Laparoscopic surgery, being minimally invasive, often allows for a quicker recovery compared to open abdominal surgery (laparotomy). Recovery after endometriosis surgery typically takes several weeks ...

“Before surgery, patients worry about length of recovery, how bad the pain will be and potential complications, particularly infections,” explains Dr. Andrew Wickline, a board-certified orthopedic ...

Gum graft surgery treats gum recession, which occurs when gum tissue is lost, exposing the roots of the teeth. Also known as gingival resection or gingival graft, this surgery involves removing gum ...

John Smith's new guide helps patients and caregivers manage recovery challenges, set realistic expectations, and ...

Healing after surgery is not just about rest. It requires the right nutritional support. Surgeon Motaz Selim, MD, PhD explains how proper nutrition is crucial for a good recovery after an operation.

Playing calming instrumental music during surgery can help patients recover more quickly, according to a new study. “Music seemed to quieten the internal storm”, according to researchers who tested 56 ...

PEC I and II nerve blocks enable breast cancer surgeries with deep sedation, avoiding general anesthesia's side effects like nausea and grogginess. Patients recover quickly, often resuming normal ...

Retinal Detachment is an emergency. Symptoms may include sudden flashes of light, "floaters," or even a shadow or curtain coming down to obscure part of your vision. Here two ophthalmologists are ...

University of Maryland Medical System surgeons break down how weight loss surgery works, who qualifies and what patients can ...