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With ureteral reimplantation surgery, one or both ureters are moved so their connection to the bladder is stronger. Read on to learn details about this surgery.

When the heart suddenly stops beating, it is called sudden cardiac arrest. Emergency treatment is needed to get the heart beating again. If treatment is not started right away, sudden cardiac arrest can lead to death.

Metabolic syndrome is a diagnosis made when you have 3 or more risk factors from a set of 5. But you can take action to control these factors.

A HIDA scan is an imaging test. It can be used to check for problems in the liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts. Read this learn about having this test done.

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a sudden jolt to your head that changes the way your brain works. Learn more about the types of TBI, the symptoms, and what you can do to help with your recovery.

A stent is a small metal coil or mesh tube that is placed in a narrowed artery through a catheter (a long, thin tube) to help improve blood flow to your heart. The stent permanently holds the passageway open and helps reduce the rate of restenosis, renarrowing of the artery.

To keep your energy level up, your body needs food that has carbohydrates. But carbs also raise blood sugar levels higher and faster than other foods. Learn which foods contain carbohydrates, and the importance of carb counting.

Your incision may be open to the air by the time you go home. But if you need to change your dressing, follow these steps.

You may have had angina, dizziness, or other symptoms of heart trouble. To help diagnose your problem, your health care provider may advise a cardiac catheterization. This common procedure is sometimes also used to treat a heart problem. Learn what to expect before, during, and after the procedure.