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Wilson’s Disease
… Wilson’s disease is a rare inherited genetic disorder that causes copper to … patients manage this disease. Key Facts Wilson’s disease is an inherited genetic condition, which means that it is passed down from parents to their children. Patients with …
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Atrial Tachycardia
… instead of pump. When this happens only part of the blood is forced out of the heart chamber. The blood pools inside … tachycardia: Sinus Tachycardia Sinus tachycardia is a normal increase in the heart rate. It is caused when the sinus node sends out signals faster than …
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Stories of Hope: Michael Weisz
… details in a public setting. However, I feel that it is important to describe some moments of the most difficult … was originally published on www.BreakingIsraelNews.com . Tuly Weisz can be reached at publisher@breakingisraelnews.com …
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Aortic Stenosis
… What is Aortic Stenosis? Aortic stenosis occurs when the heart's … and onward to the rest of the body. When the aortic valve is obstructed, the heart needs to work harder to pump blood … mild thickening or calcification of the aortic valve is a common age-related change (called aortic sclerosis). …
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Clinical Training: PGY5
… however, on most rotations primary rounding responsibility is that of more junior residents. The emphasis of the PGY5 year is placed on independent diagnosis and operative treatment of … A tremendous amount of autonomy, and thus responsibility, is granted to the Columbia residents during their Chief year. …
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Metabolic Analysis
… or the number of calories burned at rest. This testing is offered to patients who are surgical candidates at no … calculates a person’s resting metabolic rate (RMR). This is the number of calories a person burns at rest for 24 … One of the most important steps in managing your weight is achieving a proper balance between your caloric needs and …
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Biliary Atresia
… Biliary atresia is a rare condition that prevents the liver from draining … scarring and eventually liver failure. Key Facts Bile is a fluid produced by the liver that helps with digestion. … likely to develop this condition than men. Biliary atresia is not an inherited condition, nor has it been linked to any …
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FAQs: What You Should Know About Living Donor Transplants
… and how to become a living donor. General Questions What is living donor liver transplantation? A living donor liver transplantation is a surgery that removes a diseased or malfunctioning liver … are able to eat and drink, and have a clear incision site, among other criteria. How long before the liver donor …
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Bo Shen, MD
… Bo Shen, MD, is one of the world’s pre-eminent leaders in interventional … treating a wide range of these conditions. Dr. Shen is the director of the IBD Center at Columbia and co-director … Colorectal Surgery and IBD Interventional Endoscopy. He is also the Vice Chair for Innovation in Medicine and Surgery …
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Advanced Colorectal Surgical Options
… commonly performed by the Division: J-pouch The ‘J-pouch’ is an alternative to traditional ileostomy that may be used … of the rectum surgically removed. If the anal sphincter is intact, the surgeon can use a part of the ileum (part of … small intestine) to create an internal pouch. The pouch is then connected to the anus just above the sphincter, which …
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Care and Concerns
… slightly different like your transplanted heart. Rejection is the term used when your body's immune system is attacking your transplanted organ. Nearly all patients … time after transplant. Endomyocardial or cardiac biopsy is the way your transplant team monitors your heart for …
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After Aortic Surgery FAQ
… factors, from how healthy you are when the surgery is performed to your individual response to the surgery. … surgery. It takes around six weeks before the sternum is completely healed, so heavy lifting during that time is not permitted. When can my children visit? Young children …
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Diverticulitis and Diverticulosis
… tube pushing through weak places in a tire. Each pouch is called a diverticulum (pouches are diverticula). The condition of having diverticula is called diverticulosis. About half of all Americans age 60 … the pouches become infected or inflamed, the condition is called diverticulitis. This happens in 10 to 25 percent of …
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Barrett's Esophagus
… Barrett’s esophagus is a condition in which repeated contact with gastric acid … obesity, and smoking. Diagnosis Barrett’s esophagus is diagnosed with upper GI endoscopy and biopsy. Our … effective in diagnosing conditions of the small intestine, is being evaluated as a non-invasive alternative for …
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Single Port Surgery
… Like laparoscopic surgery, single port surgery is performed with special instruments and a camera inserted … requires only one, through the navel. The single incision is possible because of innovations involving instruments that … traditional minimally invasive procedures. Recovery time is similar to other abdominal minimal access operations. The …
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