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eMedTV Tests & Procedures A-Z

Gallbladder Surgery - Laparoscopy
This page contains links to eMedTV Tests & Procedures containing information on subjects from Gallbladder Surgery to Laparoscopy. The information is organized alphabetically; the "Favorite Articles" contains the top articles on this page. Links in the box will take you directly to the articles; those same links are available with a short description further down the page.
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  • Hip Replacement
  • Knee Replacement
  • Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation
 
 

Hip Replacement

During a hip replacement, an artificial hip is used to replace a worn-out hip joint. The information in this eMedTV page explains the reasons for the surgery, possible complications, and what to expect after the procedure.

Knee Replacement

During knee replacement surgery, an implant is used to replace a worn-out knee joint. This portion of the eMedTV archives discusses this surgery in detail, including information on how the knee works and possible complications of the procedure.

Laparoscopic Tubal Ligation

This eMedTV article covers tubal ligation (sometimes called "having your tubes tied"), which is a surgical procedure used to prevent pregnancy. This page gives an overview of laparoscopic tubal ligation and its risks, benefits, and alternatives.