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Endovascular Thrombectomy (EVT) for Stroke Treatment
Learn about endovascular thrombectomy (EVT), an innovative treatment for strokes. Discover how the procedure works and potential benefits. Learn More
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Videos
Receiving Your Radiation Treatment
On the day of your radiation treatment, you should plan to arrive 15 minutes early so you can get changed and be ready for the treatment. Learn more. Watch Now
Categorized as: Cancer Care
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What Is an Echocardiogram?
Learn more about an echocardiogram: why you may need one, what to expect during the test, and what your results mean. Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
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Heart Problems in Student Athletes & Young Adults
Learn about heart problems in student athletes and young adults and how to manage your risks. Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, New Here
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Article - 1 Minute Read
What Is Atherosclerosis, or Hardening of the Arteries?
What Is Atherosclerosis? Learn about this vascular condition that raises the risk for heart disease, and how you can keep yourself healthy. Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
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Radiation Therapy Follow-Up Appointment
When your radiation therapy is complete, you will be given a follow-up appointment and discharge information. Learn about your radiation oncology team. Learn More
Categorized as: Cancer Care
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Brachytherapy Treatment: What to Expect
Most patients receive external-beam radiation, which is radiation delivered from a machine outside of the body. Learn about one type, brachytherapy online. Learn More
Categorized as: Cancer Care
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What Is Stereotactic Radiosurgery?
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) and Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) are a specialty form of radiation oncology at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Learn more. Learn More
Categorized as: Cancer Care
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Radiation Treatment through Syed or Y-Applicator
What to expect from your Radiation Treatment through Syed or Y-Applicator? If you will receive High Dose Brachytherapy using the Syed or Y applicator, you. Learn More
Categorized as: Cancer Care