Definition and Overview Pelvic surgery is a broad term that refers to surgical procedures performed in the pelvic area, the majority of which are gynecologic operations. Although any operation on...
Definition and Overview Pharyngolplasty is a surgical procedure performed on the pharynx, which refers to a group of soft tissues located at the back of the mouth and the nasal...
Definition & Overview Percutaneous treatment with external fixation is one of the techniques used to treat mandibular fractures. Other treatments for this condition include open treatment and closed treatment using...
Definition & Overview The heart has a membrane sac surrounding it called the pericardium. This double-walled sac plays a role in the circulatory system by providing protection and containing fluid...
Definition & Overview Pericardiocentesis is the aspiration of fluid from the pericardial cavity, a space within the pericardial sac. The pericardial sac or pericardium is a double-walled sac that envelops...
Definition and Overview A paediatric pre-surgery consultation is an appointment with a surgeon to determine if surgical intervention is the best treatment option for a child who is suffering from...
Definition & Overview A biopsy is the process of removing a sample tissue from a suspected cancerous growth. It is usually performed by inserting a needle through the skin and...
Definition & Overview Perineoplasty is the surgical procedure of reconstructing the vaginal opening and the perineum for cosmetic and medical purposes. It is primarily considered a type of plastic surgery...
Definition & Overview Percutaneous image-guided fluid collection and drainage of soft tissue by catheter is a procedure of treating abscesses and other fluid buildup in the neck, abdominal wall, and...
Definition & Overview If your dentist informs you that you’ll need to see a periodontist for consultation, it can only mean that there’s a problem with your gums or jawbones...