Pre-surgery pregnancy tests can pose ethical questions in the case of producing a positive pregnancy test in states where abortion is banned or restricted, said Dr. Trisha Pasricha, a ...

A customized, team-based strategy significantly reduced unnecessary pre-operative testing for common elective surgeries, according to a new study led by researchers at Ann Arbor-based Michigan ...

Cardiac stress tests, X-rays and other medical tests may not provide useful information before operations, and they could cause harm. By Jane E. Brody Let’s say you’re scheduled for a common and ...

If you plan to get surgery for your prostate cancer, there are a few things you can do to get ready ahead of time. As with any surgery, your well-being and safety are important. If you prepare for ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Examining the retina, particularly the macula, before cataract surgery is important to set appropriate patient ...