What is electroconvulsive therapy Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) involves passing brief, carefully-controlled electric currents through the brain ((Loo, C. K., Katalinic, N., Martin, D., and Schweitzer,

What is lap band surgery Lap band surgery is also called laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, gastric banding or the LAP-BAND system, is used to help someone

What is an endometrial biopsy Endometrial biopsy is a procedure performed to obtain a small tissue sample from the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium.

What is a cortisone injection Cortisone injection also called corticosteroid injection may help relieve pain and inflammation in a specific area of your body. Cortisone injections

What is sinus surgery The aim of sinus surgery is to widen the passage between the sinus and your nose so that mucus no longer

What is a transvaginal ultrasound A "transvaginal" ultrasound means "through the vagina". The ultrasound probe will be placed inside the vagina. During the transvaginal ultrasound

Autism spectrum disorder diagnosis Autism spectrum disorder diagnosis is usually made by a qualified specialist, such as a pediatrician or via a comprehensive assessment performed

What is a heart bypass Heart bypass is often referred to as coronary artery bypass surgery or coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), is a common surgical

What is PTCA PTCA short for percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty is also called coronary angioplasty, balloon angioplasty or percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), is a minimally invasive

What is thyroid function test Thyroid function test is used to check how well your thyroid is working and to find the cause of problems