Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
An abdominal aortic aneurysm is when the walls of the aorta, a large artery in the middle of the body, become very thin and balloon... more
An abdominal aortic aneurysm is when the walls of the aorta, a large artery in the middle of the body, become very thin and balloon... more
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Aortic Aneurysm and Dissection
An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of the aorta, a large artery in the middle of the body. An aneurysm happens when the artery wall... more
An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of the aorta, a large artery in the middle of the body. An aneurysm happens when the artery wall... more
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Aortic Valve Replacement
An aortic valve replacement is a surgical procedure in which a damaged aortic valve in the heart is replaced with an artificial valve. more
An aortic valve replacement is a surgical procedure in which a damaged aortic valve in the heart is replaced with an artificial valve. more
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Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis is a disease in which fatty material, called plaque, can build up in the arteries and block the flow of blood. more
Atherosclerosis is a disease in which fatty material, called plaque, can build up in the arteries and block the flow of blood. more
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Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation is a type of abnormal heartbeat called an arrhythmia. In atrial fibrillation, the two upper chambers of the heart,... more
Atrial fibrillation is a type of abnormal heartbeat called an arrhythmia. In atrial fibrillation, the two upper chambers of the heart,... more
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Blood Transfusion
A blood transfusion is a common procedure in which a patient receives blood through a plastic intravenous (IV) tube inserted into a... more
A blood transfusion is a common procedure in which a patient receives blood through a plastic intravenous (IV) tube inserted into a... more
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Cardioversion
Cardioversion is a procedure in which an abnormal heartbeat, called atrial fibrillation, is returned to a normal heartbeat with... more
Cardioversion is a procedure in which an abnormal heartbeat, called atrial fibrillation, is returned to a normal heartbeat with... more
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Carotid Endarterectomy
An endarterectomy is a surgical procedure during which the surgeon removes a build up of fatty material, called plaque, that's... more
An endarterectomy is a surgical procedure during which the surgeon removes a build up of fatty material, called plaque, that's... more
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Circulation Checks: Lower Extremity
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the leg and performing a capillary refill test, after... more
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the leg and performing a capillary refill test, after... more
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Circulation Checks: Upper Extremity
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the arm and performing a capillary refill test after... more
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the arm and performing a capillary refill test after... more
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Coronary Angioplasty
A fatty material, called plaque, may block the heart's blood vessels, called coronary arteries. This video shows a coronary... more
A fatty material, called plaque, may block the heart's blood vessels, called coronary arteries. This video shows a coronary... more
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Coronary Artery Angiography (Cardiac Catheterization)
A coronary angiography is medical test doctors use to see if the heart's blood vessels are blocked by a fatty material, called plaque. more
A coronary angiography is medical test doctors use to see if the heart's blood vessels are blocked by a fatty material, called plaque. more
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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
A fatty material, called plaque, may block the heart's blood vessels, called coronary arteries. This video shows a coronary artery... more
A fatty material, called plaque, may block the heart's blood vessels, called coronary arteries. This video shows a coronary artery... more
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Echocardiogram (EKG, ECG)
An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to create a moving picture of the heart. Four different types of echocardiograms are... more
An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to create a moving picture of the heart. Four different types of echocardiograms are... more
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General Anesthesia
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
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Health Effects of Smoking
This video shows the health problems that result from smoking due to nicotine and other cancer-causing chemicals in tobacco. more
This video shows the health problems that result from smoking due to nicotine and other cancer-causing chemicals in tobacco. more
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Heart Anatomy
This video depicts the normal anatomy and function of the heart. The chambers and valves of the heart, along with blood flow through both... more
This video depicts the normal anatomy and function of the heart. The chambers and valves of the heart, along with blood flow through both... more
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Heart Failure Overview
Heart failure is a condition in which the heart loses its ability to pumb blood to the body. The heart failure can happen on the right... more
Heart failure is a condition in which the heart loses its ability to pumb blood to the body. The heart failure can happen on the right... more
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Implantable Cardiac Device
An implantable cardioverter defibrillator device, or ICD, is implanted in patients to fix an abnormal heartbeat, called an... more
An implantable cardioverter defibrillator device, or ICD, is implanted in patients to fix an abnormal heartbeat, called an... more
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Non-cardiac Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (NCPTA)
A fatty material, called plaque, may block blood vessels, called arteries. This video shows an angioplasty procedure, during which a... more
A fatty material, called plaque, may block blood vessels, called arteries. This video shows an angioplasty procedure, during which a... more
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Pacemaker Insertion
This video shows how doctors implant a pacemaker, a device that fixes certain types of arrhythmias, or abnormal heartbeats. A... more
This video shows how doctors implant a pacemaker, a device that fixes certain types of arrhythmias, or abnormal heartbeats. A... more
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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
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Burns: Classification and Treatment
Burns are skin injuries caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. This video shows the various types of burns. more
Burns are skin injuries caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. This video shows the various types of burns. more
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Pressure Sores
Pressure sores, also called bedsores or decubitus ulcers, are skin injuries caused by sitting or lying in one position too long. This... more
Pressure sores, also called bedsores or decubitus ulcers, are skin injuries caused by sitting or lying in one position too long. This... more
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Skin Biopsy
A skin biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of skin tissue. This video shows how and why a doctor performs a skin... more
A skin biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of skin tissue. This video shows how and why a doctor performs a skin... more
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Skin Graft Procedure
A skin graft is a procedure in which a surgeon transplants a healthy patch of skin, called a graft, into an area of damaged or missing skin. more
A skin graft is a procedure in which a surgeon transplants a healthy patch of skin, called a graft, into an area of damaged or missing skin. more
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Surgical Debridement
Surgical debridement is a procedure in which a surgeon removes dead tissue from a wound. This video shows how and why a surgeon performs a... more
Surgical debridement is a procedure in which a surgeon removes dead tissue from a wound. This video shows how and why a surgeon performs a... more
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Amniocentesis
Amniocentesis is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a long hollow needle into a pregnant woman's uterus to get a sample of the fluid... more
Amniocentesis is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a long hollow needle into a pregnant woman's uterus to get a sample of the fluid... more
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Barium Enema
A barium enema is a medical test that uses x-rays to see the inside of the large intestine, or colon, and rectum.
A barium enema is a medical test that uses x-rays to see the inside of the large intestine, or colon, and rectum.
