Surgical Procedures

Article

article_The Millennium Baby - A Century of Technology_getty.jpg
The Millennium Baby - A Century of Technology
Having a baby in January 2000 is very different from having a baby in January 1900. Back then, there were no early... »

A-Z Guide

diseases_appendicitis_getty.jpg
Appendicitis
The appendix is a small, hollow, worm-shaped tube that attaches to the large intestine. Appendicitis is an inflammation... »
diseases_cleft_lip_and_palate_getty.jpg
Cleft Lip and Palate
Clefts are gaps in the developing lip and/or palate. They may be small notches or large open spaces. They occur because... »
diseases_clubfoot_dolores
Clubfoot
Clubfoot is a deformity of the foot and lower calf. The bones, joints, muscles, and blood vessels of the limb are... »
diseases_gastroesophageal_reflux_getty.jpg
Gastroesophageal Reflux
GE reflux wears many faces. You might see a baby who spits up all the time...an adult with heartburn...a child who won'... »
diseases_incarcerated_hernia_getty.jpg
Hernia (Inguinal hernia)
Hernias are one of the most common reasons for children to need surgery. Thankfully, the risks today are very low and... »
diseases_hypospadius_getty.jpg
Hypospadius
Hypospadius is the name of the condition in which the opening of the penis (the meatus) is located some place other... »

Blog entry

21st Century Surgery
The FDA has approved a surgical robot, part of the da Vinci Surgical System, for use in thoracic surgery, general... »
Advances in Surgical Procedures
The Cleveland Clinic was the scene of a truly amazing feat. When women want permanent birth control, they sometimes... »
Emergency Medical Test for Appendicitis
Your child is doubled over in pain. Concern has brought you both to the Emergency Room, but after initial evaluation,... »