Distal Pancreatectomy: Indications, Procedure, and Risks
Distal pancreatectomy is a surgical procedure done to remove the end part or tail part of the pancreas. Find out more about this procedure, the …
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Side Effects of Radiotherapy for Cancer
If you are going to have radiotherapy it is important to learn about the possible side effects of radiotherapy. Read on to learn more about these …
Continue ReadingRecovering From Whipple Surgery: Returning to Normal Life After Recovery
Patients should expect life after the Whipple procedure to include a hospital stay that typically lasts about two weeks. Each recovery time is …
Continue ReadingWhipple Procedure: Purpose, Complications and Recovery Time
What is a Whipple procedure? The Whipple procedure is done for the treatment of cancerous tumors in the pancreas. It was first performed by Dr. Allen …
Continue ReadingLearn about Whipple Procedure Complications
The Whipple procedure is a complicated surgery but if performed by an experienced surgeon, problems are normally minimal. Find information on this …
Continue ReadingNeedle Biopsy and the Dangers of Metastasis
Needle biopsy involves using a needle to take out tissue samples, and is often indicated in suspected or confirmed cancer cases. There is an ongoing …
Continue ReadingSentinel Node Biopsy
A sentinel node biopsy is a surgical procedure in which the sentinel lymph node is removed. By examining the sentinel node, doctors can determine if …
Continue ReadingNanotechnology for Cancer Treatment Projects Are Beginning to Pay Off in New Methods
Nanotechnology works with materials at the molecular level. In medicine there are already benefits in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. …
Continue ReadingWhat is an Orchidectomy For?
Orchidectomy, also known as orchiectomy, is a procedure in which one or both testicles are removed. The procedure is most commonly carried out as a …
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