Surgical procedures

Pre-term Labor: C-sections Are Not Always Best Mary Walton Jenkins Virginia College Are C-sections really the best choice of delivery for pre-term babies? A cesarean section, or “C-section,” is the delivery of a baby through a surgical incision in the mother's abdomen and uterus. One-third of all births in the US are performed by C-sections. Doctors have long assumed that Cesarean sections might be the best choice for babies that will be born preterm. Although, new studies show that…

modification entails measures such as altering genital appearances, cosmetic beautification, and plastic surgery. One way, our bodies are subject to cultural conformance is by altering genital appearances. For instance, circumcision is an eminent procedure used to alter the genitalia of newborns. In North America, the practice of female circumcision has diminished, but the…

In 2005, there was an estimated of 2 million people in need of prosthetic limbs. This problem has led, scientist and engineers to focus on better ways of creating an effective prosthetics. Because of this problem prosthetics have been designed incorrectly and it wouldn't benefit the amputee. For example, people in the military have lost their limbs because of war destruction around them. Because of this disadvantage U.S Veterans demanded improvement to their prosthetics. Many people…

consult your regular doctor and then find an oculoplastic specialist. During a ptosis surgery, the operating surgeon should meticulously measure and record all the relevant preoperative and surgical details. This provides valuable information about small adjustments and ensures success of the treatment procedure. It is the job of the surgeon to decide whether an internal approach or an external approach is suitable for treatment. A surgeon who does measuring and…

Robotic surgery: The impacts of robotic general surgery course on participants surgical practice compared to the traditional surgery has raised a lot of questions in the minds of patients and surgeons as to which one is more efficient in performing a well done job than the other. A course including lectures, live surgeries, as well…

2) The Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906 was significant because it set standards for quality of drugs and also required proper labeling of medications. Prior to this federal regulation, medications were sold freely to physicians and consumers without any proof of safety or effectiveness. 3) The FDA is involved in regulating the pharmaceutical industry and ensuring that basic standards are followed. They do this by inspecting facilities where drugs are made, reviewing new drug applications,and…

There is evidence beyond any doubt that simulation is now taking its place as one of the important pillars of surgical training, primarily in the field of laparoscopic surgery and endoscopy through the use of VR models. The amount of work and research to be done cannot be underestimated to reach a consensus on the optimal method to integrate simulation models into the existing curricula while making every possible effort to avoid the potential negative effects of unverified methods of…

modification entails measures such as altering genital appearances, cosmetic beautification, and plastic surgery. One way, our bodies are subject to cultural conformance is with altering genital appearances. For instance, circumcision is an eminent procedure used to alter the genitalia of newborns. In North America, the practice of female circumcision has diminished, but…

look and feel better about themselves. Since 2010 there has been a major increase on cosmetic surgeries being performed on both men and women. Some of the most popular procedures done are facelifts, botox, liposuction, and breast augmentation. There are two different types of procedures, surgical and not surgical. These procedures have many great benefits but they also need to be taken very seriously. This has become an ethical issue because many believe the cosmetic surgery is being done for…

Micro-needling is a non-surgical procedure that is used for facial rejuvenation. This minimally-invasive procedure is designed to stimulate collagen and elastin production, which helps to diminish the signs of aging. A More Youthful Appearance is Possible with Micro-Needling As we age, collagen production slows down: This decrease in collagen production causes wrinkles and/or sagging skin. Elastin is a protein that works in conjunction with collagen. Elastin can coil and recoil like a spring;…