Search Results for: scarring
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Jimmy’s Story: Robotic Cardiac Double Bypass Surgery
On Oct. 19, 2021, Jimmy Robinson Jr. became the first patient to receive robotic cardiac double bypass surgery at UPMC Passavant–McCandless.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Understanding Secondary Infertility
If you already had one baby, it can be troubling when you can't get pregnant again. Here's what you need to know about secondary infertility.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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How to Clean a Wound
Cleaning a wound properly is the first step in the healing process. Here's the best way to disinfect a wound.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Do Wounds Need Air to Heal?
You've probably heard that minor cuts and scrapes need air to heal. Read on to find out why that's not true — and what to do instead.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is Biliary Atresia?
Biliary atresia is a rare gastrointestinal disorder that affects babies shortly after birth. Treatment for this condition may include liver transplantation.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics, Transplant
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How to Clean a Wound
Properly cleaning a wound helps with faster healing and prevents infections. Follow these steps to treat superficial skin wounds.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Michael’s Story: Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery
After 50 years of standing on his feet as a pharmacist, Michael Ducko, 70, knew it was time to replace his aching knee. He was thrilled to learn his surgeon offered robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, UPMC Stories
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What Are the 3 Types of Burns? Identifying Superficial, Partial-Thickness, and Full-Thickness Burns
Burns are one of the most common household injuries — we've all suffered them. But how do you know if your burn is serious? Here's how to identify the 3 types of burns and when to seek treatment.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Jayne’s Living Donor Liver Transplant Story
PSC is an autoimmune disease that causes the liver's bile ducts to become chronically inflamed and can lead to scarring and blockages.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Liver Transplant, Transplant