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Breast Biopsy
A breast biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the breast. This video shows several ways a doctor... more
A breast biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the breast. This video shows several ways a doctor... more
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Bronchoscopy
A bronchoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on the end, called a bronchoscope, into the airways... more
A bronchoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on the end, called a bronchoscope, into the airways... more
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Circulation Checks: Lower Extremity
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the leg and performing a capillary refill test, after... more
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the leg and performing a capillary refill test, after... more
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Circulation Checks: Upper Extremity
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the arm and performing a capillary refill test after... more
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the arm and performing a capillary refill test after... more
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Coronary Artery Angiography (Cardiac Catheterization)
A coronary angiography is medical test doctors use to see if the heart's blood vessels are blocked by a fatty material, called plaque. more
A coronary angiography is medical test doctors use to see if the heart's blood vessels are blocked by a fatty material, called plaque. more
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Cystoscopy
Cystoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on the end, called a cystoscope, into the bladder. This... more
Cystoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on the end, called a cystoscope, into the bladder. This... more
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Diagnostic Pelvic Laparoscopy
Diagnostic pelvic laparoscopy is a procedure in which a surgeon inserts a tube-like viewing device, called a laparascope, inside the... more
Diagnostic pelvic laparoscopy is a procedure in which a surgeon inserts a tube-like viewing device, called a laparascope, inside the... more
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Dilation and Curettage (D & C)
Dilation and curettage, also known as a D & C, is a procedure to remove tissue lining the inside of the uterus. This video shows how and... more
Dilation and curettage, also known as a D & C, is a procedure to remove tissue lining the inside of the uterus. This video shows how and... more
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Echocardiogram (EKG, ECG)
An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to create a moving picture of the heart. Four different types of echocardiograms are... more
An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to create a moving picture of the heart. Four different types of echocardiograms are... more
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Endometrial Biopsy
An endometrial biopsy is a procedure to remove a small sample of the tissue lining the inside of the uterus. This video shows how and why a... more
An endometrial biopsy is a procedure to remove a small sample of the tissue lining the inside of the uterus. This video shows how and why a... more
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Hysteroscopy
Hysteroscopy is a procedure in which a doctor looks at the inside of a woman's uterus, or womb, using a thin tube-like device, called a... more
Hysteroscopy is a procedure in which a doctor looks at the inside of a woman's uterus, or womb, using a thin tube-like device, called a... more
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Liver Biopsy
A liver biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the liver. This video shows the normal function of the... more
A liver biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the liver. This video shows the normal function of the... more
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Lower GI Endoscopy (Sigmoidoscopy or Colonoscopy)
Lower GI Endoscopy, also called sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy, is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on... more
Lower GI Endoscopy, also called sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy, is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on... more
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Mammography
Mammography is a procedure that uses low-energy x- rays to view and detect changes in breast tissue. This video shows normal female... more
Mammography is a procedure that uses low-energy x- rays to view and detect changes in breast tissue. This video shows normal female... more
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Skin Biopsy
A skin biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of skin tissue. This video shows how and why a doctor performs a skin... more
A skin biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of skin tissue. This video shows how and why a doctor performs a skin... more
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Transthoracic Needle Biopsy
A transthoracic needle biopsy is a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the chest to take a small sample of fluid or lung tissue for... more
A transthoracic needle biopsy is a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the chest to take a small sample of fluid or lung tissue for... more
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Upper GI Endoscopy
An upper GI (gastrointestinal) endoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a tube-like instrument, called an endoscope, into... more
An upper GI (gastrointestinal) endoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a tube-like instrument, called an endoscope, into... more
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Caring For Your Suprapubic Catheter: Discharge Instructions
This video shows the step-by-step procedures for emptying the collection bag and cleaning the suprapubic catheter. Symptoms... more
This video shows the step-by-step procedures for emptying the collection bag and cleaning the suprapubic catheter. Symptoms... more
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Circulation Checks: Lower Extremity
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the leg and performing a capillary refill test, after... more
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the leg and performing a capillary refill test, after... more
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Circulation Checks: Upper Extremity
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the arm and performing a capillary refill test after... more
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for checking blood flow in the arm and performing a capillary refill test after... more
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Drainage Tube Care
This video shows the step-by-step procedures for surgical drain tube care, including stripping the drain and emptying the bulb. more
This video shows the step-by-step procedures for surgical drain tube care, including stripping the drain and emptying the bulb. more
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Removal of Foley Catheter (Female)
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for emptying the Foley bag and removing the Foley catheter from a woman. Symptoms... more
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for emptying the Foley bag and removing the Foley catheter from a woman. Symptoms... more
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Removal of Foley Catheter (Male)
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for emptying the Foley bag and removing the Foley catheter from a man. Symptoms... more
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for emptying the Foley bag and removing the Foley catheter from a man. Symptoms... more
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General Anesthesia
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
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Hearing
This video shows how the human ears pick up sound waves and transmit them to the brain in the process of hearing.
This video shows how the human ears pick up sound waves and transmit them to the brain in the process of hearing.
