February 10, 2012: Repeat C-Section Best Scheduled at 39 Weeks, Study Says
Operating sooner, later worse for babies, preliminary research finds

February 10, 2012: More Than 4 Million Americans Have New Knee
And repeat surgery is likely for many younger recipients, researchers predict

February 09, 2012: C-Sections Might Put Preemies at Risk for Breathing Problems
Study found respiratory distress syndrome more likely in small, premature infants born by cesarean

February 07, 2012: Surgery Effective for Tough-to-Treat Epilepsy
In 26-year study, procedure cut seizures and boosted quality of life long-term

February 02, 2012: Anesthesia in Early Childhood May Be Linked to ADHD
Only associated with multiple surgeries; not a reason to delay needed procedures, experts say

February 01, 2012: Stenting, Surgery Appear Comparable for Opening Neck Artery
Re-blockage rates similar for both procedures, study finds

January 31, 2012: Second Breast Cancer Surgery Sometimes Needed
After a partial mastectomy, almost one in four women requires re-excision, study finds

January 30, 2012: Live Liver Donation Safer Than Previously Thought
Risk of death is 1.7 per thousand donors, new study finds

January 27, 2012: Test Might Predict Risk of Lung Cancer's Return
But it's not clear yet how helpful the molecular exam will be, experts say

January 25, 2012: Avastin May Be Helpful Before Breast Cancer Surgery
However, it's not clear which patients would benefit, studies find

January 20, 2012: Many Breast Cancer Patients Uninformed About Options: Study
Survey of survivors found that only about half were asked their preference for type of surgery

January 17, 2012: Experimental Blood Thinner Given Before Surgery Shows Benefit
Cangrelor has potential to reduce clot risk with low bleeding problems in heart patients, study finds

January 17, 2012: Joint Replacement Patients Face Blood Clot Risk in Hospital
Knee surgery associated with twice the risk compared to hip procedure, evidence review found

January 16, 2012: 'Nose Job' May Make You Look a Bit Younger, Too: Study
But several plastic surgeons say psychology may be at work as well

January 16, 2012: More, Faster Weight Loss Seen With Gastric Bypass Than Banding
But the surgeon performing the operation also makes a difference, an expert says

January 12, 2012: Music May Ease Anxiety, Pain in Prostate Biopsy Patients
Men who listened to Bach with headphones during procedure seemed less stressed, study says

January 11, 2012: Surgeons in Mid-Career Have Fewest Complications: Study
Both younger and older physicians performed worse on thyroid removal surgeries, study found

January 09, 2012: Surgery Seems Most Effective for Herniated Discs
And married people showed greatest improvement afterwards, study found

January 09, 2012: Kids Who Need Heart Surgery May Fare Better at Busier Hospitals
Higher-volume centers had lower death rate for patients with complications, study finds

January 06, 2012: Weight Loss Surgery May Help Diabetes
Not a cure, but operation plus meds better than either treatment alone, researcher says

January 03, 2012: Weight Loss Surgery Linked to Fewer Heart Attacks, Deaths
People with serious cardiovascular issues may be good candidates, experts say

December 29, 2011: Risk Factors for Vision Loss After Spine Surgery Identified
Rare complication occurs in as many as one out of every 1,000 spine surgeries, researchers say

December 28, 2011: U.S. Doctors Behind Face Transplants Give Details of Procedure
Long, painstaking surgery has so far only been done on 18 patients worldwide

December 22, 2011: As Gastric Banding Increases, So May Complications
Puzzling respiratory symptoms require investigation, researchers say

December 21, 2011: Timing of Aquatic Therapy After Joint Replacement Matters
Starting within days of the operation seems beneficial for those with new knees, but not hips

December 14, 2011: Study Finds Fewer Blood Transfusions Needed After Hip Surgeries
Not doing it had little effect on recovery, death risk among elderly patients

December 12, 2011: After Mastectomy, Breast Reconstruction Is Safe for Older Women
As population ages, more women over 60 will face the choice, study notes

December 08, 2011: Few Women Get Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy: Study
Older women, blacks, rural residents less likely to get procedure done immediately

December 01, 2011: Time of Surgery Doesn't Influence Results, Study Says
You're no more likely to die if operated on at 7 p.m. versus 9 a.m., researchers find

November 30, 2011: New Hip Implants No Better Than Older Ones, Study Finds
Not enough data to tell which device is best, researchers say

November 29, 2011: New Software Might Help Predict Difficult Childbirth
Using 3-D reconstructions, program scores a mother's likelihood of normal delivery

November 28, 2011: Lengthy Hospital Transfers May Hamper Heart Attack Care
Recommended time is seldom met in switching patients to angioplasty or stent facility, study finds

November 28, 2011: Older Women Have More Post-Surgical Breast Reduction Infections
Researchers say lower hormone levels in women over 50 may explain it

November 24, 2011: 1st Artificial Windpipe Made With Stem Cells Seems Successful
Using patient's own cells to create custom airway cut risk for transplant rejection, scientists say

November 22, 2011: More Blacks Die in Hospital After Diverticulitis Surgery
Racial differences in survival were seen even among those with health insurance, study finds

November 22, 2011: Surgery May Boost Survival With Dangerous Heart Condition
Heart valve replacement is better than drugs alone for some endocarditis patients, researchers say

November 21, 2011: Thin People May Be at Greater Risk for Post-Surgery Death
40% higher risk in low weight than overweight patients but reasons aren't clear, researchers say

November 18, 2011: Colon Surgery Linked to High Readmission Rates
Patients often return to the hospital for preventable surgical-site infections, researchers say

November 18, 2011: Painkiller Dependence Before Knee Surgery May Slow Recovery
Researchers suggest weaning patients off opioids before procedure is performed

November 17, 2011: Sunken Chest Demands Prompt Evaluation, Expert Says
Though rarely life-threatening, pediatric condition could indicate underlying disorder

November 16, 2011: Losing Weight May Help Fight Gum Disease
Obese people who shed pounds showed improvements in gum health

November 15, 2011: Pneumonia Most Common Infection After Heart Surgery
Nearly half of serious infections occur 14 days after patients are discharged, study shows

November 08, 2011: New Bypass Surgery for Stroke Riskier Than Drug Treatment
Medicine is safer for mini-stroke patients, as effective as new procedure, study finds

November 04, 2011: Timing May Be Key to Successful Back Surgery
Waiting longer than six months to repair herniated disc may hinder recovery, study says

November 04, 2011: Vitamin D Lacking in Many Spine Surgery Patients
Younger patients in study more likely to have low levels of bone-building vitamin

November 03, 2011: FDA OKs Heart Valve That Does Not Require Open-Heart Surgery
Experts believe the device will expand options for frailer, sicker patients

November 03, 2011: Artificial Heart Valve Doesn't Require Open-Heart Surgery
Implanted via catheter

November 02, 2011: Obese Women Face Higher Complication Risk After Breast Surgery
Post-op inflammation is 20 times more likely than in non-obese women, study finds

November 01, 2011: New Technique to Remove Skull Tumors May Mean Less Scarring
Surgeons go in through a 'natural' opening behind the molars

October 31, 2011: Exparel Approved for Post-Surgery Pain
Provides relief up to 72 hours