Quinn to have surgery Dec 3, 2008
ESPN - Cleveland Browns QB Brady Quinn decides on finger surgery ... Cleveland Browns QB Brady Quinn decides on finger surgery ... Quinn makes decision; surgery set for Wednesday. (ESPN -- Football News)
Florida's Antwine done for year, Harvin improving Dec 3, 2008
Defensive tackle Brandon Antwine tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee Saturday at Florida State and will have season-ending surgery, coach Urban Meyer said Tuesday. Antwine missed the first five games of the season while recovering from a back injury that required surgery and threatened his playing career. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Adams' comeback earns TYIB nod Dec 3, 2008
Adams had microfracture surgery on his left knee in September 2006 ... Following the second microfracture surgery on his left knee, Adams, 29, felt a pinch in his right knee in July 2007 ... That would mean a third microfracture surgery. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Opinion: Chargers' woes won't be easily fixed Dec 3, 2008
So he stay 00002E39 s. Maybe its time to say goodbye to center Nick Hardwick, who hasnt been the same after foot surgery. With the amount of skill-position talent on the team Tomlinson, quarterback Philip Rivers, tight end Antonio Gates and receivers Chris Chambers and Vincent Jackson the Chargers should be scoring more than 24 points per game. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Paterno back at squad meeting after hip surgery Dec 3, 2008
(AP) -Penn State coach Joe Paterno is back at work a week after undergoing hip-replacement surgery ... The team doctor called the Nov. 23 surgery a success. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Mayor undergoes more surgery Dec 3, 2008
Tebben most recently underwent open heart surgery on Nov. 16. Methodist Medical Center surgeons performed a triple bypass during the eight-hour operation. (Pekin Times, IL)
The NFL MVP? Dec 3, 2008
While Manning was slow to recover from preseason knee surgery, the team started 3-4. But the Colts have not lost since October. (USA Today -- Sports)
Don't limit Medicaid services at hospitals Dec 3, 2008
But if it is allowed to stand, the impact on outpatient services for dentistry, oral surgery, hearing and vision care and a range of other services at Atlanta s Grady Memorial Hospital and similar safety-net hospitals could be devastating ... Plus, many public health clinics and federally subsidized health centers don t offer the range of services such as oral surgery, dental and vision care available through hospitals and their clinics. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Offensive front contributed heavily to Bolts' latest defeat Dec 3, 2008
Center Nick Hardwick has returned from foot surgery, perhaps a little too soon, probably not as the same player. I know you guys want a story right now, right tackle Jeromey Clary told reporters in search of theories. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Houston Rockets doctor to operate on Liu Xiang Dec 3, 2008
Tom Clanton, who performed surgery on Rockets center Yao Ming earlier this year, is expected to operate on Liu's Achilles' injury within weeks in the United States, the China Athletic Association said Tuesday. The main reason for selecting him is because he performed surgery on Yao Ming and Houston also has Yao Ming and his family to help take care (of Liu Xiang), Feng Shuyong, vice director of the China Athletics Administrative Center, was quoted as saying on the CCA's Web site. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Cancer survivor thanks Caswell neighbors Dec 3, 2008
With six children and unable to work, Scearce needed a lot of help - help to the tune of 10,000, his part of the cost of the surgery ... Since the surgery, Scearce says, he has been recuperating from the transplant and dealing with several other health issues, including graft versus host disease. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
* More Jekyll than Hyde, Ronaldo worthy of prize Dec 3, 2008
July: Undergoes ankle surgery. FIFA president Sepp Blatter says Ronaldo should leave if he wants, arguing that keeping him at Old Trafford against his will would represent a move to modern slavery in soccer. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Browns-Colts: Report Card Dec 3, 2008
Anderson suffered a torn MCL, but no surgery is necessary ... He will need surgery after the season on a shoulder injury, and he left Sunday's game with a laceration. (BerniesInsiders.com)
There's room at the top for more diversity Dec 3, 2008
The hearing was scheduled after a Federal Diary column last week that said patients using the company's standard option next year will pay 100 percent for surgery by an out-of-network physician, up to a maximum of $7,500 per surgeon, per surgical day. Currently, the rate is 25 percent of what the company sets for a procedure, plus any difference between that and the billed amount. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Paterno back at team meeting after hip surgery Dec 3, 2008
