Medical Science - Operations and Procedures

Here you will learn some English words related to operations and procedures, such as "angioplasty", "bypass", and "graft".

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Medical Science
bypass [noun]

a surgically created channel that diverts blood or another body fluid around an obstructed or damaged area

Ex: The surgeon created a bypass around the blocked artery .

the surgical removal of the protecting loose skin of a male's penis

a medical procedure that involves widening narrowed or blocked blood vessels, typically performed on arteries, to improve blood flow

Ex: Grandma 's angioplasty helped prevent a heart attack by clearing her blocked arteries .

a surgical procedure in which the appendix gets removed

Ex: Sarah 's appendectomy was a success , and she was grateful for the relief it brought .

a surgical procedure where an opening is made in the abdomen to redirect part of the colon for waste elimination

Ex: Amy 's doctor suggested a colostomy to manage her bowel issues .

a surgical procedure to remove tissue from the inner lining of the uterus

Ex: Dilation and curettage is sometimes performed to diagnose uterine conditions .

a medical procedure to align a person's physical characteristics with their gender identity, often used by transgender individuals

a procedure that creates new pathways for blood flow around blocked or narrowed coronary arteries to improve heart muscle blood supply

a surgical procedure in which a woman's uterus is removed, often performed for medical reasons such as to treat certain health conditions

Ex: After years of health issues , Mary decided to have a hysterectomy .

a minimally invasive surgical procedure that uses a small camera to view and treat conditions inside the abdomen or pelvis

Ex: After the laparoscopy , Mike was back to work sooner than he expected .

a surgical procedure that involves making a larger cut in the abdomen to access and treat internal organs or address certain medical conditions

Ex: Susan had a laparotomy to address complications during childbirth .

a type of weight-loss surgery that that aims to help manage obesity by shrinking the size of someone's stomach so that they will eat less food

graft [noun]

a surgical procedure by which a doctor replaces a missing or damaged tissue or bone with a healthy substitute

lobotomy [noun]

a surgical operation that is performed in order to treat severe mental disorders by cutting into part of a person's brain

a surgical procedure in which a small, localized mass or tumor, typically in the breast, is removed while preserving the surrounding tissue

Ex: The lumpectomy allowed Lucy to preserve most of her breast tissue .

a precise surgical technique that uses a microscope for intricate procedures on small structures

Ex: Tom 's hand injury required microsurgery to repair the delicate nerves .

any type of surgery that requires making a large incision in the chest wall to make the heart easier for the surgeon to reach

implant [noun]

a device or material inserted into the body, often for medical or technological purposes, such as a computer chip

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a surgical procedure to reconstruct or create a vagina, commonly used for gender affirmation or medical purposes

a surgical procedure to remove stones from the urinary tract

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a surgical procedure that involves removing part of the vertebral bone, called the lamina, to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves

Ex: Laminectomy provided relief for David 's sciatic pain by addressing spinal issues .

a surgical procedure that removes part of a vertebral lamina to relieve spinal nerve pressure or treat spinal conditions

a surgical operation performed on the nervous system, particularly the brain and spinal cord

a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the tonsils, often performed to alleviate recurrent throat infections or breathing difficulties

Ex: Sarah had a tonsillectomy to stop frequent sore throats .

a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening in the neck to provide a direct airway, often done to assist with breathing in cases of airway obstruction or respiratory problems

Ex: Mark 's tracheotomy allowed him to receive oxygen directly through the neck .

a surgical operation for male sterilization or permanent contraception

a medical procedure involving the transplantation of organs from animals, usually pigs, to humans to address organ shortages

Ex: Bob underwent a xenotransplant to receive a pig heart .

a surgical procedure to replace defective or damaged organs by transplanting or implanting artificial ones

a minimally invasive procedure that uses an endoscope to treat sinus-related conditions by removing obstructions or enlarging sinus passages

a medical procedure involving the movement of organs, tissues, or cells from one person to another to replace or repair damaged or failing body parts

Ex: Mike underwent a liver transplantation to address his liver failure .

a medical treatment that involves surgical procedures for conditions related to the jaw, face, and mouth

ablation [noun]

a procedure to remove or destroy tissue, often used for treating tumors or cardiac rhythm issues

Ex: Tim 's successful ablation resolved his kidney cyst issue .

a surgical procedure involving the removal of the breast tissue, often performed as a treatment for breast cancer or as a preventive measure

Ex: The decision to have a mastectomy is often based on individual health considerations .

a non-invasive procedure that uses high-energy radiation to precisely treat tumors or lesions without surgery

a medical procedure that uses shock waves or lasers to break down kidney or urinary tract stones without surgery

a specialized surgical technique that uses three-dimensional coordinates or imaging guidance to precisely target and treat specific areas of the body

a strong blow to the chest over the heart used to restore normal heart rhythm during cardiac arrest or arrhythmias

a procedure that clears blockages in the Eustachian tube by using positive pressure to equalize ear pressure

blood filtering for managing kidney dysfunction or acute renal failure

a medical procedure that involves placing a tube into the trachea, or windpipe, to establish an open airway for breathing, often used in cases of respiratory distress or during anesthesia for surgery

a medical procedure that involves delivering fluids, medications, or nutrients directly into a person's bloodstream through a vein using a needle or catheter

a medical procedure or method that makes a person or animal incapable of reproduction

Ex: Jane 's decision for sterilization provided a reliable method of birth control .

a surgical procedure to create a breathing passage in the neck

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a procedure to replace damaged or diseased bone marrow with healthy stem cells

Ex: The success of bone marrow transplantation depends on finding a compatible donor , which can sometimes be a challenging and lengthy process .

a surgical procedure to implant electrodes in the brain to treat movement disorders like Parkinson's disease

Ex: For patients with severe , treatment-resistant depression , deep brain stimulation may offer an alternative when other therapies have failed .