
How Bariatric Surgery Helps with Weight Loss
Introduction Bariatric surgery for weight loss is a medical procedure that helps people lose extra weight. Doctors recommend it when diet and exercise have not

Introduction Bariatric surgery for weight loss is a medical procedure that helps people lose extra weight. Doctors recommend it when diet and exercise have not

Introduction Piles, also known as hemorrhoids, are swollen veins in the lower part of the rectum or anus. Many people experience piles at some point

What is Diverticulitis? Diverticulitis is a condition that affects the colon, which is part of your large intestine. It happens when small pouches, called diverticula,

What is a Hiatal Hernia? A hiatal hernia happens when part of your stomach pushes up through the opening in your diaphragm. The diaphragm is

What Is a Colectomy? A colectomy is a surgery to remove part or all of the colon. The colon is also called the large intestine.

What Is a Thyroidectomy? A thyroidectomy is a surgery to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland

What is Achlasia Cardia? Achlasia cardia is a rare condition that affects the food pipe, also called the esophagus. In this condition, the muscles in

What Is Laparoscopic Hernia Repair? Laparoscopic hernia repair is a minimally invasive hernia surgery. It helps fix a hernia using small cuts and a camera.

What is Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy? Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a minimally invasive surgery to remove the gallbladder. Doctors often use this method because it involves small cuts