What is Moderate Conscious Sedation Moderate conscious sedation is a type of sedation. Sedation is the use of medicines to promote relaxation and relieve discomfort and anxiety. Under moderate conscious sedation, you are less alert than normal, but you are still able to respond to instructions, touch, or both. Moderate conscious sedation is used during […]
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What is Modified Barium Swallow Modified barium swallow is an X-ray exam that is used to help find the cause of swallowing problems. It is also called a swallow study. For this exam, you will eat or drink various forms of food that are mixed with a white, chalky substance called barium. While you are
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What is Modified Biophysical Profile Modified biophysical profile is a non-invasive test that may be done during pregnancy to make sure that your developing baby (fetus) and your placenta are healthy. Your health care provider may recommend a modified biophysical profile if other tests show that your baby may be at high risk for certain
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What is Mohs Surgery Mohs surgery is a procedure used to treat skin cancer. It is often used to treat common types of skin cancer, such as basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. In this procedure, cancerous skin cells are carefully cut away layer by layer. The goal is to remove all cancerous tissue
What is Molar Pregnancy Molar pregnancy (hydatidiform mole) is a mass of tissue that grows in the uterus after an egg is fertilized incorrectly. The mass does not develop into a fetus, and is considered an abnormal pregnancy. Usually, the pregnancy ends on its own through miscarriage. In some cases, treatment may be required. A
What is Mole Excision Mole excision is a procedure to remove (excise) a mole from your skin. Most moles are noncancerous (are benign) and do not require treatment. Some moles are larger than usual or look like cancerous moles (atypical moles). You may have a mole excision if: You have an atypical mole that your health
What is a Mole Mole is a colored (pigmented) growth on the skin. Moles are very common. They are usually harmless, but some moles can become cancerous over time. What are the causes? Moles occur when pigmented skin cells grow together in clusters instead of spreading out in the skin as they normally do. The
