eMedTV Tests & Procedures A-Z
A pneumonectomy is a surgery that removes lung, generally because it contains cancer. This portion of the eMedTV archives explains lung cancer, how to prepare for the surgery, what happens during it, and the possible complications that can occur.
A PSA test is used to screen for prostate cancer, as well as to monitor recurrence of the disease. This eMedTV article discusses the PSA test in detail, including what the results mean, the test's limitations, and the controversy surrounding it.
A sentinel lymph node biopsy involves the detection and removal of the most likely lymph node your breast cancer may spread to. This eMedTV resource describes the sentinel lymph node biopsy procedure and explains how the node is detected.
Flexible sigmoidoscopy allows a doctor to see bleeding, inflammation, and abnormal growths in the descending colon and rectum. This eMedTV page further explains sigmoidoscopy, including a step-by-step guide of what to expect during the procedure.
As this eMedTV article explains, a regular skin exam will help you learn what is normal for your skin. This article provides a detailed explanation of how to perform this exam, when to perform it, and lists unusual things to look for.
There are two types of sphygmomanometers used to measure blood pressure: manometric and digital. This portion of the eMedTV archives describes each sphygmomanometer type in detail and explains how a sphygmomanometer works.