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Pancreatic Cancer

… Cancer develops when cells grow in an uncontrolled manner and form masses or tumors in the pancreas, instead of growing … Tumors can interfere with the functions of the pancreas and cause pain and other symptoms . Top 5 things you probably didn't know …

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COMMiT: A Comprehensive Approach

… successful? COMMiT is here to help you lose weight fast and keep it off. COMMiT stands for Comprehensive Obesity and Metabolism Management and Treatment. This unique program offers a personalized …

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Richard M. Green, MD

… Green, MD, FACS, is known for his expertise in both open and percutaneous vascular procedures, and is now concentrating on complex open surgeries and aortic surgery. His journal and book publications focus …

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Acute Liver Failure

… a rare condition in which the liver rapidly deteriorates and stops functioning within a matter of days. Because it can … by overdosing on medication or ingesting toxic substances, and often affects those with no pre-existing liver … can treat acute liver failure caused by overdoses and toxins. In many other cases, a liver transplantation is …

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History of Medicine: Astrology in Medicine

… of the Heavens: Astrology in Medicine in the 15th and 16th Centuries” Evidence-based medical treatment changed … psyche of Western Europe. The lines between the heavens and earth were porous, and it was believed that what happened in the stars governed …

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Radioactive Iodine

… thyroid uses iodine from the diet to make thyroid hormone and is one of the few organs that will take up iodine. … from the body, primarily in urine. Using RAI is a safe and effective way to test and treat thyroid conditions. Extensive studies have shown …

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The Benefits of Breast Reduction Surgery

… be on the other side of the desk. “No one asks to be sick and worry about how to pay their bills. I do my best to help … excruciating welts in her shoulders, severe back problems, and pain radiating down in her arms and fingers. It took her almost a decade to seek help for a …

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Penetrating Ulcer

… of the arteries), hypertension (high blood pressure), and back or chest pain. Many are current or former smokers. … of a penetrating ulcer may be done through CT scan, MRI, and or transesophageal echocardiography (TEE). Although … Tissue Disease Bicuspid Valve Disease Aortic Valve Repair and Ross Procedure Columbia Bioroot Hybrid Arch Surgery Valve …

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Spleen Disorders

… It also has a role in the development of blood cells and helps to remove old blood cells from the bloodstream. The … cells. Symptoms of anemia include paleness, weakness, and shortness of breath; and anemia can cause an abnormal stress on the heart. The …

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Columbia Diaphragm Center

… cases, a diaphragm injury can result in a loss of speech and mechanical ventilation. The Diaphragm Center at Columbia … Medical Center provides the most advanced diagnostic and treatment strategies for diaphragm conditions. Most … develop a comprehensive program devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of diaphragmatic disorders. By gathering …

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Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma)

… until its advanced stages, when it blocks the bile duct and produces symptoms. Key Facts Cholangiocarcinoma, also … which carry bile (a digestive fluid) to the gallbladder and small intestine. If it is discovered early enough, … completely. If not, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and other treatments are available. Causes Like other …

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Hemorrhoids

… Our surgeons have expertise in both office and outpatient operating room procedures for the management of hemorrhoids such as injection and coagulation, rubber band ligation, stapled hemorrhoidopexy and excisional hemorrhoidectomy. Treatment of hemorrhoidal …

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After Your Heart Surgery: What to Expect

… have you sit up in the bed. You may hear machines pumping and beeping. These alarms and monitors help the nurses and doctors know how awake you are. The tube attached to the …

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My Life as a Second Time Liver Transplant Recipient: Patient Voices

… Hello pre‐ and post‐liver transplant patients. I am a 24 year old mother … second. I was born with a condition called biliary atresia and the doctors said I would never make it to the age of … you will never forget. My recovery was fairly painful and interesting too. It was tiring because I had to juggle …

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