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Myringotomy (Ear tubes)
This video shows a myringotomy, a procedure in which a doctor removes fluid in the middle ear by placing a tube through the eardrum. more
This video shows a myringotomy, a procedure in which a doctor removes fluid in the middle ear by placing a tube through the eardrum. more
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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
The tonsils and adenoids are immune system glands located in the mouth and throat. A tonsillectomy is a procedure in which a surgeon... more
The tonsils and adenoids are immune system glands located in the mouth and throat. A tonsillectomy is a procedure in which a surgeon... more
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Aortic Aneurysm and Dissection
An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of the aorta, a large artery in the middle of the body. An aneurysm happens when the artery wall... more
An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of the aorta, a large artery in the middle of the body. An aneurysm happens when the artery wall... more
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Appendectomy
The appendix is a finger-like pouch attached to the first part of the large intestine, or colon. An appendectomy is the surgical removal... more
The appendix is a finger-like pouch attached to the first part of the large intestine, or colon. An appendectomy is the surgical removal... more
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Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis is a disease in which fatty material, called plaque, can build up in the arteries and block the flow of blood. more
Atherosclerosis is a disease in which fatty material, called plaque, can build up in the arteries and block the flow of blood. more
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Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation is a type of abnormal heartbeat called an arrhythmia. In atrial fibrillation, the two upper chambers of the heart,... more
Atrial fibrillation is a type of abnormal heartbeat called an arrhythmia. In atrial fibrillation, the two upper chambers of the heart,... more
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Blood Transfusion
A blood transfusion is a common procedure in which a patient receives blood through a plastic intravenous (IV) tube inserted into a... more
A blood transfusion is a common procedure in which a patient receives blood through a plastic intravenous (IV) tube inserted into a... more
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Burns: Classification and Treatment
Burns are skin injuries caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. This video shows the various types of burns. more
Burns are skin injuries caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. This video shows the various types of burns. more
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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
A fatty material, called plaque, may block the heart's blood vessels, called coronary arteries. This video shows a coronary artery... more
A fatty material, called plaque, may block the heart's blood vessels, called coronary arteries. This video shows a coronary artery... more
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General Anesthesia
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
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Healthcare-Associated Infections
Healthcare-associated infections, or HAIs, are infections that people get in healthcare facilities, such as hospitals. This video... more
Healthcare-associated infections, or HAIs, are infections that people get in healthcare facilities, such as hospitals. This video... more
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Hemorrhagic Stroke
A hemorrhagic stroke is the loss of brain function caused by burst blood vessels, called arteries, that carry blood to the brain. This... more
A hemorrhagic stroke is the loss of brain function caused by burst blood vessels, called arteries, that carry blood to the brain. This... more
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Ischemic Stroke
An ischemic stroke is the loss of brain function caused by blocked blood vessels, called arteries, that carry blood to the brain. This... more
An ischemic stroke is the loss of brain function caused by blocked blood vessels, called arteries, that carry blood to the brain. This... more
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Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
This video shows the position of the brain within its hard and soft tissue coverings and how a mild traumatic brain injury happens. more
This video shows the position of the brain within its hard and soft tissue coverings and how a mild traumatic brain injury happens. more
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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
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Surgical Debridement
Surgical debridement is a procedure in which a surgeon removes dead tissue from a wound. This video shows how and why a surgeon performs a... more
Surgical debridement is a procedure in which a surgeon removes dead tissue from a wound. This video shows how and why a surgeon performs a... more
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Viral Meningitis
Viral meningitis is an inflammation of the coverings or meninges around the brain and spinal cord, caused by a virus. This video depicts... more
Viral meningitis is an inflammation of the coverings or meninges around the brain and spinal cord, caused by a virus. This video depicts... more
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Insulin Pump
An insulin pump is a device used by diabetic patients to control their blood sugar level through regular and automatic insulin... more
An insulin pump is a device used by diabetic patients to control their blood sugar level through regular and automatic insulin... more
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Robotic Thyroidectomy
This video provides an overview of thyroid issues that may lead to the thyroid gland being removed. It depicts the thyroid gland being... more
This video provides an overview of thyroid issues that may lead to the thyroid gland being removed. It depicts the thyroid gland being... more
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Thyroid Cancer
There are different types of and treatments for thyroid cancer. This video introduces the normal function of the thyroid gland,... more
There are different types of and treatments for thyroid cancer. This video introduces the normal function of the thyroid gland,... more
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Thyroidectomy
This 3d medical animation gives an overview about how the thyroid's physiological functions in the body. It then proceeds to describe... more
This 3d medical animation gives an overview about how the thyroid's physiological functions in the body. It then proceeds to describe... more
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Type 1 Diabetes
Insulin is a hormone the body makes to maintain a proper blood sugar level. Type 1 diabetes is a condition in which the blood sugar level is... more
Insulin is a hormone the body makes to maintain a proper blood sugar level. Type 1 diabetes is a condition in which the blood sugar level is... more
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Type 2 Diabetes
Insulin is a hormone the body makes to maintain a proper blood sugar level. Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the blood sugar level is... more
Insulin is a hormone the body makes to maintain a proper blood sugar level. Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the blood sugar level is... more
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Appendectomy
The appendix is a finger-like pouch attached to the first part of the large intestine, or colon. An appendectomy is the surgical removal... more
The appendix is a finger-like pouch attached to the first part of the large intestine, or colon. An appendectomy is the surgical removal... more
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Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery is a group of surgical procedures intended to help obese people lose weight.
Bariatric surgery is a group of surgical procedures intended to help obese people lose weight.
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Barium Enema
A barium enema is a medical test that uses x-rays to see the inside of the large intestine, or colon, and rectum.
A barium enema is a medical test that uses x-rays to see the inside of the large intestine, or colon, and rectum.
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Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder Removal)
Cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of a small sac-like organ called the gallbladder. This video shows how and why this procedure... more
Cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of a small sac-like organ called the gallbladder. This video shows how and why this procedure... more
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Colon Resection
Colon resection is the surgical removal of part of the large intestine. This video shows how and why surgeons perform this surgical... more
Colon resection is the surgical removal of part of the large intestine. This video shows how and why surgeons perform this surgical... more
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Diverticular Disease
Diverticular disease is a condition occurring when pouches called diverticula form toward the end of the large intestine. This video... more
Diverticular disease is a condition occurring when pouches called diverticula form toward the end of the large intestine. This video... more
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Fundoplication
Fundoplication is a surgical procedure to prevent a back flow of stomach contents into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube... more
Fundoplication is a surgical procedure to prevent a back flow of stomach contents into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube... more
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General Anesthesia
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
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Hemorrhoidectomy
A hemorrhoid, also known as piles, is a painful swollen vein near the anus, which is the opening of the large intestine. A... more
A hemorrhoid, also known as piles, is a painful swollen vein near the anus, which is the opening of the large intestine. A... more
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Inguinal Hernia
An inguinal hernia is a bulging of the intestine through a defect or weak spot in the wall of the lower abdomen. This video shows how... more
An inguinal hernia is a bulging of the intestine through a defect or weak spot in the wall of the lower abdomen. This video shows how... more
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a chronic condition affecting your large intestine. With IBS, the muscular contractions of your... more
Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a chronic condition affecting your large intestine. With IBS, the muscular contractions of your... more
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Laparoscopic Lysis of Abdominal Adhesions
Adhesions are scar tissue that forms inside the abdomen. This video shows how adhesions may form, possible complications, and... more
Adhesions are scar tissue that forms inside the abdomen. This video shows how adhesions may form, possible complications, and... more
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Laparoscopic Repair of Ventral Incisional Hernias
A ventral incisional hernia is a bulging of the intestine through a weak spot at the site of a past surgical incision in the abdomen. This... more
A ventral incisional hernia is a bulging of the intestine through a weak spot at the site of a past surgical incision in the abdomen. This... more
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Liver Biopsy
A liver biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the liver. This video shows the normal function of the... more
A liver biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the liver. This video shows the normal function of the... more
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Lower GI Endoscopy (Sigmoidoscopy or Colonoscopy)
Lower GI Endoscopy, also called sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy, is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on... more
Lower GI Endoscopy, also called sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy, is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on... more
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Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer of the pancreas,which is a gland attached to the small intestine. This video shows how pancreatic... more
Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer of the pancreas,which is a gland attached to the small intestine. This video shows how pancreatic... more
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Peptic Ulcer
Peptic ulcers are sores in the lining of the esophagus, stomach, or first part of the small intestine.
