Tests and Procedures

Overview The hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) is a small, T-shaped device that a healthcare provider places in the uterus to help prevent pregnancy. It belongs to…

Overview Nuclear stress test uses nuclear medicine imaging to show how well blood flows to the heart muscle, both at rest and during physical activity. During…

Overview Penile prostheses are medical devices doctors insert into the penis to help men with erectile dysfunction (ED) achieve an erection when other treatments have failed….

Overview A HIDA scan, also known as hepatobiliary system imaging, checks how well the liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts are working. In this test, a healthcare…

Overview Colposcopy allows healthcare providers to examine the cervix, vagina, and vulva using a colposcope—a magnifying device with a bright light. The main goal is to…

Overview Sleeve gastrectomy, or gastric sleeve surgery, is a type of bariatric procedure that reduces stomach size by about 80%, creating a tube- or banana-shaped stomach….

Overview Botulinum toxin is a purified neurotoxin that temporarily blocks nerve signals in muscles, helping them relax. It’s often used to reduce facial wrinkles and manage…

Overview Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess fat using suction to improve body shape in targeted areas such as the stomach, thighs, arms, and…

Overview An upper endoscopy (also called upper gastrointestinal endoscopy or esophagogastroduodenoscopy [EGD]) is a medical test that lets doctors look at the upper GI tract. This…

Overview The injectable contraceptive contains a synthetic form of progesterone called medroxyprogesterone acetate. This birth control shot is given every three months and helps prevent pregnancy…