Penn State's Joe Paterno back at work a week after hipsurgery - NCAA Football - SI.com ... JoePa back at Penn State team meeting after hip surgery ... The team doctor called Paterno's Nov. 23 surgery a success. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Cosmetic surgery: Vanity, thy name is man Dec 3, 2008
If you've been keeping up with the latest news in cosmetic surgery, you would know that more and more men are turning to the "nip and tuck" options to conserve their youthful appearances ... While most women turn to cosmetic surgery for vanity, men do it for their careers ... Although many of the cosmetic procedures performed on women can also be performed on men, the objective of the surgery may differ considerably. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Studies say too many arthroscopic knee surgeries Dec 3, 2008
TRENTON, N.J. ---- Two recent studies call into question whether many people with arthritis are needlessly undergoing one of the most common operations in America: arthroscopic knee surgery. One finds that surgery is no better than medication and physical therapy for relieving the pain and stiffness of moderate or severe arthritis ... Experts said the new studies and other evidence show arthroscopic knee surgery still has a place, such as after a recent injury, but shouldn't be done routinely... (North County Times)
Alberta ombudsman to investigate out-of-province health funding ... Dec 3, 2008
The risk of death during cardiac surgery tended to be higher among patients who were given the drug aprotinin to control blood loss compared with less expensive alternatives, a Canadian review suggests. Suicide is the second-leading cause of preventable death for B.C. children between 12 and 18, a new study of youth suicide said Tuesday. (CBC.ca)
Deficits forcing wave of cuts in Ontario hospitals Dec 3, 2008
Cambridge Memorial Hospital said last week that it will cut 30 jobs, reduce access to surgery by closing operating rooms for one week during the summer, and reduce diagnostic tests to deal with a $6-million deficit it projects for fiscal 2009-10. "Like other sectors of the Ontario economy, health care is hurting," Julia Dumanian, president of Cambridge Memorial, said in a statement. (Globe and Mail)
Young Gymnasts Suffering New Types of Injuries, MRI Shows Dec 3, 2008
Some former gymnasts must undergo surgery to shorten the ulna and regain the proper fit of the wrist bones into the forearm ... (May 20, 2005) Patients with suspected meniscal tears or other injuries to their knees may be able to avoid arthroscopic surgery by having a 3-Tesla MRI examination instead, two studies together. (Science Daily)
Stopping Anti-platelet Medications Prior To Surgery Increases Risk Of Permanent Disability Or Death, Study Suggests Dec 3, 2008
Patients who experience excessive bleeding or bruising after the surgery, in spite of applying pressure to the site with wet gauze or a wet tea bag for 20-30 minutes, should contact the dentist for evaluation and treatment ... 2, 2007) People with heart disease should take special precautions before undergoing any kind of surgery, even noncardiac surgery, to reduce their risk of a cardiac event, according to new joint guidelines. (Science Daily)
New Cognitive Telerehabilitation Program Uses Virtual Reality Dec 3, 2008
23, 2008) A new neuroimaging study aims to ensure the highest quality of life for patients by assessing their cognitive skills before, during, and after brain tumor surgery. This is done by mapping the. (Science Daily)
Genomic Signature Of Colon Cancer May Individualize Treatment Dec 3, 2008
Doctors use these kinds of clinical data to determine whether an early stage colon cancer patient receives chemotherapy after surgery, and if so, what type ... Up to 30 percent of patients diagnosed with early stage colon cancer can go on to experience recurrences despite initial cure with surgery and chemotherapy when indicated ... 9, 2004) In 1988, a team of researchers reported that, for patients with colon cancer, postoperative chemotherapy was associated with better 5-year disease-free and... (Science Daily)
Pros And Cons Of Gastric Bypass Surgery For Severe Obesity Dec 3, 2008
2, 2008) Severely obese patients who underwent two different gastric bypass techniques had lost up to 31 per cent of their Body Mass Index (BMI) after four years, with no deaths reported among the 50 study subjects, according to the November issue of the British Journal of Surgery ... However 29 complications were reported in 27 patients, including minor wound infections and narrowing of the anastomotic suture, and ten patients had to be operated on again in the four-year period after surgery... (Science Daily)
Eating Eggs When Pregnant Affects Breast Cancer In Offspring Dec 3, 2008
Treatments for women suffering from breat cancer range from hormone therapy to surgery. Adapted from materials provided by , via , a service of AAAS. Email or share this story. (Science Daily)
Delays In Radiation Therapy Lead To Increased Breast Cancer Recurrence, Analysis Shows Dec 3, 2008