Peptic ulcers are sores in the lining of the esophagus, stomach, or first part of the small intestine.
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Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Feeding Tube
A percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, or PEG, is a feeding tube that is inserted through the wall of the abdomen and into the stomach. more
A percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, or PEG, is a feeding tube that is inserted through the wall of the abdomen and into the stomach. more
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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
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Robotic Bariatric Surgery
This video describes the two most common bariatric surgeries, using robotic procedures: the placement of an adjustable gastric band,... more
This video describes the two most common bariatric surgeries, using robotic procedures: the placement of an adjustable gastric band,... more
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Upper GI Endoscopy
An upper GI (gastrointestinal) endoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a tube-like instrument, called an endoscope, into... more
An upper GI (gastrointestinal) endoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a tube-like instrument, called an endoscope, into... more
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Healthcare-Associated Infections
Healthcare-associated infections, or HAIs, are infections that people get in healthcare facilities, such as hospitals. This video... more
Healthcare-associated infections, or HAIs, are infections that people get in healthcare facilities, such as hospitals. This video... more
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Viral Meningitis
Viral meningitis is an inflammation of the coverings or meninges around the brain and spinal cord, caused by a virus. This video depicts... more
Viral meningitis is an inflammation of the coverings or meninges around the brain and spinal cord, caused by a virus. This video depicts... more
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Cervical Disc Injury
This video shows the anatomy of the spine in the neck and common injuries in this area.
This video shows the anatomy of the spine in the neck and common injuries in this area.
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Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)/Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)
Complex regional pain syndrome, or CRPS, also known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy, or RSD, is a condition in which nerve damage or... more
Complex regional pain syndrome, or CRPS, also known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy, or RSD, is a condition in which nerve damage or... more
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Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a disorder that can cause intense pain in 11-18 tender points on the body. This video explains the symptoms and medical... more
Fibromyalgia is a disorder that can cause intense pain in 11-18 tender points on the body. This video explains the symptoms and medical... more
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General Anesthesia
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
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Hemorrhagic Stroke
A hemorrhagic stroke is the loss of brain function caused by burst blood vessels, called arteries, that carry blood to the brain. This... more
A hemorrhagic stroke is the loss of brain function caused by burst blood vessels, called arteries, that carry blood to the brain. This... more
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Ischemic Stroke
An ischemic stroke is the loss of brain function caused by blocked blood vessels, called arteries, that carry blood to the brain. This... more
An ischemic stroke is the loss of brain function caused by blocked blood vessels, called arteries, that carry blood to the brain. This... more
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Lumbar Disc Injuries and Treatment
This video shows the anatomy of the spine in the lower back, common injuries in this area, and their treatment.
This video shows the anatomy of the spine in the lower back, common injuries in this area, and their treatment.
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Lumbar Laminectomy
Lumbar laminectomy is a surgical procedure in which a surgeon removes the back of the some of the bones in the spine called vertebrae. The... more
Lumbar laminectomy is a surgical procedure in which a surgeon removes the back of the some of the bones in the spine called vertebrae. The... more
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Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
This video shows the position of the brain within its hard and soft tissue coverings and how a mild traumatic brain injury happens. more
This video shows the position of the brain within its hard and soft tissue coverings and how a mild traumatic brain injury happens. more
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Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is condition in which the peripheral nerves don't work properly as a result of disease or damage. This video... more
Peripheral neuropathy is condition in which the peripheral nerves don't work properly as a result of disease or damage. This video... more
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Pressure Sores
Pressure sores, also called bedsores or decubitus ulcers, are skin injuries caused by sitting or lying in one position too long. This... more
Pressure sores, also called bedsores or decubitus ulcers, are skin injuries caused by sitting or lying in one position too long. This... more
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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
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Spinal and Epidural Anesthesia
Spinal and epidural anesthesia are injections of liquid drugs into the area surrounding the spinal cord to cause numbness in an area of... more
Spinal and epidural anesthesia are injections of liquid drugs into the area surrounding the spinal cord to cause numbness in an area of... more
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Viral Meningitis
Viral meningitis is an inflammation of the coverings or meninges around the brain and spinal cord, caused by a virus. This video depicts... more
Viral meningitis is an inflammation of the coverings or meninges around the brain and spinal cord, caused by a virus. This video depicts... more
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Amniocentesis
Amniocentesis is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a long hollow needle into a pregnant woman's uterus to get a sample of the fluid... more
Amniocentesis is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a long hollow needle into a pregnant woman's uterus to get a sample of the fluid... more
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Breast Anatomy
This video shows the anatomy of the female breast. A cut-away view depicts the structures inside and near the breast, including the... more
This video shows the anatomy of the female breast. A cut-away view depicts the structures inside and near the breast, including the... more
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Breast Biopsy
A breast biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the breast. This video shows several ways a doctor... more
A breast biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the breast. This video shows several ways a doctor... more
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Breast Cancer Progression and Staging
This video shows how breast cancer progresses by explaining the stages of the disease.
This video shows how breast cancer progresses by explaining the stages of the disease.
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Breast Cancer Symptoms
This video shows the various symptoms of breast cancer.
This video shows the various symptoms of breast cancer.
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Breast Surgery
This video shows various surgical procedures in which a surgeon removes breast cancer tumors.
This video shows various surgical procedures in which a surgeon removes breast cancer tumors.
