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Introduction In this article, we will explore the differences between digestive surgery and bariatric surgery, two distinct types of procedures that treat various gastrointestinal system conditions. While they may seem similar, these surgeries serve unique purposes and are performed for different reasons. Digestive Surgery Digestive surgery, also known as gastrointestinal surgery, encompasses a wide range…
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NEW YORK (Reuters) – The type of surgical mesh used for laparoscopic repair of primary or incisional ventral hernias is associated with the rate of reoperations, a study from Denmark suggests. “The findings indicate that the type of mesh may matter for the outcome and that the choice of the mesh should depend on hernia type,”…
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“You just have bad cramps,” was the typical response teenager Sarah Swenson heard when she complained about the excruciating pain she experienced every time she had her period. “It felt like someone was stabbing me with a hot poker,” says Sarah, 16, a resident of Madison and a high school junior. Eventually, the pain…
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