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What is minimally invasive spinal fusion? Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure to join 2 or more bones (vertebrae) of your spine together permanently. A minimally invasive spinal fusion uses…

What is food intolerance after gastric band surgery? Food intolerance means that your body can’t digest certain foods the way it should. Food intolerance is a risk after laparoscopic adjustable…

Aplastic anemia is a rare blood disorder. While it can occur at any age, it’s most often diagnosed in children, teens, and young adults. It happens when bone marrow, the…

What is bacterial meningitis? Meningitis is an infection of the membranes (meninges) that protect the spinal cord and brain. When the membranes become infected, they swell and press on the…

What is pericardiocentesis? Pericardiocentesis is a procedure done to remove fluid that has built up in the sac around the heart (pericardium). It’s done using a needle and small catheter…

What is rhabdomyosarcoma in children? Rhabdomyosarcoma is a type of cancer. It starts in cells that should grow into skeletal muscle cells. Skeletal muscles control voluntary muscle movements. These are movements we…

What is an event monitor? An event monitor is a portable device used to record your heart’s electrical activity when you have symptoms. It records the same information as an…

Anatomy of the foot The foot is one of the most complex parts of the body. It’s made up of 26 bones connected by many joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. The foot…

What is hemolytic disease of the newborn? Hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN) is a blood problem in newborn babies. It occurs when your baby’s red blood cells break down at a…

Facts about obesity Overweight and obesity together make up one of the leading preventable causes of death in the U.S. Obesity is a chronic disease that can seriously affect your…