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Many obese people fail diet after diet. For them, surgery can be another option. Although bariatric surgery can be risky, it can also help people live healthier lives.
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If you are suffering from abnormal bleeding, you may have submucus fibroid tumors. These tumors, located deep within the wall of the uterus, can cause severe cramping, fatigue, heavy menstrual periods, and bleeding in between periods. Fortunately, they can be removed by your gynecologist with a hysteroscopy. Join us as gynecologist Martin Goldstein, MD and a hysteroscopy patient discuss this important procedure. Live footage from the hysteroscope will be shown. Topics will include:
- How is the procedure done?
- Are there any risks?
- How long is the recovery period?
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If you're planning to undergo a hair transplant, or you're just curious about the procedure, here's a unique chance to view the surgery as expert surgeon Michael L. Reed, MD takes you through the process step-by-step. Watch as Dr. Reed performs a micrograft on a man suffering from male pattern baldness, demonstrating:
- how the donor tissue is removed from the back of the head
- how the tissue is cut into smaller units for implantation
- how the scalp is prepared for implantation
- how the follicular units are implanted
Dr. Reed will also discuss the anesthesia used during the procedure, address recovery issues, and demonstrate what makes a hair transplant successful and satisfactory.
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Also known as an "inflatable penile prosthesis," the penile pump is a remarkable device that can restore the possibility of intercourse to men suffering from severe sexual dysfunction. Not to be confused with a penile enlargement, the penile pump is a completely internal mechanism that allows a man to have a full erection at any time -- without planning ahead, as is necessary with other treatments.
Watch the actual surgery, beginning to end, as expert surgeon Francois Eid addresses these questions and more.
This educational presentation includes video images of medical procedures and human anatomy that are graphic in nature. Individual discretion is advised before viewing this presentation, which is intended for mature viewers only.
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Being told you need surgery can be frightening and worrisome, and always raises many questions: Is surgery really your only option? Is the procedure your hospital or HMO offers the most advanced? Is your surgeon the best qualified to perform the procedure? Our panel of experts will discuss what you should know before undergoing surgery of any kind, and how to find out.
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Our panel will describe the events that lead up to the decision to operate on a hernia, and discuss the relative advantages of laparoscopy. They will also detail what the patient needs to do to prepare for surgery and anesthesia. Topics will include:
- How is a hernia diagnosed? When is surgery necessary?
- What is the difference between laparoscopy and "open surgery" as relates to hernia repair?
- What should and shouldn't the patient do in the hours leading up to surgery?
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While the recovery from this procedure is relatively quick an painless, patients should know exactly what to expect and take the necessary precautions. Our panel will address such post-operative issues as:
- What is the recovery time?
- How long does the patient usually have to stay in the hospital?
- Which activities should a patient stay away from immediately after surgery? Which are encouraged?
- What is the risk of recurrence?
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Dr. Reiner addresses the patient's condition, discusses the reason for surgery, and describes some of the instruments he will use.
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Dr. Reiner explains and discusses the image obtained through a cholangiogram, an x-ray performed during the surgery to check the bile duct for stones. No stones are found in the duct, and the surgery can proceed.
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Join us for a discussion with the surgeon and the anesthesiologist. Our panel will describe everything that leads up to a cholecystectomy from diagnosis to preparing for the procedure. Topics will include:
- What are the symptoms of cholecystitis? How is it diagnosed?
- What treatments are available besides a cholecystectomy? When does this surgical procedure become necessary?
- What are the benifits or disadvantages of having a laparoscopic procedure instead of an "open" one?
- What should or shouldn't you do in the days and hours before the surgery to help ensure it goes smoothly?
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While the recovery from a laparoscopic cholecystecomy is relatively quick an painless, patients should know exactly what to expect and take the necessary precautions. Our panel will address such post-operative issues as:
- What is the recovery time? How long does the patient usually have to stay in the hospital?
- Which activities should a patient stay away from immediately after surgery? Which are encouraged?
- What potential complications from surgery should the patient be aware of?
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Surgery is one of the most common treatment options for patients with colorectal cancer. But there are many surgical techniques out there, each appropriate for different patients with different stages of cancer. How do you and your doctor determine the best procedure for you? Join our panel of specialists as they discuss the various available techniques, and when they should be used. Topics will include:
- Conventional open surgery
- Laparoscopic surgery
- Sphincter-sparing surgery
- Transanal microscopic surgery
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An estimated 60 million Americans are in need of vision correction. So it's no surprise that LASIK surgery-- a laser treatment touted as a worry-free alternative to glasses or contacts-- has become a highly sought-after procedure. But will it work for everyone? Join our physician and patient panel as they discuss the pros and cons of LASIK surgery.
