PURPOSE To evaluate the use of laparoscopy in the management of the impalpable testis. DESIGN A retrospective analysis of the clinical findings, interventions, and outcome in 87 consecutive boys ...

An exploratory laparotomy is a surgery where the abdomen is opened to find and treat problems inside. This surgery can be done urgently for issues like trauma or electively for ongoing pain. You might ...

Appendicitis pain starts near the belly button and moves to the lower-right side of the abdomen. If you have sudden and worsening belly pain, seek medical attention right away. Appendicitis often ...

Intuitive Surgical is the maker of the Da Vinci Surgical System, a robot used in prostate removal and other surgical procedures. There, Dr. Mohr develops new surgical procedures and evaluates new ...

Introduction: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), a chronic metabolic disease, affects millions of people worldwide, causes numerous complications, (eg, cardiovascular dise ...