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Left Atrial Appendage Closure DevicesSome people with heart disease may be at a higher risk for stroke because they cannot be on blood thinners. Many times, especially in people with atrial fibrillation, stroke occurs because of clots that form in the left atrial appendage (LAA) – a sm...
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Sleep Apnea SurgeryPeople who struggle with the complex issue of obstructive sleep apnea may sometimes be referred for surgery. Sleep apnea surgery involves correcting or altering the facial structure in order to improve breathing and lessen the symptoms of sleep apne...
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ROSA® Robotic Surgical AssistantThe ROSA® robotic surgical assistant is a technology used in surgery for epilepsy, movement disorders and brain tumors. The ROSA stereo electroencephalography robot allows for greater accuracy in placing electrodes that show where seizures occur. Th...
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Epilepsy TreatmentPeople who have epilepsy experience seizures and brain dysfunction. Epilepsy is a debilitating condition that can greatly impact a person's quality of life. At The University of Kansas Health System, our epilepsy experts offer innovative treatments...
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Endocrine SurgeryAt The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, our surgeons treat patients for diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands. They also treat neuroendocrine tumors, which can develop in almost any area of the body, especially in...
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Hepatobiliary SurgeryHepatobiliary surgery covers procedures that treat disorders of the biliary system, which includes the liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile duct. The biliary system regulates and produces bile, which is a fluid the body produces to help digest the...
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Bariatric Weight-loss SurgeriesThe University of Kansas Health System offers bariatric surgery, metabolic care and comprehensive services to support you through a successful weight-loss journey with long-lasting, positive outcomes to improve your health. Our experienced, board-ce...
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Colorectal SurgeryWhen anorectal disorders cause major impairment in the functioning of the colon or rectum, colorectal surgery may be necessary. Colorectal surgery is a broad term covering a wide range of procedures that can be used to treat and repair disorders in...
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Cataract surgeryWhen cataracts interfere with your day-to-day activities, your doctor may recommend surgery. That is because the only way to remove a cataract is through surgery. Your lens is replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). Many patients also e...
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Mohs Skin Cancer SurgerySkin cancer is the most common type of cancer found in both men and women in the United States. Mohs surgery is a specialized procedure for removing cancerous growths of the skin. The goal of Mohs surgery is to ensure that cancerous cells are remove...