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If you have poor vision you should know about laser eye surgery as a treatment option. There are two common techniques: LASIK and PRK. How do these procedures work? What are the differences between them? What does the patient experience during these procedures? Join us as we walk step by step through these operations with a medical expert and one of his patients. The webcast will also feature live footage from an actual procedure.
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The number of people seeking LASIK and PRK, the two most common laser eye surgeries, has increased dramatically. In the year 2000, an estimated 1.5 million surgeries were performed in the United States alone. But is surgery the only way to achieve 20/20 vision? And is it possible to see better than 20/20? Join eye specialist Julius Sherman as he discusses alternative options to laser surgery, both present and future.
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"I am very sorry, but your child has a brain tumor..."
A brain tumor diagnosis in a child can be scary and confusing for the child and immeasurably painful for his parents. On today's webcast we'll look at the story of 11-year-old Ahmad Abdella, who was diagnosed with a brain tumor at age 11 after suffering silently from terrible headaches since he was 8 years old.
After learning of the tumor, Ahmad and his family turned to Fred Epstein, one of the country's leading pediatric neurosurgeons, and the staff of the Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery in New York. Several days before the operation, Ahmad and his father visited the hospital to meet with Dr. Epstein and the staff of the INN. For today's show, we followed Ahmad as he met with each member of the team, learning about his condition and the upcoming procedure. We also talked with Ahmad's father about his experiences, and Dr. Epstein shared his insights from years of experience with pediatric brain tumors.
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When most of us think of brain tumors, we probably don't think of children. But every year, more than 2,000 children are diagnosed with brain tumors in the U.S. alone, making them the second most common cancer in children. Not much is known about what causes pediatric brain tumors, and they are difficult to detect early, since the symptoms can be very subtle. Our panel of experts will discuss what we do know about brain tumors in children, and how they are diagnosed. Topics will include:
- What is a brain tumor? What types of brain tumors are most common in children?
- What are the principal warning signs of brain tumors in children?
- What are the steps involved in diagnosing a brain tumor?
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Brain tumors in children are a serious condition, and more common than you might imagine. Fortunately, in many cases, pediatric brain tumors can be cured completely through surgical removal--with no further treatment required. Modern surgical techniques have made this procedure safer and more effective than ever before.
On this webcast, watch as leading pediatric neurosurgeons Fred Epstein, MD and George Jallo, MD perform this remarkable procedure--called a craniotomy for cerebellar tumor--on 11-year-old Ahmad Abdella. Highlights will include:
- how the tumor is pinpointed using state-of-the-art imaging technology, allowing for a smaller incision
- how the brain is accessed through the skull
- how the tumor is removed completely, without damaging the brain
- how the skull is repaired and the incision closed
- how Ahmad is anesthetized and revived
This educational presentation includes video images of medical procedures that are graphic in nature. Individual discretion is advised before viewing this presentation, which is intended for mature viewers only.
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Cancers of all kinds are frightening illnesses, and the idea of a brain tumor seems especially threatening. So when parents face the news that their child has been diagnosed with a brain tumor, the impact can be tremendous. Fortunately, many pediatric brain tumors can be completely cured with modern surgical techniques and other treatments. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the current options from surgery to chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Topics will include:
- What does brain tumor surgery entail? How often is it completely successful in eliminating tumors in children?
- What are some of the risks of brain surgery in children?
- When are chemotherapy and radiation therapy necessary?
- What are their advantages and disadvantages? What other medications and procedures are used in the treatment of brain tumors?
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On this webcast, 11-year-old Ahmad Abdella joins us to talk about life after brain surgery. What are his feelings about the procedure? How was his recovery? Are his symptoms gone? Join us to hear his side of the story. Ahmad's father will also speak about his experiences, and surgeon Fred Epstein, MD will be on hand to discuss Ahmad's recovery and follow-up.
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| Breast Cancer: Sentinel Node Biopsy |
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Our panel will explain what is known about sentinel node biopsy, and
how the procedure works. Topics will include:
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What is the "sentinel node"? Why is it so important for breast cancer
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When is a sentinel node biopsy recommended?
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How accurate is the procedure as a measure of cancer spread? Does
it help stop cancer from spreading further?
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What happens during the procedure itself? How is the sentinel node
analyzed?
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Our panel will take a look at what happens after a sentinel node biopsy
has been performed, from recovery to determining a treatment strategy.
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What further tests can be done on the sentinel node? How can they
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Dr. Estabrook discusses the condition of the patient and the goals of the procedure. She then explains how a radioactive isotope and a gamma counter are used to locate the sentinel node, and injects a blue die which will also help identify the node.
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Laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair surgery can be performed to bring relief to patients suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. Join Dr. Mark Reiner as he takes us step by step through this procedure.
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