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Recent Questions About the Usefulness of Mammography
… cancers involve the lymph nodes; they are also more likely to be closer to 1 cm at diagnosis, compared with … of digital mammography vs. analog film is well established for women under age 50 with dense breast tissue. … are involved in research to improve methods for early detection of breast cancer, including a PAP …
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Dr. Robert S. Brown Speaks on Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
… WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW » Host: People who don’t have issues with alcohol can still develop liver problems, serious ones, Nonalcoholic … that’s a long title of a school. Dr. Brown thanks for coming in. First of all, what is Fatty Liver Disease? Dr. …
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History of Medicine: The Mysterious Appendix
… undoubtedly very painful procedures. Surgical treatment for appendicitis began in earnest during the 1880s. Although … in 2007 did researchers finally offer a compelling case for the function of the appendix: the tiny organ appears to … the gastrointestinal tract loses its beneficial gut flora. More recently, researchers are revisiting the question of …
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Mussallem CHD Alliance Announces Translational Research Collaboration with Columbia University to Advance Durable Heart Valve Solutions
… Mussallem CHD Alliance (MCA) today announced its support for two translational research programs at Columbia … and Surgeons led by Dr. Giovanni Ferrari, Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Surgery at Columbia and … of heart valves in patients from childhood to adulthood. More than 40 percent of children with CHD will require …
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Peripheral Arterial Disease
… involved in peripheral arterial disease, providing options for diabetics and others with advanced arterial disease. Most … — buildup of plaque within the heart blood vessels — can affect the arteries in the rest of the body as well. When … lying down, wounds or ulcers in the legs and feet that don't heal, and in the most advanced stages, gangrene. This …
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Benign Breast Disease Program at Columbia
… with experience diagnosing and treating these conditions can provide peace of mind and help relieve your symptoms. The … do not require treatment, and will resolve on their own. For severe symptoms that are affecting quality of life, surgery may be helpful. Learn More About Benign Breast Disease Conditions We Treat Adenosis …
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Vascular Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Program
… is a frustrating and difficult-to-diagnose condition that can significantly impact your quality of life. One of the … techniques to bring you the relief you need. To learn more or to make an appointment with the Vascular Thoracic … lungs. Surgical correction is the recommended treatment for vascular TOS. Learn More About Vascular Thoracic Outlet …
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Holiday Greetings from Surgery Past, Present, and Future
… We won’t drone on echoing the sentiments of the holiday season. The … chemotherapy will hopefully bear fruit this year. And we can target the way pancreatic cancer cells use energy … is the new hybrid. Medical-surgical hybrid approaches for low-risk, intermediate-risk, and high-risk patients. …
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State of the Union: Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Adrenal Care Today
… to the 2015 guidelines . These are the gold standard for thyroid care not just in the U.S., but around the world. … CPT code, insurers are covering the procedure, so patients can receive it without paying out of pocket. How do you … should be referred for surgical evaluation. There haven’t been major guideline changes, but awareness is definitely …
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Oncoplastic Surgery: An Interdisciplinary Trend Towards Breast Conservation in Breast Cancer Surgery
… , Breast Cancer Surgeon at NYP/Columbia. “It’s important for me to assess not just the disease, but the person and … is a benefit [to doing a mastectomy]. But everyone else can be served with a lumpectomy as long as the cancer is … surgeons. Early on with breast cancer surgeons that I don’t know, I’ll be there in the operating room to see how they …
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What is a Step-Down Unit?
… We spoke with Syed T. Raza, MD, Medical Director of the Cardiothoracic Surgery … unit and how Columbia's approach differs from other units. Can you tell us what a step-down unit, or SDU, is? The … to the ICU to recover on day one after surgery; some stay for day two or three, sometimes even longer. They then come …
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Getting a Thyroid Diagnosis
… the thyroid gland, and it’s a type of cancer that doesn’t always require surgery. When it comes to diagnosis, … levels and imaging like ultrasound to evaluate nodules for suspicious characteristics. A crucial step in … and treatment options, with advanced stages requiring more intensive management. Learn more about a thyroid cancer …
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Vein Disease – When to Intervene and How
… They include cosmetically displeasing spider veins , more serious conditions such as bulging varicose veins as … early detection is important, because even minor diseases can progress into more serious problems if left untreated. How do I know if I should get screened for vein disease? You should make an appointment for a vein …
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Treating Cardiovascular Disease in Breast Cancer Patients
… discovered that certain women undergoing radiation therapy for early-stage breast cancer may have an elevated risk of … analyzed the effect of four of these treatment factors for the study: Cardiac dose — The amount of radiation … cholesterol or high blood pressure, are the ones who need more careful treatment. Many physicians, such as Dr. Dan …
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Cushing's Syndrome
… that is made by the adrenal glands. Cortisol is necessary for daily life and helps the body respond to stressful … is essential to life, constantly high levels of cortisol can damage the entire body. The main causes of Cushing's … has been created by Columbia’s Health Guide Team . Learn more about our efforts to bring you the clearest, most …
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