Most commonly performed medical procedures
(in the United States, as of August 2024, in alphabetical order):
Angiography: Imaging of blood vessels using contrast material.
Angioplasty: Procedure to restore blood flow through the artery.
Appendectomy: Surgical removal of the appendix.
Arthroscopy: Minimally invasive surgery on a joint using an arthroscope.
Biopsy: Removal of tissue for diagnostic examination.
Blood Transfusion: Transfer of blood or blood components into a person's circulation.
Bronchoscopy: Visual examination of the airways using a bronchoscope.
Cataract Surgery: Removal of the lens of the eye and replacement with an artificial lens.
Cesarean Section: Surgical delivery of a baby through incisions in the abdomen and uterus.
Cholecystectomy: Surgical removal of the gallbladder.
Circumcision: Surgical removal of the foreskin from the penis.
Colonoscopy: Examination of the colon using a scope.
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG): Surgery to improve blood flow to the heart.
Cystoscopy: Examination of the bladder using a cystoscope.
Dermabrasion: Procedure to remove skin layers using a rotating instrument.
Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterization: Insertion of a catheter into the heart for diagnostic purposes.
Electroencephalography (EEG): Recording of electrical activity of the brain.
Endoscopy: Examination of the interior of a canal or hollow organ using an endoscope.
Gastric Bypass Surgery: Surgery to help with weight loss by changing how the stomach and small intestine handle food.
Gastroscopy: Examination of the stomach using a gastroscope.
Hemodialysis: Process of purifying the blood of a person whose kidneys are not working properly.
Hip Replacement: Surgical replacement of a hip joint with an artificial one.
Hysterectomy: Surgical removal of the uterus.
Hysteroscopy: Examination of the uterus using a hysteroscope.
Kidney Transplantation: Replacement of a diseased kidney with a healthy kidney from a donor.
Knee Replacement: Surgical replacement of a knee joint with an artificial one.
Laparoscopy: Minimally invasive surgery using small incisions and a camera.
Laparotomy: Surgical incision into the abdominal cavity.
Liver Transplantation: Replacement of a diseased liver with a healthy liver from a donor.
Lumpectomy: Surgical removal of a lump from the breast.
Mammography: Imaging of the breast to detect abnormalities.
Mastectomy: Surgical removal of one or both breasts.
Myomectomy: Surgical removal of fibroids from the uterus.
Neurotomy: Incision into a nerve.
Ophthalmoscopy: Examination of the eyes using an ophthalmoscope.
Otoplasty: Surgical repair or reshaping of the ear.
Pacemaker Implantation: Insertion of a device to regulate heartbeats.
Pancreatectomy: Surgical removal of the pancreas.
Phlebectomy: Surgical removal of a vein.
Pneumonectomy: Surgical removal of a lung.
Proctoscopy: Examination of the rectum using a proctoscope.
Prostatectomy: Surgical removal of the prostate gland.
Rhinoplasty: Surgical repair or reshaping of the nose.
Sigmoidoscopy: Examination of the sigmoid colon using a sigmoidoscope.
Spinal Fusion: Surgery to join two or more vertebrae in the spine.
Thoracoscopy: Examination of the chest cavity using a thoracoscope.
Thyroidectomy: Surgical removal of all or part of the thyroid gland.
Tonsillectomy: Surgical removal of the tonsils.
Tracheostomy: Creating an opening in the trachea to aid breathing.
Vasectomy: Surgical cutting and sealing of part of each vas deferens.
Some common issues only effect specific locations/systems. Knowing what system a condition commonly occurs in will help focus your code search:
Fractures: Breakages of bones
Arthritis: Joint inflammation
Hernias: Organ protrusion through a weak area of muscle or tissue
Tumors: Abnormal tissue growth
Aneurysms: Abnormal blood vessel bulges
Degenerative Diseases: widespread