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… Stress Incontinence in Women: Should I Have Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a say in … incontinence. And sometimes symptoms come back. Surgery has risks, including trouble urinating after surgery, injury to …
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… Achilles Tendon Rupture: Should I Have Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a say in … after immobilization. But immobilization has fewer other risks. The success of your surgery depends on many things, …
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… Sleep Apnea: Should I Have a Sleep Study? Decision Point You may want to have a … heavy snoring and being sleepy during the day. You have a risk of other health problems from sleep apnea. Lack of …
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… Lumbar Herniated Disc: Should I Have Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a say in … to reduce pain and other symptoms. Back surgery has some risks, including infection, nerve damage, and the chance …
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… Supraventricular Tachycardia: Should I Have Catheter Ablation? Decision Point You may want to have … Catheter ablation is considered safe. It has some serious risks, but they are rare. FAQs What is catheter ablation? …
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… Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: Should I Have Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a say in … you can't do your normal activities. Back surgery has some risks, including infection, nerve damage, and the chance …
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… Atrial Fibrillation: Should I Have Catheter Ablation? Decision Point You may want to have … do well after a catheter ablation. It has some serious risks, such as stroke, but they are rare. If you take a …
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… ACL Injury: Should I Have Knee Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a say … hurt other bones or joints inside the knee. What are the risks of an ACL injury? The risks of an ACL injury depend …
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… Peripheral Arterial Disease: Should I Have Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a say in … could help you walk without pain. And they don't have the risks of bypass surgery or angioplasty. Lifestyle changes …
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… Arthritis: Should I Have Shoulder Replacement Surgery? Decision Point You may … that put a lot of stress on the joint. What are the risks? Shoulder replacement surgery has some risks. They … An unstable or wobbly joint. A blood clot . Problems from general anesthesia. What else can you do to manage your …