Understanding Vitrectomy

A vitrectomy is a type of eye surgery to treat problems with the retina and vitreous. During the surgery, your eye healthcare provider removes the vitreous and replaces it with another solution.

Understanding Septal Myectomy

Septal myectomy is a type of open-heart surgery. It's done to treat hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. This is when part of the heart muscle becomes thick. The surgery helps reduce symptoms of the condition.

Understanding Trabeculectomy

Trabeculectomy is a type of eye surgery done in the front part of the eye. It’s done to treat glaucoma by draining some fluid from the eye. This helps to lower pressure inside the eye.

Metabolic Syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is a set of 5 health factors that can lead to serious health problems. The factors greatly increase your risk for diabetes, heart attack, or stroke.

Understanding Brain Perfusion Scans

A brain perfusion scan is a type of brain test that shows the amount of blood in certain areas of your brain. This can help show how your brain is functioning. Learn more about brain perfusion scans, including why and how they are done and what the risks are.

Metabolic Syndrome: Losing Excess Weight

Metabolic syndrome is a set of five health factors that can lead to serious health problems. Extra weight with a large waist is one of the factors for metabolic syndrome. Read on to learn how to lose weight and lower your risk of health problems.

Understanding Robotic-Assisted Myomectomy

Robotic-assisted myomectomy is a type of surgery. It's done to remove growths called fibroid tumors from a woman's womb (uterus). The tumors are usually not cancerous. The surgery is done with special tools and a robotic controller.