BACKGROUND: Undertreatment and delayed treatment of aortic stenosis (AS) are common, both of which are associated with increased mortality. Historically, assessment of quality for AS care has focused ...

A study led by researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) demonstrated a new method of using decellularized ...

Following laser surgery (photocoagulation) to repair a retinal tear, a person can typically expect a brief recovery period with minimal discomfort. Temporary symptoms may include mild irritation and ...

When you have migraine, it can be a long journey to find an acceptable treatment that provides relief. Some come with side effects you might not be able to live with. Or, you may not find a treatment ...

Cardiothoracic surgeons use surgery to treat diseases that affect the organs inside your chest, including your heart, esophagus, and lungs. They specialize in the following treatments and conditions: ...

Open-heart surgery can lead to long-term side effects such as postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD), which can affect people months after surgery, but usually improves within a year. Some people ...

An antrum is a chamber or cavity within the body. There are a number of different types of antra within each human body. They serve a unique and important purpose for every location they belong in.

Surgery is a procedure in which incision and physical manipulation are used to treat a patient with an injury or a disease. The patient's tissues are cut during this technique to permit the ...