The UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is an integral part of one of the nation's largest health systems. Nationally known for our compassionate care, cutting-edge research, and comprehensive ...

Confusion after surgery is common, especially if you had general anesthesia. Infections can cause confusion after surgery, so they should be checked and treated quickly. Low oxygen levels in your ...

Hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) surgery is a two-step procedure that treats certain cancers in the abdomen. Cancerous tumors are surgically removed, and then heated chemotherapy ...

Blood thinners help prevent blood clots during and after surgery. There are two main types of blood thinners: anticoagulants and antiplatelets. Side effects of blood thinners can include bleeding and ...

Mohs surgery is a highly specialized technique for treating skin cancer. Johns Hopkins dermatologic surgeon Elise Ng, M.D., explains the procedure. Mohs surgery is a precise and effective surgical ...