2, 2008) A new analysis of the National Cancer Institute's cancer registry has found that as many as one in five older women experience delayed or incomplete radiation treatment following breast-conserving surgery, and that this suboptimal care can lead to worse outcomes ... 30, 2007) Women 40 years and younger with early-stage breast cancer who receive an additional high dose of radiation after undergoing breast-conserving surgery and standard radiation treatment are almost twice ... 30, 2008)... (Science Daily)
Chinese Oly hurdler Liu to undergo foot surgery Dec 3, 2008
Chinese hurdler Liu Xiang to undergo foot surgery - More Sports - SI.com ... Chinese Olympic hurdler Liu to undergo foot surgery ... The doctor, Tim Clanton, performed surgery on Yao Ming earlier this year. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Knee injury ends Andersons season Dec 3, 2008
Anderson, making his first start since Nov. 2 after being benched for Quinn, will not need surgery ... He has not yet decided whether to have surgery on his broken right index finger, which he hurt on Nov. 17 at Buffalo. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
NFL suspends six for drug violations Dec 3, 2008
"The NFL also said it sent two notifications about StarCaps on Dec. 19, 2006 -- one to NFL club presidents, general managers and head athletic trainers and the second to NFLPA executive Stacy Robinson, who oversees the steroid policy for the union. That letter, according to the league, advised that StarCaps had been added to the list of prohibited dietary supplement companies.BROWNS' QUINN TO HAVE SURGERY: Cleveland Browns quarterback Brady Quinn will undergo surgery on his right index finger, a... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Wilson honored again Dec 3, 2008
Defensive tackle Brandon Antwine tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee Saturday at Florida State and will have season-ending surgery, coach Urban Meyer said ... MEN'S BASKETBALLGEORGE OUT OF HOSPITAL: UNC-Asheville's Kenny George has returned to Chicago after spending three months in the hospital recovering from surgery to amputate part of his right foot because of a staph infection. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Liu Xiang faces surgery in U.S. Dec 3, 2008
Tom Clanton, who performed surgery on Rockets center Yao Ming this year, is expected to operate on Liu's Achilles injury within weeks in the United States, the China Athletic Association said Tuesday. RACE WALKER DIES AT 45: German Skurygin, a former world champion race walker implicated in doping in 1999, has died. (News & Observer -- Sports)
McGrady must rest sore knee Dec 3, 2008
He had arthroscopic surgery on May 6 and said Tuesday that doctors have told him that the knee is not healed ... Saturday will mark seven months since the surgery, and McGrady said doctors told him healing would require six to eight months ... He said Andrews reassured him he won't need more surgery. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Man shot during scuffle with Garland Co. officers Dec 3, 2008
Authorities say Duddles was taken to St. Joseph's Mercy Health Center, where he underwent surgery. Martineau was placed on leave, pending an internal review. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Four hurt in shootout Dec 3, 2008
By Tuesday evening the four men were in surgery at area hospitals. Police would not release the identity of the victims, but said all were men in their mid-20s to early 30s. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Third-generation joint - Doctors hope new artificial ankle brings less pain, more function Dec 3, 2008
recently, Dan Sivia shows off the leg he had ankle replacement surgery on ... These third-generation prostheses really mimic a natural ankle, which is really what makes them different, says ankle specialist Dr. Steven L. Haddad of the Illinois Bone and Joint Institute and an orthopedic surgery professor at Northwestern University ... But for Sivia, the surgery restored an ability to walk that the 39-year-old thought he d forever lost. (Missoulian, MT)
O'Brien's beat blog Dec 3, 2008
Also how has Moylan came along after surgery thus far ... Chuck, the mystery was solved in the last month of the season when Soriano had arthroscopic elbow surgery in which the nerve was transposed, or moved, over the bump in the elbow so that it no longer rubs against it, a procedure designed to eliminate the persistent irritation he was getting ... Otherwise, a pitcher such as Sheets could reject arbitration, then, prior to being signed by any team, blow out his arm while throwing the stick... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Florida's Antwine to miss game Dec 3, 2008
Defensive tackle Brandon Antwine tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee Saturday at Florida State and will have season-ending surgery, coach Urban Meyer said Tuesday ... Antwine missed the first five games of the season while recovering from a back injury that required surgery and threatened his playing career. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Major Surgery Cheaper South Of Border Dec 3, 2008
