Dear Doctors: I’m going to have hand surgery next year to treat carpal tunnel, and I’m not happy about having anesthesia. I’ve read about surgeons whose patients use VR headsets to reduce the need for anesthesia. Does it really work? Dear Reader, The use of anesthesia in surgical procedures dates back to ancient times. Historical …
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By Eve Glazier, MD, and Elizabeth Ko, MD Andrews McMeel Syndication Dear Doctors: I am having surgery next year. to help with carpal tunnel, and I’m not thrilled to have anesthesia. I’ve read about surgeons whose patients use VR headsets to reduce the need for anesthesia. Does it really work? Dear reader: The use of …
One in nine women in the developed world will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in her life. The prevalence of breast cancer is increasing, an effect caused in part by modern lifestyles and longer lifespans. Fortunately, treatments are becoming more effective and personalized. However, what is not increasing – and in fact …
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