Question 1

what exactly is a bilateral subcostal incision for hepatectomy?

Accepted Answer

Upside-Down "V" : The subcostal space is the portion of the abdomen just below the lower edge of the ribcage. The described incision runs parallel to the edge of the ribcage on both sides of the abdomen.  This is also known as a "chevron" incision.  Btw-"hepatectomy" means liver resection, if that was part of the question, as well.

Question 2

what is the procedure to attach a partially severed optic nerve?

Accepted Answer

Not possible: A severed optic nerve will not re-establish functional communication with any currently known technique or medication.  It is unfortunate but will have to wait for more advances in medical research.

Question 3

my doctor wants to do a partial vaginectomy to remove a growth. what actually is this? is this the best procedure to remove it.

Accepted Answer

Yes: If a growth looks suspicious on pelvic exam, biopsy followed by localized removal is not a difficult procedure.  It can eliminate any primary tumor growth such as an early squamous cell lesion or even define, while rare, a metastatic lesion.  Repair of the resulting defect is easy to perform as long as the lesion has not grown to penetrate the mucosal lining.

Question 4

can i have a tubal reversal if i had this procedure done.i had a bilateral partial salpingectomies, including bilateral fimbriectomies done.

Accepted Answer

No: if you had your tubes and fimbriae removed, there is no tube left to reverse the procedure. 
best wishes
Dr M

Question 5

what is a partial nail avulsion procedure?

Accepted Answer

When only a part: Of the nail is removed. Usually the side that is ingrown

Question 6

is the thermal shrinkage procedure effective for partial posterior cruciate ligament tears?

Accepted Answer

No: Thermal shrinkage has fallen out of favor.  There are no well done studies in the peer reviewed literature demonstrating the safety or efficay of this techniques for treating ACL or PCL tears.

Question 7

salpingectomy can you still get pregnant with having this procedure done and having only one partial tube left on the other side.

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can still get pregnant with one functioning tube.

Question 8

what do any of you wonderful doctors think of the new procedure that's called arthosurface? i hear it's a less invasive procedure if you need partial bone on bone. i'd like to know your view on this because they say not many doctors do it..tx so much?

Accepted Answer

: At your age, arthrosurface is probably not a good option if you have knee problem. This procedure is not new, it has been done for years but not all orthopedists do it.

Question 9

i'm 23 years old; had a discectomy on my l5 - s1. is it normal to have a partial to full erection for a few days after the procedure? can't control it

Accepted Answer

See Doc soon ...: If your penile erection has persisted for a few days, you have developed so-called priapism, which requires urgent attention to sort out what might have caused it, such as some drugs affecting central nerve system. Surgery itself very unlikely causes persistent erection. More detail? Ask urologist...

Question 10

doctor wants to scrape off growth on vagina. chart says its a partial vaginectomy. he just said thats what the procedure was called. should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Doubt it, ask again?: A funny thing happens in medical practices and that's that insurance companies only recognize certain general classes or disorders and procedures. Often a doctor may have to "round off" to the closest procedure that has an insurance code. This is common, ethical, and legal (I do it daily.) If still worried ask the doctor again.

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What exactly is a bilateral subcostal incision for hepatectomy?

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What is the procedure to attach a partially severed optic nerve?

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My doctor wants to do a partial vaginectomy to remove a growth. what actually is this? is this the best procedure to remove it.

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Can i have a tubal reversal if i had this procedure done.i had a bilateral partial salpingectomies, including bilateral fimbriectomies done.

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What is a partial nail avulsion procedure?

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Is the thermal shrinkage procedure effective for partial posterior cruciate ligament tears?

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Salpingectomy can you still get pregnant with having this procedure done and having only one partial tube left on the other side.

A member asked:

What do any of you wonderful doctors think of the new procedure that's called arthosurface? i hear it's a less invasive procedure if you need partial bone on bone. i'd like to know your view on this because they say not many doctors do it..tx so much?

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I'm 23 years old; had a discectomy on my l5 - s1. is it normal to have a partial to full erection for a few days after the procedure? can't control it

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Doctor wants to scrape off growth on vagina. chart says its a partial vaginectomy. he just said thats what the procedure was called. should i worry?

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