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Breastfeeding
This video shows how milk glands in the female breast make milk during pregnancy. It also shows the four basic breastfeeding positions. more
This video shows how milk glands in the female breast make milk during pregnancy. It also shows the four basic breastfeeding positions. more
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Cervical Cancer Prevention
The cervix is the lower end of the the uterus at the top of the vagina. This video shows how a woman can reduce her risk of cancer of the... more
The cervix is the lower end of the the uterus at the top of the vagina. This video shows how a woman can reduce her risk of cancer of the... more
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Cervical Cancer Progression and Staging
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the different stages of cancer of the cervix. more
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the different stages of cancer of the cervix. more
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Cervical Cancer Symptoms
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the various symptoms of cancer of the cervix. more
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the various symptoms of cancer of the cervix. more
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Cervical Cancer Treatment
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the various treatment options for cancer of... more
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the various treatment options for cancer of... more
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Cesarean Section Delivery
A cesarean section (c-section) is a procedure to deliver a baby through an incision in the mother's abdomen. This video shows how and why... more
A cesarean section (c-section) is a procedure to deliver a baby through an incision in the mother's abdomen. This video shows how and why... more
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Diagnostic Pelvic Laparoscopy
Diagnostic pelvic laparoscopy is a procedure in which a surgeon inserts a tube-like viewing device, called a laparascope, inside the... more
Diagnostic pelvic laparoscopy is a procedure in which a surgeon inserts a tube-like viewing device, called a laparascope, inside the... more
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Dilation and Curettage (D & C)
Dilation and curettage, also known as a D & C, is a procedure to remove tissue lining the inside of the uterus. This video shows how and... more
Dilation and curettage, also known as a D & C, is a procedure to remove tissue lining the inside of the uterus. This video shows how and... more
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Endometrial Biopsy
An endometrial biopsy is a procedure to remove a small sample of the tissue lining the inside of the uterus. This video shows how and why a... more
An endometrial biopsy is a procedure to remove a small sample of the tissue lining the inside of the uterus. This video shows how and why a... more
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Epidural Steroid Injection
An epidural steroid injection is an injection of steroid medication to reduce pain and inflammation in the spine.
An epidural steroid injection is an injection of steroid medication to reduce pain and inflammation in the spine.
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Episiotomy
An episiotomy is a procedure during which a doctor makes an incision to widen the opening of the vagina. The larger opening allows a baby... more
An episiotomy is a procedure during which a doctor makes an incision to widen the opening of the vagina. The larger opening allows a baby... more
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Folic Acid
Folic acid is a B vitamin the body needs to help make new cells, including brain cells, blood cells, and the genetic material inside... more
Folic acid is a B vitamin the body needs to help make new cells, including brain cells, blood cells, and the genetic material inside... more
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General Anesthesia
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
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Hysterectomy
A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure during which a woman's uterus, or womb, is removed. This video shows three different... more
A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure during which a woman's uterus, or womb, is removed. This video shows three different... more
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Hysteroscopy
Hysteroscopy is a procedure in which a doctor looks at the inside of a woman's uterus, or womb, using a thin tube-like device, called a... more
Hysteroscopy is a procedure in which a doctor looks at the inside of a woman's uterus, or womb, using a thin tube-like device, called a... more
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Labor and Birth
This video shows the three stages of labor during a normal vaginal birth of a baby.
This video shows the three stages of labor during a normal vaginal birth of a baby.
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Mammography
Mammography is a procedure that uses low-energy x- rays to view and detect changes in breast tissue. This video shows normal female... more
Mammography is a procedure that uses low-energy x- rays to view and detect changes in breast tissue. This video shows normal female... more
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Pelvic Prolapse
Pelvic prolapse is when the muscles and other tissues in a woman's pelvis become weak and allow the pelvic organs, such as the uterus or... more
Pelvic prolapse is when the muscles and other tissues in a woman's pelvis become weak and allow the pelvic organs, such as the uterus or... more
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an imbalance of female sex hormones. This video shows how abnormal amounts of certain hormones may... more
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an imbalance of female sex hormones. This video shows how abnormal amounts of certain hormones may... more
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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
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Robotic Hysterectomy
This video shows how three different types of hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus) surgeries are performed, using robotic... more
This video shows how three different types of hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus) surgeries are performed, using robotic... more
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Treatments for Breast Cancer
This video shows a variety of treatments for breast cancer, including medication, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical... more
This video shows a variety of treatments for breast cancer, including medication, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical... more
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Tubal Ligation
A tubal ligation is a permanent type of birth control in which a surgeon cuts and seals off a woman's fallopian, or uterine, tubes in order... more
A tubal ligation is a permanent type of birth control in which a surgeon cuts and seals off a woman's fallopian, or uterine, tubes in order... more
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Barium Enema
A barium enema is a medical test that uses x-rays to see the inside of the large intestine, or colon, and rectum.
A barium enema is a medical test that uses x-rays to see the inside of the large intestine, or colon, and rectum.
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Breast Anatomy
This video shows the anatomy of the female breast. A cut-away view depicts the structures inside and near the breast, including the... more
This video shows the anatomy of the female breast. A cut-away view depicts the structures inside and near the breast, including the... more
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Breast Biopsy
A breast biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the breast. This video shows several ways a doctor... more
A breast biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the breast. This video shows several ways a doctor... more
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Breast Cancer Progression and Staging
This video shows how breast cancer progresses by explaining the stages of the disease.
This video shows how breast cancer progresses by explaining the stages of the disease.
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Breast Cancer Symptoms
This video shows the various symptoms of breast cancer.
This video shows the various symptoms of breast cancer.
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Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction is a surgical procedure in which a surgeon rebuilds the female breast. This video shows why and how a surgeon may... more
Breast reconstruction is a surgical procedure in which a surgeon rebuilds the female breast. This video shows why and how a surgeon may... more
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Breast Surgery
This video shows various surgical procedures in which a surgeon removes breast cancer tumors.
This video shows various surgical procedures in which a surgeon removes breast cancer tumors.
