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  2. Appendectomy - Wikipedia

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    Four incisions for an appendectomy, corresponding to the order listed. Hasson Entry: The two red lines mark the sites of the 5mm laparoscopic ports. The blue line above the umbilicus marks the site of the camera port Surgeons perform a laparoscopic appendectomy. In general terms, the procedure for an open appendectomy is:

  3. Retrograde appendicectomy - Wikipedia

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    A retrograde appendicectomy is a form of surgery to remove an appendix that is retrocaecal and adherent [1] or otherwise inaccessible, so that the appendicectomy is performed in a retrograde fashion. [2]

  4. Natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery - Wikipedia

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    Natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) is a surgical technique whereby "scarless" abdominal operations can be performed with an endoscope passed through a natural orifice (mouth, urethra, anus, vagina, etc.) then through an internal incision in the stomach, vagina, bladder or colon, thus avoiding any external incisions or scars.

  5. Man Sues Hospital, Doc: Appendix Left In After Appendectomy - AOL

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    When you have appendicitis, you get an appendectomy. Removal is ultimately the only solution, and, once done, you don't have to worry about it again. ... 24/7 Help. For premium support please call ...

  6. Mitrofanoff procedure - Wikipedia

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    The Mitrofanoff procedure is a major surgery and typically requires inpatient hospitalization for 5–7 days. [23] Initially, eating and drinking by mouth is not permitted and fluids are delivered intravenously for a few days. [24] Progression to a regular diet can be accomplished, starting with the consumption of clear fluids. [24]

  7. Self-surgery - Wikipedia

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    Successful abdominal self-surgery is extremely rare. [citation needed] A few well-publicized cases have found their way into the medical literature.On February 15, 1921, Evan O'Neill Kane carried out his own appendectomy in an attempt to prove the efficacy of local anesthesia for such operations.

  8. Prophylactic surgery - Wikipedia

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    Prophylactic appendectomy is the removal of the appendix in order to remove the chances of developing appendicitis as the leading cause of acute intra-abdominal disease in more than 50% of all cases. [24] Prophylactic Appendectomy is one of the most common preventive surgeries and is the most common emergency surgery performed in the USA. [25]

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    The Catholic Church, in its doctrine, still rejects same-sex marriage and condemns any sexual relations between gay or lesbian partners as “intrinsically disordered.” ... 24/7 Help. For ...