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Patient Journey: Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) vs. a Large Thyroid Nodule

… Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) is a non-surgical technique that can safely and effectively … thyroid nodules. Many people, however, don’t know it is an option. They mistakenly believe that their only … makes weird noises. The needle then heats up inside. The best way I could explain the sensation is that it felt like …

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Adrenal Awareness: Today’s Adrenal Surgery Techniques (and Tomorrow’s)

… Dr. Catherine McManus is an endocrine surgeon at Columbia University Medical … medical innovations continue to unfold. The following is a transcription of the discussion, and is lightly edited for context and clarity.  Jump to a …

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New Lung Cancer Screening Guidelines Will Save Lives, But There’s Still Work To Do

… of people who should get screened .  And 20 pack-years is honestly what we use already, even in lung transplant. … data-driven panels that look at what the actual evidence is and then factor in costs and benefit in a way that's a … one, I've taken over that effort. We're opening up the site in Tarrytown this year. Will you break down the details …

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Risks and Rewards of Obesity Surgery

… blood clotting which could lead to an embolism. There is a 1% chance of blood clots occurring in the legs after surgery. This is usually prevented by giving the patient a blood thinner … the legs and keep the blood flowing faster in the veins, is another way of preventing clotting. Keeping the operation …

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Thyroiditis

… terms, the suffix -itis means inflammation; thyroiditis is inflammation of the thyroid gland which may be associated … similar. In the case of thyroiditis, the thyroid gland is damaged by an inflammatory process. When thyroid cells are … they stop functioning. Without thyroid cells, the thyroid is no longer able to produce enough thyroid hormone to …

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At-Home Thyroid Testing Kits: What We Know...and What We Don’t. An Interview with Dr. Hyesoo Lowe

… some questions to help clarify some pros and cons. What is your view on at-home thyroid testing kits? It depends on … laboratory parameters are part of a technology that is rapidly developing. We're currently comfortable with these … for home lab testing could really change how medical care is accessed as this information is obtained. Do you have a …

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Carotid Artery Disease

… a stroke or a "mini" stroke (TIA). Carotid artery disease is the cause of more than half of all strokes. Stroke, in turn, is the third highest cause of death and the leading cause of … Why carotid stenosis occurs in some people but not others is unknown. However, certain risk factors, such as family …

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Weight Loss Surgery: The Benefits of a Sleeve Gastrectomy

… invasive surgery to reduce the size of the stomach—is now the most popular weight loss surgery at our Center and … both their health and quality of life. What is a sleeve gastrectomy? In a sleeve gastrectomy, a portion of the stomach is removed to make the stomach smaller – roughly the size and …

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Pancreatic Cysts

… and distinguishing among the different types of neoplasm is often straightforward, but at times can be challenging. … Serous Cystadenoma Although this type of cystic neoplasm is usually asymptomatic, it can cause pain. They can grow to … or as having a 'honeycomb' appearance. Often it is difficult to remove the fluid from these cysts, because …

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Guide to Thyroid Function Tests

… tests of thyroid function (i.e. how much thyroid hormone is being made), thyroid mass (i.e. how much thyroid tissue there is), and antibodies to thyroid tissue. Tests of thyroid … to make and release more thyroid hormone. When there is enough or too much thyroid hormone in the body, the TSH …

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Appendicitis & Appendectomy

… Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, a pouch-like organ in … lower right side of the abdomen. Surgery for appendicitis is called an appendectomy . Key Info About 7% of Americans … will get appendicitis in their lifetimes. Laparoscopy is the surgical method of choice, which involves making small …

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Lung Transplant Surgery

… fibrosis), then both lungs must be transplanted. This is because the anti-rejection medications … problems following a double lung transplant because it is a longer and more complex surgery. Therefore, they do … In the case of a single lung transplant, the lung that is most damaged is the one that is transplanted. This is …

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Duties & Responsibilities

… one Senior Resident, and one or two Interns. The hierarchy is that the chief resident operates much of the time but still is ultimately responsible, along with the patient's attending … Surgery (ALLEN) Although the Allen Pavilion rotation is known as a less intense service, students there sometimes …

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State of the Union: Liver Care Today

… in the treatment of liver disease? Well, the huge change is viral hepatitis treatment . Hepatitis C used to be a poor … new medications for hepatitis C have been discovered. It is no longer a threat—we have a cure. I started doing liver … happened violently. How has the medication changed things? Is this something you would take before and potentially after …

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Aortic Valve Disease FAQs

… valve repairs/ aortic surgeries do you do every year? This is an essential question, as practice makes perfect. Cardiac surgery is no different than any other technical field, the number of … each year at NYP/Columbia's Aortic Surgery Program. What is the cause of my aortic disease? There are a variety of …

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