Definition & Overview Immunotherapy is a form of treatment designed to boost the body’s immune system to help fight off certain types of diseases. Also termed biologic therapy, it is...
Definition & Overview An interstitial radioelement application is a procedure that is used to treat cancer. It involves exposing cancer cells (tumour) to radioactive substances with the expectation that the...
Definition and Overview Technically known as orthognathic surgery, jaw surgery can refer to a number of corrective and aesthetic treatment procedures performed to correct issues in the structure of the...
Definition and Overview Joint aspiration or arthrocentesis is the process of drawing fluid from the joints for the diagnosis and treatment of a joint-related condition. It is slightly different from...
Definition and Overview Certain medication and substances can be injected directly into the joints to treat diseases, injuries, and other medical problems that affect the area. There are many joints...
Definition and Overview A laparoscopic colectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that removes the colon or a part of it. It is also referred to as colon resection or...
Definition & Overview Stiffness of the joints in any part of the body could be quite painful and in some cases, debilitating. This condition can be brought about by muscle...
Overview and Benefits Laparoscopic gastric banding (LAGB) is one type of weight loss surgery. It is done to reduce the size of the stomach. It can be an option for...
Definition & Overview Keloid injection, also called intralesional injection, is one of the methods currently being used for the treatment of keloid scars. Although there are other available options, such...
Definition & Overview A lip reduction surgery is a cosmetic procedure performed to improve the appearance of a person’s lips by reducing their size. The goals of the procedure are...