroid is bigger than normal or a multinodular goiter where there … It is not known what causes multinodular goiters in most cases, but iodine deficiency (i.e. too little iodine in … shown to lead to multinodular goiters. Signs and Symptoms Most multinodular goiters do not cause symptoms and are …
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Pediatric Vascular Anomalies
… different types of each. About one in every 10 children is born with a vascular tumor. The most common are hemangiomas, which usually do not require … for carrying blood, fails to develop normally. The most common cause is a random mutation. However, they can …
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Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis
… | Diagnosis | Treatment | Prognosis/Outcomes How Is Thyroid Cancer Diagnosed? Most people who are eventually diagnosed with thyroid cancer … helps regulate the production of other thyroid hormones. Most patients with thyroid cancer will have normal TSH …
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