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Root canal treatment (endodontic therapy) removes infected pulp tissue, cleans the root canal system, and seals the tooth to eliminate infection and preserve natural dentition. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board.
Comprehensive procedures information about rotator cuff repair. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board. Learn about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and when to consult a healthcare provider.
Sacral neuromodulation delivers mild electrical stimulation to sacral nerve roots S3 via implanted electrode to treat overactive bladder, urinary retention, and fecal incontinence. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board.
Salivary gland removal (sialoadenectomy) excises the parotid, submandibular, or sublingual gland to treat tumours, chronic infection, or recurrent stones, with cure rates exceeding 95% for benign tumours.
Sclerotherapy injects a chemical sclerosant into varicose or spider veins, causing endothelial damage and permanent vessel closure. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board.
Comprehensive procedures information about scoliosis surgery. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board. Learn about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and when to consult a healthcare provider.
Comprehensive procedures information about semen analysis. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board. Learn about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and when to consult a healthcare provider.
Septoplasty straightens a deviated nasal septum through an endonasal approach to restore nasal airflow. Improves breathing in 80–90% of patients. Outpatient or 1-day admission. No external incisions.
Shirovasti is a classical Ayurvedic Panchakarma therapy in which warm medicated oil is retained within a cap fitted around the head to nourish the nervous system and balance Vata dosha. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board.
Shoulder replacement resurfaces or replaces the glenohumeral joint with a prosthesis to relieve severe arthritis or rotator cuff tear arthropathy. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board.
Sigmoid colectomy removes the sigmoid colon laparoscopically or open for diverticulitis, colorectal cancer, or volvulus, restoring intestinal continuity via colorectal anastomosis. Evidence-based content reviewed by MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board.
Single ventricle repair uses three staged surgeries — Norwood, Glenn, and Fontan — to treat hypoplastic left heart syndrome, achieving 10-year survival of 85–90% at specialist paediatric cardiac centres.
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