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Cardiothoracic Surgery Glossary

… The muscle layer of the heart. It is responsible for making the heart contract. Pericardium a thin, … Chest pain or discomfort that happens when the heart doesn't get enough oxygen-rich blood. It may consist of heaviness … that forms in the wall of the aorta. Aortic aneurysms can rupture and cause internal bleeding and cut off the blood …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 15:03

Breast Surgery

… The Center for Advanced Surgery offers comprehensive multidisciplinary care for patients with all forms of breast disease and breast … node dissection with lymphedema prevention protocols Learn more about these topics: Breast imaging Sentinel node biopsy …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:08

A Phase Ib/2, Multicenter, Open-label Trial to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Talimogene Laherparepvec and Ipilimumab Compared to Ipilimumab Alone in Subjects with Previously Untreated, Unresected, Stage IIIB-IV Melanoma

… The purpose of this study is to find out more about talimogene laherparepvec (formerly known as … laherparepvec in combination with ipilimumab is safe for people with advanced melanoma to take. Phase 2 of this … to ipilimumab alone. Subjects will be in this study for about 42 months. There will be a screening period of …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:06

Fighting Fibro, a Life-Threatening Liver Cancer

… Fibro is short for Fibrolamellar Hepatocellular Carcinoma , a wily and … tumor. The radiologist scheduled to do the procedure wasn’t that confident, however, and said there was a one in four … to Tom Kato at Columbia," he said. "He’s the only one who can tackle this." While they planned the trip, the Memphis …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:12

What to Expect at a GI Procedure

… How to Prepare for a GI Procedure | What to Expect After a GI Procedure … since we cannot allow you to leave unless we are sure you can get home safely. How to Prepare for a GI Procedure When … may indicate your condition has worsened and you may need more urgent intervention. What to Expect After a GI …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:08

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 5/07/20

… higher risk inside than outside. Even so, I stand by my more visceral concern that comparing the complexity and … I would almost feel better if my calculation error wasn’t too pathetically inept to qualify as fake news. Exercising … with or without symptoms, you want the PCR assay for viral nucleic acid, which is highly sensitive and …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:01

GI/Oncology Surgery: Physicians' Newsletter, March 2017

… one of our success stories from Columbia's Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery and then show why … current controversies on benign pancreatic disease. More information here . Best regards, Craig R. Smith, MD, … of Breast Reconstruction Success Stories from The Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery Sleeve Gastrectomy Now …

Last Modified: 05/25/2023 - 11:46

Pancreatitis Treatments

… Auto Islet Transplants | Diet | Prognosis | FAQ Treatment for acute pancreatitis may include nutritional support with … pseudocysts, or other trauma or illness, the fluids can build up and cause pancreatitis. It may be necessary to … by temporarily adding medications. If oral medicines can't be tolerated, patients may need to be admitted to the …

Last Modified: 09/24/2025 - 13:01

Aeroform: A Newer, Faster Method of Breast Reconstruction

… home, and with faster results. “Aeroform makes treatment more comfortable and convenient,” he says. “It gives women a … This means coming to the surgeon’s office every two weeks, for a saline injection, a process that can sometimes be painful. “I tell women this is not a …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:00

What We’re Reading: 10/11/19

… May Drive Cancer A new study found that certain fungi can settle in the pancreas, where they spur the growth of … this makes sense. It is too early to propose antifungals for prevention or treatment but stay tuned.” Stay tuned, … Startups are selling you pills through Instagram. Why don’t they say which ones? More and more companies are selling …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:01

Thyroiditis

… thyroiditis may cause different symptoms, many times they can be quite similar. In the case of thyroiditis, the thyroid … 1 diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis may also be at risk for the development of Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Most people with Hashimoto's thyroiditis don't even realize they have any thyroid disease because the …

Last Modified: 09/25/2025 - 15:29

Our Liver Transplant Team & Locations

… team offers expert care out of a variety of locations. For a diagnosis, a second opinion, or treatment, call (877) … non-surgical aspects of liver disease in children. Learn more about our Pediatric Liver program. Steven J. Lobritto, … with specialists across multiple fields so that we can deliver expert, personalized care for your unique …

Last Modified: 04/27/2026 - 17:07

Genomic Sequencing Saves Father and Four Children

… myelogenous leukemia, and thanks to The Sohn Foundation for Precision Medicine, the entire family underwent genetic … what other diseases should we should be on the lookout for, and when to talk to each of the kids about ther disease, … five out of seven family members were saved.” Learn more about genetic testing at NYP/Columbia here …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:00

Colonoscopy

… with no gastrointestinal problems and no risk factors for colon cancer, the American Cancer Society recommends a … several inches. The majority of polyps are benign, but it can be difficult to discern whether a polyp is benign or … 342-1155 or request an appointment online . Related Read more about Colorectal Conditions & Treatments Learn about our …

Last Modified: 03/04/2026 - 17:33