A Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy) is a complex surgery involving several procedures during one operation. It is often performed to treat pancreatic cancer. It will take time for the ...

Cain Department of Chemical Engineering, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803, United States Department of Engineering and Industrial Professions, University of North Alabama, ...

This includes a lumbar puncture test, also known as a spinal tap. This article explains how a spinal tap is used to diagnose MS and what the procedure is like. A lumbar puncture involves testing ...

Abstract: In brain stereotactic surgery, a puncture needle needs to be accurately targeted toward the lesion site in the brain. During puncture, force feedback from the needle tip can effectively ...

Maintaining healthy blood sugar levels is vital for pregnant women to ensure a smooth and safe pregnancy. However, many women are unaware of the ideal range for their blood sugar levels during this ...

It is common for people to experience headaches or back pain after a lumbar puncture but these side effects usually settle over time. If people experience a headache after lumbar puncture, it ...