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Ligaments are strong, leather-like fibers of connective tissue that enclose a joint. They can be stretched (sprained), or partially or completely torn.
A patient can tear one or more ligaments, or ligaments and menisci simultaneously. The degree of damage depends on the direction and magnitude...
I have some visible stretch marks on my thighs and hips and I really want to get rid of them. Will stretch mark creams work? The term... Read more »
I have some visible stretch marks on my thighs and hips and I really want to get rid of them. Will stretch mark creams work? The term... Read more »
I have stretch marks on my thighs and stomach. How do I get rid of them? I've read about creams that can make them go away but they're very... Read more »
In the previous post, we discussed different types of surgeries which are used in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. This week I’d... Read more »
Source: eOrthopod
If you tear your meniscus, or knee cartilage, current practice suggests fixing the tear rather than removing the damaged cartilage. Meniscal repair... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Imperforate anus repair is surgery to correct a birth defect involving the rectum and anus. An imperforate anus defect prevents most or all stool... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Clubfoot repair is surgery to correct a birth defect of the foot and ankle.See also: ClubfootAlternative NamesRepair of clubfoot; Foot tendon... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Anti-reflux surgery is surgery to correct a problem with the muscles at the bottom of the esophagus (the tube from your mouth to the stomach).... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cleft lip and cleft palate repair is surgery to fix birth defects of the upper lip and palate (roof of the mouth).Alternative NamesOrofacial cleft;... Read more »