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3D mammogram

Find out what to expect during a 3D mammogram to look for breast cancer. Learn…

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A1C test

Learn more about the preparation for and results of this common diabetes blood test.

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Abdominal hysterectomy

Learn why surgery to remove the uterus, known as a hysterectomy, might be done and…

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Abdominal ultrasound

An ultrasound of the abdomen is the preferred test to screen for an aortic aneurysm.…

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Active surveillance for prostate cancer

Learn about why doctors may recommend active surveillance for prostate cancer and what to expect.

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Acupuncture

Practitioners use this integrative medicine technique to treat common problems such as back pain, neck…

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Adrenalectomy

Learn what to expect from this surgery that involves removing an adrenal gland.

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Allergy shots

Allergy shots offer long-term relief from allergy symptoms. The treatments take 3 to 5 years…

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Allergy skin tests

Considering skin testing for your allergies? Learn about the risks, results and what to expect…

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Allogeneic stem cell transplant

Learn about this type of bone marrow transplant using stem cells from donor blood, bone…

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Amniocentesis

Find out about this prenatal test that checks the fluid surrounding the baby during pregnancy.

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ANA test

An antinuclear antibody (ANA) test is one test used to help determine if you have…

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Ankle-brachial index

Find out more about this test for peripheral artery disease.

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Annuloplasty

If you have a leaky heart valve, this treatment to repair a ring around the…

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Aortic root surgery

Learn more about this complex heart surgery done where the body’s main artery, known as…

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Aortic valve repair and aortic valve replacement

These types of heart valve surgeries are done to treat aortic valve disease, including aortic…

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Arthroscopy

Learn more about this procedure that uses a slim fiber-optic camera to diagnose and treat…

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Atrial fibrillation ablation

Learn how heat or cold energy can treat an irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation (AFib).

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Atrial flutter ablation

This treatment uses heat energy to treat a rapid, fluttering heartbeat. Know why and when…

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Autologous stem cell transplant

Understand this type of bone marrow transplant that uses your own blood stem cells to…

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AV node ablation

Learn who may benefit from this cardiac catheter procedure to correct persistent atrial fibrillation, or…

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Awake brain surgery

Awake brain surgery is performed while you are awake and alert. This type of brain…

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Bariatric surgery

Bariatric surgery can be a helpful weight loss tool — but it’s not for everyone.…

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Barium enema

Find out how to prepare and what to expect if your doctor has recommended a…

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Basal body temperature for natural family planning

Learn the steps for tracking body temperature for pregnancy or contraception. Find out when during…

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Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS)

Learn about a two-part weight-loss procedure that involves making the stomach smaller and reconnecting parts…

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Bilirubin test

Find out what to expect from this important blood test that checks how your liver…

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Biofeedback

This technique teaches you to control your body’s functions, such as your heart rate and…

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Birth control patch

Learn how to use this type of birth control that delivers estrogen and progestin through…

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Bladder removal surgery (cystectomy)

Learn about new ways to surgically remove the bladder and rebuild another urinary system.

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