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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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surgical removal of a limb or a part of it

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bypass
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a surgical procedure in which a surgeon creates a new pathway for the transport of substances in the body

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

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

Ex: Grandmaangioplasty helped prevent a heart attack by clearing her blocked arteries .
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a surgical procedure in which the appendix gets removed

Ex: In emergency cases , appendectomy is often the recommended course of action for severe abdominal pain .
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colostomy
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a surgical procedure where an opening is made in the abdomen to redirect part of the colon for waste elimination

Ex: Learning colostomy care helped Sarah support her friend during recovery .
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a surgical procedure to remove tissue from the inner lining of the uterus

Ex: The proceduredilation and curettage, is typically done under anesthesia in a hospital setting .
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a medical procedure to align a person's physical characteristics with their gender identity, often used by transgender individuals

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

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

Ex: Cindy had hysterectomy to address a medical issue affecting her uterus .
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a minimally invasive surgical procedure that uses a small camera to view and treat conditions inside the abdomen or pelvis

Ex: The benefits laparoscopy include less pain and a shorter hospital stay .
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a surgical procedure that involves making a larger cut in the abdomen to access and treat internal organs or address certain medical conditions

Ex: The surgeon discussed the risks and benefits laparotomy before the procedure .
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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

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

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

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

Ex: The surgeon explained the benefits and potential risks lumpectomy before the procedure .
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a precise surgical technique that uses a microscope for intricate procedures on small structures

Ex: microsurgery, the doctor repaired a small tear in the patient 's artery .
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any type of surgery that requires making a large incision in the chest wall to make the heart easier for the surgeon to reach

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

Ex: Computer implants are becoming more common in healthcare .
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incision
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a surgical cut made in flesh or skin

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

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lithotomy
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a surgical procedure to remove stones from the urinary tract

Ex: Sarah lithotomy for a gynecological procedure .
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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, Emily 's physical therapy focused on strengthening her back .
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a surgical procedure that removes part of a vertebral lamina to relieve spinal nerve pressure or treat spinal conditions

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

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

Ex: Marytonsillectomy reduced the number of times she got sick .
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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: Emily 's doctor recommended tracheotomy for her prolonged respiratory issues .
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vasectomy
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a surgical operation for male sterilization or permanent contraception

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

Ex: After xenotransplant, Sarah 's kidney function improved .
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a surgical procedure to replace defective or damaged organs by transplanting or implanting artificial ones

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

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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: The surgeon performed a transplantation to restore vision in Jane 's eye .
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a medical treatment that involves surgical procedures for conditions related to the jaw, face, and mouth

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

Ex: Mark 's doctor ablation to address his lung tumor .
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a surgical procedure involving the removal of the breast tissue, often performed as a treatment for breast cancer or as a preventive measure

Ex: Mark 's doctor recommended mastectomy to prevent future health risks .
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a non-invasive procedure that uses high-energy radiation to precisely treat tumors or lesions without surgery

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

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

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

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

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blood filtering for managing kidney dysfunction or acute renal failure

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a medical procedure that provides temporary mechanical support to the heart and lungs by circulating and oxygenating blood outside of the body

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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

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

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

Ex: The veterinarian discussed the benefits and aftercare sterilization for the pet owners .
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a surgical procedure to create a breathing passage in the neck

Ex: Tracheostomies allow for easier secretion suctioning .
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a procedure to replace damaged or diseased bone marrow with healthy stem cells

Ex: Bone marrow transplantation has significantly improved the survival rates of patients with certain types of blood cancers and genetic disorders .
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a surgical procedure to implant electrodes in the brain to treat movement disorders like Parkinson's disease

Ex: During deep brain stimulation procedure , the patient remained awake so the medical team could accurately target the regions of the brain causing the symptoms .
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