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Thyroiditis
… About In medical terms, the suffix -itis means inflammation; thyroiditis is inflammation of the thyroid gland which may be associated with an …
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Carotid Artery Disease
… The carotid arteries are the two major arteries in the neck, located on either side of the windpipe, that provide most of the blood supply to the … a stroke or a "mini" stroke (TIA). Carotid artery disease is the cause of more than half of all strokes. Stroke, in …
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When to Consider Aortic Surgery
… in advance, it may be planned as an elective procedure. The advantage of being seen in a Center of Excellence early in the process is that it begins a relationship with your medical/surgical …
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Multinodular Goiter
… Reviewed by the physicians of Columbia’s Thyroid Surgery Team , October 2024 About A … can either be a simple goiter where the whole thyroid is bigger than normal or a multinodular goiter where there …
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Colonoscopy
… Reviewed by the physicians of Columbia’s Colorectal Surgery Team , March 2024 What is a colonoscopy? Colonoscopy is a safe, effective method of …
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Guide to Breast Surgeries & Procedures
… Reviewed by the physicians of Columbia’s Surgical Breast Team , December 2023 Learn more … and know what to expect from each. Key Info Surgery is one of the primary methods of diagnosing and treating …
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Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy or Lumpectomy
… The removal of a breast, usually for treatment of breast cancer, presents … surgical procedures are available which can reconstruct the breast following mastectomy or lumpectomy for breast … the case of bilateral mastectomies. Breast reconstruction is usually performed at the time of the mastectomy or …
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From NYP's Health Matters – One Heart Saves Three Lives: Innovative Partial Heart Transplant Performed at Columbia/NYP
… Erika Sutter, Emily Driscoll, and Rick Brown A Cascade of Events In 2023, NewYork-Presbyterian performed the first-ever domino heart valve transplant between two … recipients as potential donors for valves, receive their consent, and match them to other patients in case a …
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Preparing for Hernia Surgery: Essential Supplies and Tips for a Smooth Recovery
… surgery, and now you are wondering how to prepare. Finding the right surgeon was the hard part. Setting yourself up for … at the Columbia Hernia Center , who have helped thousands of patients through hernia surgery recovery, what makes the … one comes down to one thing: preparation. Here is their advice on everything you need to know about getting …
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Anal Fissure
… Our surgeons have extensive experience in the medical and surgical management of anal fissures. When non-surgical options fail or symptoms … division of the internal sphincter for fissure disease, is highly effective. Other novel muscle-sparing alternatives …
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Anal Fistula
… What is an Anal Fistula? An anal fistula is an abnormal connection or tunnel between two areas in the anorectal region. The most common cause of anal fistulas is from a blocked mucus gland at the …
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Pericarditis and Pericardial Disease
… Reviewed by the physicians of Columbia’s Heart Surgery Team , December 2024 Pericarditis is an inflammation of the pericardium, the membrane forming …
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Peripheral Arterial Disease
… Arterial Occlusive Disease) Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries is caused by the accumulation of a fatty substance called …
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Central Hypoventilation Syndrome
… What is central hypoventilation syndrome? Central hypoventilation … sometimes referred to as Ondine’s curse, is an inability of the brain to detect changes in carbon dioxide levels in the …
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Thyroid Cancer Types
… Diagnosis | Treatment | Prognosis/Outcomes What Are The Different Types Of Thyroid Cancer? Thyroid cancer can be placed into two … Cancer Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer Thyroid Lymphoma What Is The Difference Between Differentiated and …
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