Colostomies have traditionally been done with open surgeries, but laparoscopic surgery offers a less invasive option that can help limit pain, recovery time, and possible complications. A laparoscopic ...

Protruding blood vessels from the anus, or hemorrhoids, can cause incredible discomfort for those who suffer from them, and standard procedures to treat them are often painful with long recovery times ...

The time it takes to recover from weight loss surgery depends on the type of surgery and surgical technique you receive. Laparoscopic surgeries generally have a quicker recovery time than open ...

Of the two heart valve surgeries Janice Smith has had at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital, the second was much easier for her. "I had a good experience both times," the 86-year-old said. "It's just that ...

Complete healing from pacemaker surgery can take up to 6 weeks. However, people may need to restrict themselves from certain activities, such as heavy lifting, for longer. Factors such as age and ...

Mild cases of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) may improve within weeks, but more severe cases could take months. Sometimes, CTS requires surgery, which may take longer to fully recover from. CTS develops ...

A D&C (dilation and curettage) is a minor surgical procedure that your Gynecologist might recommend to diagnose or treat some problems of your uterus. During the procedure, the cervix is gently ...

Laser gum surgery offers a minimally invasive alternative to traditional scalpel-based procedures, significantly reducing ...

Even mild pre-surgery stress can slow recovery in older adults. Multiple stressors raise pain, delirium risk, and hospital ...