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Vertebroplasty is a treatment for indentation fractures in which cement is applied to the indented vertebral body through one or two small incisions.

The removal of the tonsils, also known as a tonsillectomy, is a common operation in children and sometimes also in adults. The procedure is performed when the tonsils frequently become inflamed or when they are so enlarged that they obstruct breathing or swallowing.

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in the neck that produces hormones which regulate your metabolism. Sometimes it is necessary to remove all or part of the thyroid. This operation is called a thyroidectomy.

A branchial cyst is a congenital, benign cyst that usually occurs in the neck. The cyst develops due to incomplete formation during the embryonic stage. Sometimes the cyst becomes inflamed or infected.

The removal of nasal polyps is a procedure in which benign swellings of the nasal mucosa are taken away. This improves nasal breathing and relieves chronic inflammation or breathing problems.

A thyroglossal cyst is a benign mucus cyst in the middle of the neck. It usually develops before birth, during the formation of the thyroid. The cyst is filled with mucus and may slowly increase in size. Sometimes it becomes inflamed or causes difficulties with swallowing or speaking.