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Cervical Cancer Prevention
The cervix is the lower end of the the uterus at the top of the vagina. This video shows how a woman can reduce her risk of cancer of the... more
The cervix is the lower end of the the uterus at the top of the vagina. This video shows how a woman can reduce her risk of cancer of the... more
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Cervical Cancer Progression and Staging
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the different stages of cancer of the cervix. more
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the different stages of cancer of the cervix. more
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Cervical Cancer Symptoms
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the various symptoms of cancer of the cervix. more
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the various symptoms of cancer of the cervix. more
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Cervical Cancer Treatment
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the various treatment options for cancer of... more
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus located at the top of the vagina. This video shows the various treatment options for cancer of... more
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Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is the use of chemical substances to kill fast-growing and reproducing cancer cells. This video shows the action, side... more
Chemotherapy is the use of chemical substances to kill fast-growing and reproducing cancer cells. This video shows the action, side... more
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Cystoscopy
Cystoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on the end, called a cystoscope, into the bladder. This... more
Cystoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on the end, called a cystoscope, into the bladder. This... more
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Endometrial Biopsy
An endometrial biopsy is a procedure to remove a small sample of the tissue lining the inside of the uterus. This video shows how and why a... more
An endometrial biopsy is a procedure to remove a small sample of the tissue lining the inside of the uterus. This video shows how and why a... more
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General Anesthesia
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
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Health Effects of Smoking
This video shows the health problems that result from smoking due to nicotine and other cancer-causing chemicals in tobacco. more
This video shows the health problems that result from smoking due to nicotine and other cancer-causing chemicals in tobacco. more
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Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
Intensity modeled radiation therapy is a procedure used to treat certain forms of cancer, to kill cancer or control cancer growth. more
Intensity modeled radiation therapy is a procedure used to treat certain forms of cancer, to kill cancer or control cancer growth. more
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Liver Biopsy
A liver biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the liver. This video shows the normal function of the... more
A liver biopsy is a procedure in which a doctor removes a small sample of tissue from the liver. This video shows the normal function of the... more
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Lung Anatomy
This video shows the anatomy and function of the lungs.
This video shows the anatomy and function of the lungs.
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Lung Cancer Prevention
This video shows several steps one can take to reduce the risk of lung cancer.
This video shows several steps one can take to reduce the risk of lung cancer.
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Lung Cancer Staging: Non-small Cell
This video shows the different stages over time in a type of cancer called non-small cell lung cancer.
This video shows the different stages over time in a type of cancer called non-small cell lung cancer.
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Lung Cancer Staging: Small Cell
This video shows the different stages over time in a type of cancer called small cell lung cancer.
This video shows the different stages over time in a type of cancer called small cell lung cancer.
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Lung Cancer Symptoms
This video shows various lung cancer symptoms.
This video shows various lung cancer symptoms.
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Lung Cancer Treatment
This video shows various lung cancer treatments.
This video shows various lung cancer treatments.
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Mammography
Mammography is a procedure that uses low-energy x- rays to view and detect changes in breast tissue. This video shows normal female... more
Mammography is a procedure that uses low-energy x- rays to view and detect changes in breast tissue. This video shows normal female... more
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Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer of the pancreas,which is a gland attached to the small intestine. This video shows how pancreatic... more
Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer of the pancreas,which is a gland attached to the small intestine. This video shows how pancreatic... more
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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
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Radical Prostatectomy
A radical prostatectomy is procedure in which a surgeon removes the prostate gland, which is located underneath the male bladder. ... more
A radical prostatectomy is procedure in which a surgeon removes the prostate gland, which is located underneath the male bladder. ... more
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Robotic Prostatectomy
This video provides an overview of the anatomy of the male urogenital system, with the main focus on the prostate. Prostate cancer is... more
This video provides an overview of the anatomy of the male urogenital system, with the main focus on the prostate. Prostate cancer is... more
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Robotic Radical Cystectomy - Male
This video provides a detailed description of the surgical instrumentation, procedure, and operating room setup during a radical... more
This video provides a detailed description of the surgical instrumentation, procedure, and operating room setup during a radical... more
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Targeted Cancer Cell Therapy
Targeted cancer cell treatments like small molecule drugs and monoclonal antibodies, can block cancer cell signals, deliver toxic... more
Targeted cancer cell treatments like small molecule drugs and monoclonal antibodies, can block cancer cell signals, deliver toxic... more
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Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer is a type of cancer of the testicles, which are the smalll sperm-producing organs inside the male's scrotum. This... more
Testicular cancer is a type of cancer of the testicles, which are the smalll sperm-producing organs inside the male's scrotum. This... more
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Thyroid Cancer
There are different types of and treatments for thyroid cancer. This video introduces the normal function of the thyroid gland,... more
There are different types of and treatments for thyroid cancer. This video introduces the normal function of the thyroid gland,... more
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Transthoracic Needle Biopsy
A transthoracic needle biopsy is a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the chest to take a small sample of fluid or lung tissue for... more
A transthoracic needle biopsy is a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the chest to take a small sample of fluid or lung tissue for... more
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Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a procedure in which a surgeon removes the prostate gland from its location... more
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a procedure in which a surgeon removes the prostate gland from its location... more
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Treatments for Breast Cancer
This video shows a variety of treatments for breast cancer, including medication, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical... more
This video shows a variety of treatments for breast cancer, including medication, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical... more
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Cataract Surgery
Cataracts are cloudy areas inside the lens of the eye. Cataract surgery is a procedure in which a surgeon removes the entire lens and... more
Cataracts are cloudy areas inside the lens of the eye. Cataract surgery is a procedure in which a surgeon removes the entire lens and... more
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Cataract Surgery: Lens Extraction and Prosthetic Lens Insertion
Cataracts are cloudy areas inside the lens of the eye. Cataract surgery is a procedure in which a surgeon removes the entire lens and... more
Cataracts are cloudy areas inside the lens of the eye. Cataract surgery is a procedure in which a surgeon removes the entire lens and... more
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Glaucoma Surgery
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that can damage the nerve connecting the eye to the brain, resulting in partial vision loss or blindness. more
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that can damage the nerve connecting the eye to the brain, resulting in partial vision loss or blindness. more
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Insulin Pump
An insulin pump is a device used by diabetic patients to control their blood sugar level through regular and automatic insulin... more
An insulin pump is a device used by diabetic patients to control their blood sugar level through regular and automatic insulin... more
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LASIK Eye Surgery
LASIK eye surgery is a procedure in which a surgeon reshapes the cornea (transparent covering of iris) using a laser. This procedure... more
LASIK eye surgery is a procedure in which a surgeon reshapes the cornea (transparent covering of iris) using a laser. This procedure... more
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Type 1 Diabetes
Insulin is a hormone the body makes to maintain a proper blood sugar level. Type 1 diabetes is a condition in which the blood sugar level is... more
Insulin is a hormone the body makes to maintain a proper blood sugar level. Type 1 diabetes is a condition in which the blood sugar level is... more
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Type 2 Diabetes
Insulin is a hormone the body makes to maintain a proper blood sugar level. Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the blood sugar level is... more
Insulin is a hormone the body makes to maintain a proper blood sugar level. Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the blood sugar level is... more
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Surgery
The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, is one of the four main ligaments connecting the thighbone to the shinbone. This video shows a... more
The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, is one of the four main ligaments connecting the thighbone to the shinbone. This video shows a... more
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Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
The rotator cuff is a group of arm muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint. This video shows a surgical procedure to repair a... more
The rotator cuff is a group of arm muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint. This video shows a surgical procedure to repair a... more
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is disorder caused by compression of a nerve in the wrist. This video shows two different surgical procedures to... more
Carpal tunnel syndrome is disorder caused by compression of a nerve in the wrist. This video shows two different surgical procedures to... more
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Cervical Disc Injury
This video shows the anatomy of the spine in the neck and common injuries in this area.
