Tests and Procedures

Overview Atrial flutter ablation is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat abnormal heart rhythms in the upper chambers of the heart. It targets faulty electrical…

Overview Virtual colonoscopy (also called CT colonography) is a modern method in gastroenterology for checking the large intestine using advanced imaging. Instead of a scope, a…

Overview COVID-19 antibody tests, often called serology tests, use a blood sample to look for antibodies made by the immune system after exposure to the SARS-CoV-2…

Overview Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) uses advanced machines to shape radiation beams and target tumors with high accuracy. This method adjusts the strength of each beam…

Overview Hand transplants offer a surgical solution for individuals who have lost one or both hands. Surgeons transfer either a single hand or both hands (known…

Overview A craniotomy is a type of brain surgery where a surgeon carefully removes a part of the skull bone to access the brain. This procedure…

Overview Pulmonary vein isolation is often a treatment for atrial fibrillation, a common type of irregular heart rhythm. This procedure is a form of cardiac ablation,…

Overview A testicular exam checks the appearance and feel of the testicles. People usually perform self-exams while standing, often in front of a mirror. Regular testicular…

Overview Minimally invasive heart surgery uses small incisions between the ribs to reach the heart, rather than cutting through the breastbone. This approach reduces trauma to…

Overview An electrophysiology study (EP study) is a medical procedure that examines how electrical signals move through the heart. These tests help doctors find out why…