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Sleeve gastrectomy
A (vertical) sleeve gastrectomy is a procedure performed as a treatment for obesity. This involves removing part of the stomach to promote weight loss.
treatment
Rectopexy (rectum)
A rectopexy is an operation performed for an abnormality or prolapse of the rectum. During the operation, the surgeon pulls up the rectum and attaches it to the sacrum.
treatment
Port catheter (PAC)
A port catheter is a catheter (thin tube) with a reservoir that is implanted in a vein under the collarbone. This catheter is placed when you need to be poked often during your treatment over an extended period of time.
condition
Reflux
Reflux is a condition in which (acidic) stomach contents repeatedly flows back up into the esophagus, causing irritation and discomfort. This is often caused by a malfunctioning sphincter between the stomach and esophagus. Reflux can cause the esophagus to become inflamed.
condition
Sweat gland inflammation
Sweat gland inflammation, or hidradenitis, is a chronic condition that manifests as painful inflammations, lumps and abscesses. These inflammations occur mainly in areas where the skin rubs against each other such as the armpits, groin, buttocks and under the breasts.
condition
Tailbone cyst
A tailbone cyst or sacrococcygeal cyst can develop at the level of the gluteal cleft. Often this does not bother you, but if the cyst begins to inflame, further action is necessary.