Overview A hernia occurs when one of your organs pushes through the muscle or tissue that contains it. The organ moves in and out of the hole when straining, lifting,…
The Scalpel Times
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Inflammatory bowel disease is a complex chronic disease characterized by an inflammation of the GI tract. Many people affected by IBD worldwide have an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer….
Sculpting the Genome: A Surgical Approach With CRISPR
Progression in the gene editing field through CRISPR has now made it possible for genes to be altered inside the body, coining the term “gene surgery” and representing a bright…
Rotationplasty: The Art of Anatomical Rearrangement
Every year, children between ages 0 to 14 have a 2% chance of getting osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer. This highly aggressive disease typically requires surgery as the primary…
Appendectomy
In the US, about 5 to 9 people out of 100 people develop appendicitis. Appendicitis is the painful inflammation of the appendix that has the risk of bursting. An untreated…
The Da Vinci Surgical System
In the ever-evolving landscape of medical technology, the Da Vinci Surgical System has emerged as a revolutionary force, transforming the way surgeons approach intricate procedures. Developed by Intuitive Surgical, Inc.,…