Gynecologic cancer treatments can lead to pelvic floor disorders (PFD). These disorders affect the muscles and tissues in the pelvic area. They can cause problems with bowel and bladder control. Also, they can make it hard to have sex or cause pain in the pelvic area. Many women face these issues a
In the world of medicine, understanding the tiny world of germs can make a big difference. A recent study took a close look at the germs found in the belly area during bowel surgery. The goal? To figure out how these germs might cause infections after surgery. First, let's talk about the belly area
In the world of heart repairs, doctors have a few tricks up their sleeves. One of these is using a tiny balloon to open up blocked paths in the heart. Sometimes, though, this balloon trick does not work well. So, they try placing a small metal tube, called a stent, to keep the path open. But, as wit
Matthew Castillo's story is one of struggle, persistence, and ultimate triumph. His journey with weight loss has been a rollercoaster, with ups and downs that spanned his entire life. At his heaviest, he weighed nearly 600 pounds, a number that seemed insurmountable. But Castillo wasn't always this
Pickleball is booming in the US. It's a game for all ages. It's fast, fun, and gets you moving. But like any sport, it can take a toll on your body. Stephen Ebner, a 73-year-old instructor at the Quad City Pickleball Club (QCPC), knows this well. He's been playing since retiring from coaching footba
Robots are now helping doctors fix problems in the tubes that carry pee from the kidneys. These tubes are called ureters. When they get too narrow, it's called a stricture. This can cause pain and make it hard for the body to get rid of waste. Doctors have been fixing these problems for a long time
Robots are becoming big players in bone surgery. But how much research is really happening in this area? A recent study took a deep dive into the global research scene. They looked at over 800 articles from 2005 to 2024. The findings? This field is growing fast. In 2005, only five articles were publ
Hip surgeries can be tricky, especially when dealing with too much acetabular coverage or coxa profunda. In such cases, getting inside the joint can be quite a challenge. This is where the outside-in capsulotomy comes into play. It's a method that allows surgeons to access the hip joint safely and e
Skull base surgery is a field that has seen huge growth. It is now a team effort. Doctors from many fields work together. This includes neurosurgeons, ear, nose, and throat specialists, and more. But this was not always the case. In the past, it was a field of solo geniuses. The North American Skul
Savannah Guthrie, the well-known co-anchor of Today, has recently shared some good news about her health. She had surgery on her vocal cords and is now on the road to recovery. Guthrie took to Instagram to update her fans, showing a photo of herself holding a whiteboard that read, "All good! Thanks