Landa, who has diabetes, needed gastric bypass surgery ... Had Landa had her surgery performed in the United States, she would have paid about $27,000 ... Other examples of how much patients can save money at Christus Muguerza include hip replacement surgery for $13,000, compared to $42,000 in the United States. (KCRA 3, CA)
Obama reaches out to blacks in L.A. Dec 3, 2008
After surgery, the mother and baby were fine, although the infant was left with a scar ... We need some surgery on the indifference to poverty in this country. (Yahoo News -- African Americans)
Steve AschburnerINSIDE THE NBA Dec 3, 2008
Waylaid by a series of injuries and then, last January, by surgery for testicular cancer, the 6-foot-11 center from Brazil had spread the equivalent of one season (81 games) across three. He had a sprained knee, a hip contusion and a strained hamstring in 2004-05, followed by a torn right knee ligament in the 2005-06 season opener. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Dismissed and undiagnosed Dec 3, 2008
As a last resort, some women turn to surgery and have small chunks of their vulvas removed - a procedure recommended only for women with pain in small, specific spots. But Howard Glazer, a neurophysiological psychologist from Toronto who operates a private clinic for urogenital pain in New York (and who co-authored a paper in the journal Obstetrics and Gynecology on treatment options), says he has seen a lot of women still in pain after surgery. (Globe and Mail)
Marlins' Gonzalez up for TYIB Award Dec 3, 2008
Their starting pitching was shaky in the first half, before Josh Johnson returned in July from Tommy John ligament-replacement elbow surgery. Another big addition was rookie Chris Volstad, a 22-year-old right-hander, who was promoted from Double-A in July. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Real Madrid's Diarra likely to face knee surgery Dec 3, 2008
Real Madrid midfielder Mahamadou Diarra may need surgery on a right knee injury and could miss the rest of season, news reports said Wednesday. Leading sports daily Marca said X-rays Tuesday indicated the 27-year-old Mali international had aggravated an injury he sustained while playing for his national team in October. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Locker out of cast, waiting for word on new coach Dec 3, 2008
Locker had surgery following the injury to insert plates and pins to stabilize the break. The surgery was successful but the healing process took longer than initially thought and Locker was in a cast for eight weeks. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Staley Takes Gamecocks to Wake Forest Wednesday Dec 3, 2008
took a redshirt in 2007-08 following season-ending surgery on her left knee five games into the season. Set the Pace Senior (Snellville, Ga. (Uscsports.com)
Krueger home after dream trip Dec 3, 2008
His mother Kitty Krueger and fianc Casey Hepp convinced him to get medical help and doctors eventually decided they must do surgery to fix the problem. After a longer-than-planned surgery doctors told Krueger and his family he had mucinous adenocarcinoma, a rare form of colon cancer ... After recovering from his first surgery he shared with his nurse Helayne Kirchoff his dream to drive his beloved Camaro on a real race track. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
2008 sporting Oscars Dec 3, 2008
He had off-season surgery to sort out a groin problem, before an elbow injury saw him miss the Boks' June Tests and their away Tri-Nations Tests. His eventual Bok comeback against Argentina in early August lasted just five minutes before he fractured his cheekbone. (iAfrica.com)
Immelman comes home Dec 3, 2008
But less than two weeks later he had to withdraw from the South African Open because of a benign lung tumour which required surgery. Four months later he held off Tiger Woods and the rest of the world's top golfers at the Masters, holding or sharing the lead through all four rounds in brutally tough conditions. (iAfrica.com)
Canadian Autoworkers' Jobs Would `Take a Hit' in Bailout of U.S. Carmakers Dec 3, 2008
Howell, whose husband is on sick leave from Chryslers Brampton plant awaiting hip surgery, is realistic about the prospects of keeping her job. I really dont think there is such a thing as a job for life anymore, she said. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Rogers Communications Founder and Chief Executive Ted Rogers Dies at 75 Dec 3, 2008
Rogers suffered heart ailments over the past 25 years, undergoing quadruple bypass surgery at the Mayo Clinic in 1992. At the end of October, he handed the reins to Chairman when he entered the hospital for heart problems. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
NFL Notebook: Giants suspend WR Burress (Today) Dec 3, 2008
Starting quarterback Brady Quinn is scheduled to undergo surgery for his broken right index finger today. First published on December 3, 2008 at 12:00 am Online: Print: Copyright. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Iowa State, UNI square off tonight Dec 3, 2008
Sophomore guard Lucca Staiger, who is expected to play a major role this season, has gotten off to a slow start following arthroscopic knee surgery in October. He s shooting just 36. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Burress suspended for season Dec 3, 2008
