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Mastoidectomy and meatoplasty are types of ear surgery. Mastoidectomy removes part of the mastoid bone (the large bone behind the earlobe). Meatoplasty makes the opening into the ear canal (meatus) larger.

Meatoplasty is a type of ear surgery that is done on the opening into the ear canal (meatus). Learn what to expect before, during, and after this surgery.

Radical orchiectomy is surgery to remove a testicle. It's most often done to treat testicular cancer. Or it may be needed if a testicle is severely damaged due to infection or injury. Some forms of treatment for prostate cancer include orchiectomy. Learn more about this procedure.

Pressure from a mass of tissue or scar tissue is blocking one or both of your ureters. This causes urine to back up into the kidneys instead of flowing out of the body. Ureterolysis can help treat this problem. With this surgery, the ureter is freed from the tissue that is pressing on it. The ureter is then moved to a new position away from the blockage. Read on to learn about this procedure.

Partial cystectomy is surgery to remove part of the bladder. It is most often done to treat bladder cancer. After the surgery, the bladder will still function. Here's what you can expect before, during, and after the procedure, including your recovery in the hospital and at home.

Ureterosigmoidostomy is surgery that creates a new way for urine to pass out of the body. This may be needed if the bladder has been removed due to problems, such as bladder cancer. Learn about what you can expect before, during, and after the surgery, including your recovery.

Urethroplasty is surgery to treat a narrowing (stricture) of the urethra. It may be used if less invasive treatments don't work or aren't right for you.

Hospice provides comfort and support to people who are nearing the end of life. These programs support both the person and their family. They include physical, emotional, and spiritual services. Read on to learn more.

Tourette syndrome causes repeated tics. Tics are sudden, uncontrolled vocal sounds or muscle jerks.