This video shows the anatomy of the spine in the neck and common injuries in this area.
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General Anesthesia
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
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Gout
Gout is a type of painful arthritis in the joints. This video shows the cause of gout and some of its treatments.
Gout is a type of painful arthritis in the joints. This video shows the cause of gout and some of its treatments.
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Knee Arthroscopy
Knee arthroscopy is a surgical procedure to view or repair damage inside the knee through tiny incisions using a tube-like instrument,... more
Knee arthroscopy is a surgical procedure to view or repair damage inside the knee through tiny incisions using a tube-like instrument,... more
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Lumbar Disc Injuries and Treatment
This video shows the anatomy of the spine in the lower back, common injuries in this area, and their treatment.
This video shows the anatomy of the spine in the lower back, common injuries in this area, and their treatment.
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Lumbar Laminectomy
Lumbar laminectomy is a surgical procedure in which a surgeon removes the back of the some of the bones in the spine called vertebrae. The... more
Lumbar laminectomy is a surgical procedure in which a surgeon removes the back of the some of the bones in the spine called vertebrae. The... more
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Minimally Invasive Direct Anterior Total Hip Replacement (THR)
Total hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon replaces a damaged or diseased hip joint with a man-made hip joint. more
Total hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon replaces a damaged or diseased hip joint with a man-made hip joint. more
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Pressure Sores
Pressure sores, also called bedsores or decubitus ulcers, are skin injuries caused by sitting or lying in one position too long. This... more
Pressure sores, also called bedsores or decubitus ulcers, are skin injuries caused by sitting or lying in one position too long. This... more
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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
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Spinal and Epidural Anesthesia
Spinal and epidural anesthesia are injections of liquid drugs into the area surrounding the spinal cord to cause numbness in an area of... more
Spinal and epidural anesthesia are injections of liquid drugs into the area surrounding the spinal cord to cause numbness in an area of... more
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Spinal Fusion
Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure in which a surgeon fuses two or more bones of the spine together. This video shows how and why... more
Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure in which a surgeon fuses two or more bones of the spine together. This video shows how and why... more
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Total Hip Replacement
Total hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon replaces a damaged, or diseased hip joint with a man-made hip joint. more
Total hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon replaces a damaged, or diseased hip joint with a man-made hip joint. more
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Total Knee Replacement
Total knee joint replacement is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged knee joint with a man-made knee joint. This video shows how and... more
Total knee joint replacement is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged knee joint with a man-made knee joint. This video shows how and... more
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General Anesthesia
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
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Hearing
This video shows how the human ears pick up sound waves and transmit them to the brain in the process of hearing.
This video shows how the human ears pick up sound waves and transmit them to the brain in the process of hearing.
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Myringotomy (Ear tubes)
This video shows a myringotomy, a procedure in which a doctor removes fluid in the middle ear by placing a tube through the eardrum. more
This video shows a myringotomy, a procedure in which a doctor removes fluid in the middle ear by placing a tube through the eardrum. more
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Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Feeding Tube
A percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, or PEG, is a feeding tube that is inserted through the wall of the abdomen and into the stomach. more
A percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, or PEG, is a feeding tube that is inserted through the wall of the abdomen and into the stomach. more
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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
The tonsils and adenoids are immune system glands located in the mouth and throat. A tonsillectomy is a procedure in which a surgeon... more
The tonsils and adenoids are immune system glands located in the mouth and throat. A tonsillectomy is a procedure in which a surgeon... more
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Bronchoscopy
A bronchoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on the end, called a bronchoscope, into the airways... more
A bronchoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on the end, called a bronchoscope, into the airways... more
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), caused by chronic bronchitis and emphysema, is a condition that limits the lungs'... more
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), caused by chronic bronchitis and emphysema, is a condition that limits the lungs'... more
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General Anesthesia
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
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Health Effects of Smoking
This video shows the health problems that result from smoking due to nicotine and other cancer-causing chemicals in tobacco. more
This video shows the health problems that result from smoking due to nicotine and other cancer-causing chemicals in tobacco. more
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Lung Anatomy
This video shows the anatomy and function of the lungs.
This video shows the anatomy and function of the lungs.
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Lung Cancer Prevention
This video shows several steps one can take to reduce the risk of lung cancer.
This video shows several steps one can take to reduce the risk of lung cancer.
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Lung Cancer Staging: Non-small Cell
This video shows the different stages over time in a type of cancer called non-small cell lung cancer.
This video shows the different stages over time in a type of cancer called non-small cell lung cancer.
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Lung Cancer Staging: Small Cell
This video shows the different stages over time in a type of cancer called small cell lung cancer.
This video shows the different stages over time in a type of cancer called small cell lung cancer.
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Lung Cancer Symptoms
This video shows various lung cancer symptoms.
This video shows various lung cancer symptoms.
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Lung Cancer Treatment
This video shows various lung cancer treatments.
This video shows various lung cancer treatments.
