Definition & Overview Bone marrow harvesting is the process of collecting bone marrow cells from a donor and transplanting it to the same person (autologous) or another person (allogeneic). If...
Introduction and Overview A breast implant is a prosthetic material that is used to make a person’s breast bigger. These implants are typically used for breast reconstruction or breast augmentation...
Definition and Overview A biopsy of nail unit is performed to help diagnose nail disorders or to examine a suspected cyst, wart, or tumour. It involves taking a small piece...
Definition & Overview Breast augmentation with implants remains to be one of the most popular cosmetic surgical procedures in many parts of the world. Although safe, the FDA has warned...
Biopsy of superficial bones (such as ilium, sternum, spinous process, and ribs) using a trocar needle is an image-guided diagnostic procedure wherein a small sample of bone is obtained for...
Definition and Overview A bone marrow transplant follow-up is a post-transplant appointment between a patient and his healthcare team, which include an oncologist and hematologist (blood specialist). A bone marrow...
Definition & Overview Breast reconstruction refers to a procedure used to restore the appearance of a woman’s breast usually after a mastectomy, which is the partial or complete removal of...
Definition and Overview Aurilectomy is the resection or excision of the external ear usually as part of or primary treatment of tumours. An external ear removal may be partial, in...
Definition & Overview The stomach is an organ in the abdominal area of the body. Its primary task is to store and digest food items. Like any other part of...
Definition and Overview Bones are made up of tissues and cells, making them susceptible to any mutation that can eventually lead to certain types of cancers and other diseases. To...