Briefly: Browns quarterback Brady Quinn has elected to have surgery on his right index finger, which he initially broke Nov. 17 at Buffalo and then made worse by playing in Cleveland's game the following Sunday against Houston. The procedure, which likely will involve a pin being inserted in Quinn's finger to stabilize the bone and damaged tendon, will require up to 10 weeks of recovery time. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Major Surgery Cheaper South Of Border Dec 3, 2008
Landa, who has diabetes, needed gastric bypass surgery ... Had Landa had her surgery performed in the United States, she would have paid about $27,000 ... Other examples of how much patients can save money at Christus Muguerza include hip replacement surgery for $13,000, compared to $42,000 in the United States. (Click2Houston, TX)
Barbara Bush Leaves Hospital Dec 3, 2008
Former First Lady Underwent Ulcer Surgery ... HOUSTON -- Former first lady Barbara Bush was released Tuesday from a Houston hospital a week after undergoing ulcer surgery ... Bush, 83, was hospitalized a week ago for abdominal pains and underwent surgery for a perforated ulcer Nov. 25. (Click2Houston, TX)
Browns' Quinn opts for surgery on index finger Dec 3, 2008
Browns' Brady Quinn opts for surgery on index finger - NFL - SI.com ... Browns' Quinn opts for surgery ... Brady Quinn's fingery surgery will require 10 weeks recovery time. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Baby Girl Dies After Separation From Twin Dec 3, 2008
(CBS/AP) A British hospital says that a conjoined twin has died after surgery to separate her from her sister. Great Ormond Street Hospital said Wednesday that Hope Williams died Tuesday night after the surgery. (CBS News -- World)
Avery's comments draw a suspension Dec 3, 2008
He had arthroscopic surgery May 6, but said that doctors have told him the knee is not healed ... "I'm just not ready." McGrady visited renowned orthopedist James Andrews, who reassured him that he won't need more surgery ... Five-time golf major champion Seve Ballesteros underwent more surgery, this time to drain fluid from his brain. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
They're not allowing many lane violations Dec 3, 2008
"Maintenance means there's not concern but cautiousness there. We're just being cautious and making sure we've got some extra bodies in case." This past summer, Wideman opted for rest instead of surgery to repair a groin injury. Hnidy underwent offseason knee surgery. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Megwa recalls 'scary' aftermath of leg injury Dec 3, 2008
As bad as the injury appeared, the scary part for Megwa came two days later when surgery had to be postponed because of complications. He developed an embolism in his leg that traveled to his lungs. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Surgery for Chest Abnormality Improves Body Image Dec 3, 2008
A 1-year follow-up survey after the surgery was completed by 247 patients and 274 parents ... Overall, 97 percent of patients thought that the surgery improved the appearance of their chest, the report indicates ... Surgery was also associated with a reduction in feelings of social self-consciousness and an improved body image. (MEDLINEplus)
Stars' Avery suspended indefinitely by NHL Dec 3, 2008
Ballesteros has operation to drain brain fluid: Five-time major champion Seve Ballesteros has undergone more surgery, this time to drain fluid from his brain. A La Paz Hospital spokesperson says he is in stable condition and remains in intensive care. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Woman whose car struck boys on bike gets sentence reduced (3376) Dec 3, 2008
Ihle required surgery for a broken arm. Currently Bradford can attend 12-step meetings in prison, but she will not be eligible for treatment programs until several months before her parole date, Harris said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Leaving the Folds Dec 2, 2008
After a Gastric Bypass, Some Formerly Obese Patients Need a Riskier Surgery To Shed Excess Skin ... Bariatric surgery -- the stomach-shrinking operation performed to treat obesity -- works, and it is becoming safer all the time ... But there's a catch often not understood by those who undergo the procedure: Once they lose the weight the surgery helps them lose, there may be more surgery to come -- surgery that is costlier and riskier and that requires a longer recovery time than the original... (Yahoo News -- Cosmetic Treatments and Surgery)
Revealed: UK set for first face transplants Dec 2, 2008
A British hospital is set to give the go-ahead for four British patients to undergo face transplants in what will prove a major landmark in surgery ... The world's first face transplant took place last November when a French factory worker, 38-year-old Isabelle Dinoire, underwent surgery after being mauled by her labrador ... If he does get the go-ahead - and there is a possibility that the ethics committee may call for a further delay - then the timing of the first operation would be determined... (Yahoo News -- Cosmetic Treatments and Surgery)