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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
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Transthoracic Needle Biopsy
A transthoracic needle biopsy is a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the chest to take a small sample of fluid or lung tissue for... more
A transthoracic needle biopsy is a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the chest to take a small sample of fluid or lung tissue for... more
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is disorder caused by compression of a nerve in the wrist. This video shows two different surgical procedures to... more
Carpal tunnel syndrome is disorder caused by compression of a nerve in the wrist. This video shows two different surgical procedures to... more
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Gout
Gout is a type of painful arthritis in the joints. This video shows the cause of gout and some of its treatments.
Gout is a type of painful arthritis in the joints. This video shows the cause of gout and some of its treatments.
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Knee Arthroscopy
Knee arthroscopy is a surgical procedure to view or repair damage inside the knee through tiny incisions using a tube-like instrument,... more
Knee arthroscopy is a surgical procedure to view or repair damage inside the knee through tiny incisions using a tube-like instrument,... more
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Minimally Invasive Direct Anterior Total Hip Replacement (THR)
Total hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon replaces a damaged or diseased hip joint with a man-made hip joint. more
Total hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon replaces a damaged or diseased hip joint with a man-made hip joint. more
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Total Hip Replacement
Total hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon replaces a damaged, or diseased hip joint with a man-made hip joint. more
Total hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon replaces a damaged, or diseased hip joint with a man-made hip joint. more
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Total Knee Replacement
Total knee joint replacement is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged knee joint with a man-made knee joint. This video shows how and... more
Total knee joint replacement is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged knee joint with a man-made knee joint. This video shows how and... more
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Introduction to Robotic Surgery (Female)
This video provides an overview on the surgical instrumentation and operating room setup for robotic surgical procedures on women. It... more
This video provides an overview on the surgical instrumentation and operating room setup for robotic surgical procedures on women. It... more
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Introduction to Robotic Surgery (Male)
This video provides an overview on the surgical instrumentation and operating room setup for robotic surgical procedures on men. It... more
This video provides an overview on the surgical instrumentation and operating room setup for robotic surgical procedures on men. It... more
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Robotic Bariatric Surgery
This video describes the two most common bariatric surgeries, using robotic procedures: the placement of an adjustable gastric band,... more
This video describes the two most common bariatric surgeries, using robotic procedures: the placement of an adjustable gastric band,... more
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Robotic Hysterectomy
This video shows how three different types of hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus) surgeries are performed, using robotic... more
This video shows how three different types of hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus) surgeries are performed, using robotic... more
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Robotic Prostatectomy
This video provides an overview of the anatomy of the male urogenital system, with the main focus on the prostate. Prostate cancer is... more
This video provides an overview of the anatomy of the male urogenital system, with the main focus on the prostate. Prostate cancer is... more
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Robotic Radical Cystectomy - Male
This video provides a detailed description of the surgical instrumentation, procedure, and operating room setup during a radical... more
This video provides a detailed description of the surgical instrumentation, procedure, and operating room setup during a radical... more
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Robotic Thyroidectomy
This video provides an overview of thyroid issues that may lead to the thyroid gland being removed. It depicts the thyroid gland being... more
This video provides an overview of thyroid issues that may lead to the thyroid gland being removed. It depicts the thyroid gland being... more
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Caring For Your Suprapubic Catheter: Discharge Instructions
This video shows the step-by-step procedures for emptying the collection bag and cleaning the suprapubic catheter. Symptoms... more
This video shows the step-by-step procedures for emptying the collection bag and cleaning the suprapubic catheter. Symptoms... more
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Cystoscopy
Cystoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on the end, called a cystoscope, into the bladder. This... more
Cystoscopy is a procedure in which a doctor inserts a flexible tube with a camera on the end, called a cystoscope, into the bladder. This... more
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General Anesthesia
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
General anesthesia is a treatment used to block pain and put the body to sleep during surgical procedures. This video shows the... more
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Low Testosterone Therapy
Testosterone is a normal hormone made by the body. If the level of this hormone is too low, low testosterone therapy can be taken to... more
Testosterone is a normal hormone made by the body. If the level of this hormone is too low, low testosterone therapy can be taken to... more
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Pelvic Prolapse
Pelvic prolapse is when the muscles and other tissues in a woman's pelvis become weak and allow the pelvic organs, such as the uterus or... more
Pelvic prolapse is when the muscles and other tissues in a woman's pelvis become weak and allow the pelvic organs, such as the uterus or... more
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Pessary Insertion
A pessary is a device inserted into the vagina to deliver medication or to support the internal female reproductive organs. more
A pessary is a device inserted into the vagina to deliver medication or to support the internal female reproductive organs. more
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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolism
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a thrombus, or blood clot, forms on a valve inside a vein, blocking the flow of blood... more
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Radical Prostatectomy
A radical prostatectomy is procedure in which a surgeon removes the prostate gland, which is located underneath the male bladder. ... more
A radical prostatectomy is procedure in which a surgeon removes the prostate gland, which is located underneath the male bladder. ... more
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Removal of Foley Catheter (Female)
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for emptying the Foley bag and removing the Foley catheter from a woman. Symptoms... more
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for emptying the Foley bag and removing the Foley catheter from a woman. Symptoms... more
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Removal of Foley Catheter (Male)
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for emptying the Foley bag and removing the Foley catheter from a man. Symptoms... more
This video demonstrates the step-by-step procedures for emptying the Foley bag and removing the Foley catheter from a man. Symptoms... more
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Robotic Prostatectomy
This video provides an overview of the anatomy of the male urogenital system, with the main focus on the prostate. Prostate cancer is... more
This video provides an overview of the anatomy of the male urogenital system, with the main focus on the prostate. Prostate cancer is... more
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Robotic Radical Cystectomy - Male
This video provides a detailed description of the surgical instrumentation, procedure, and operating room setup during a radical... more
This video provides a detailed description of the surgical instrumentation, procedure, and operating room setup during a radical... more
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Stress Urinary Incontinence
Stress urinary incontinence, or SUI, is the unintended leakage of urine. This video shows how and why SUI happens and its treatment. more
Stress urinary incontinence, or SUI, is the unintended leakage of urine. This video shows how and why SUI happens and its treatment. more
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Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer is a type of cancer of the testicles, which are the smalll sperm-producing organs inside the male's scrotum. This... more
Testicular cancer is a type of cancer of the testicles, which are the smalll sperm-producing organs inside the male's scrotum. This... more
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Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a procedure in which a surgeon removes the prostate gland from its location... more
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a procedure in which a surgeon removes the prostate gland from its location... more
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