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What is a laparoscopic cholecystectomy? Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a procedure in which the gallbladder is removed by laparoscopic techniques. Laparoscopic surgery also referred to as minimally invasive surgery describes the performance of surgical procedures with the assistance of a video camera and several thin instruments. During a laparoscopic surgical procedure, small incisions of up to half an inch are made and plastic tubes called ports are placed through these incisions. The camera and the instruments are then introduced through the ports which allow access to the inside of the patient. The camera transmits an image of the organs inside the abdomen onto a television monitor.The surgeon is not able to see directly into the patient without the traditional large incision. The video camera becomes a surgeon’s eyes in laparoscopy surgery, since the surgeon uses the image from the video camera positioned inside the patient’s body to perform the procedure.

This video shows a case of paronychia, an infection of the skin folds around the nail. The recording documents the appearance of the infected nail area and how such infections present in clinical practice. Paronychia is one of the most common hand infections seen by doctors. It often follows minor injury to the nail fold.

This video shows the drainage of a very large abscess on a patient's face. Abscess drainage is a standard procedure in which the collection is opened so that it can clear and heal, and the recording documents the process in a clinical setting. Facial abscesses require prompt treatment because of their location.

Surgical removal of an ectopic pregnancy is shown in this operative video, presenting how this emergency condition is managed in theatre. Intended for surgical and gynaecology education. Educational only — not medical advice.

This surgical video explains hemorrhoid repair surgery, the operation used to remove enlarged and symptomatic hemorrhoids. The recording presents what the procedure involves in an educational format for general viewers and patients. Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lower rectum and anus.

A bilateral complete cleft lip, which has been previously treated with nasoalvoelar molding, is repaired with the Millard-Mulliken technique, which employs reconstruction of the orbicularis oris muscle by advancing bilateral muscular segments. This tutorial for medical professionals was developed to supplement learning of a common surgical technique and is not intended to replace formal surgical training. This slideshow is primarily intended for use on tablets or larger screens. Some detail might be lost on mobile screens.

Carpal tunnel surgery, also called carpal tunnel release (CTR) and carpal tunnel decompression surgery, is a surgery in which the transverse carpal ligament is divided. It is a treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome and recommended when there is static (constant, not just intermittent) numbness, muscle weakness, or atrophy, and when night-splinting no longer controls intermittent symptoms of pain in the carpal tunnel. In general, milder cases can be controlled for months to years, but severe cases are unrelenting symptomatically and are likely to result in surgical treatment.

This ENT video shows an adult tonsillectomy performed with the coblation technique. The recording documents the removal of the tonsils using a coblation wand in the operating room, a modern method for this common operation. Tonsillectomy is usually performed for recurrent tonsil infections or breathing problems in sleep.

This health and fitness video discusses the serious side effects that can accompany steroid use. It presents the risks in an educational format, covering the adverse effects that steroids can have on different parts of the body. The video is intended to inform viewers about the health risks involved.

This short video illustrates fertilization, the moment a sperm cell fuses with an egg cell, known as the ovum. This process marks the beginning of pregnancy and forms the single cell from which an embryo develops. Fertilization usually takes place in the fallopian tube. It is the first step in human development.

A video from Physical Exam Series of Loyola University Health System, Chicago showing the medical examination of the abdomen

This video presents clinical footage of a colon examination. The recording shows the examination as it is performed in a medical setting, documented for educational purposes. Colon examination allows doctors to inspect the large intestine as part of investigating bowel symptoms. It is a standard investigation in gastroenterology.

This educational video discusses conception — the timing of intercourse around ovulation and the general factors that affect the chance of pregnancy. General information only. Educational only — not medical advice; speak with your own clinician about personal fertility concerns.

This dermatology video looks at what is found inside a pimple and shows how pimples are extracted. Pimples form when pores become clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria, and the recording documents how the contents are cleared. They are most common on the face, back, and chest.

This educational video explains the physiology of the male orgasm, including the stages of sexual response, in clinical terms. Intended for adult health education. Educational only — not medical advice.

This implantation method is very common and used in both FUE hair transplant surgery and strip surgery (FUSS). During this implantation method, site creation and graft implantation are performed simultaneously as part of a one or two step process.

This video demonstrates the rectal examination, a clinical assessment used to evaluate the rectum and nearby structures. The recording shows how the examination is performed as part of a complete physical assessment in medical practice. The examination can help assess the prostate and check for abnormalities.

This surgical video, recorded in German, shows an operation for varicocele. A varicocele is an enlargement of the veins within the scrotum, and the recording documents the surgical repair as performed in the operating room. Varicocele is a common condition that is usually found on the left side.

A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision. Most cataracts are related to aging. Cataracts are very common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans either have a cataract or have had cataract surgery. A cataract can occur in either or both eyes. It cannot spread from one eye to the other.

This childbirth video records labor and birth in high definition. The recording presents the stages of delivery in an educational context for viewers learning about how the birth process unfolds. The footage follows the delivery from labor through the birth.