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The birth of a baby is one of life’s most wondrous moments. Few experiences compare to this event. Newborn babies have amazing abilities. Yet they depend on others for feeding, warmth, and comfort. Amazing physical changes occur with birth. When the…

When a person is dying of cancer, the goal of care is providing as much comfort as possible. Often a change is made from a focus on cure to a focus on comfort care. This means providing comfort with the…

Care of multiple-birth babies Often, multiples are born small and early. They may be first cared for in a special care nursery called the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). In the NICU The NICU has advanced technology and trained healthcare providers…

Postpartum care for the birth parent After having your baby, you will continue to be watched and get pain relief, if needed. You and your baby usually stay at the hospital for a couple of days to recover. What does…

What is carnitine palmitoyltransferase deficiency? Carnitine palmitoyltransferase (CPT) deficiency is a very rare condition that causes muscle weakness and other symptoms. It happens because of a problem with one of two enzymes, CPT1 or CPT2. Enzymes are substances in the…

What is carotid angioplasty and stenting? Angioplasty and stenting is a procedure to improve the blood flow in an artery or vein. The carotid artery is a large artery running along each side of your neck. Carotid angioplasty and stenting…

What is carotid artery disease? The carotid arteries are the main blood vessels that send blood and oxygen to the brain. It’s called carotid artery disease when these vessels become narrowed. It may also be called carotid artery stenosis. The…

What is a carotid artery duplex scan? You have two carotid arteries in your neck that bring blood from your heart to your brain. The test may also look at the vertebrobasilar artery. This artery also brings blood to your…

What is carotid dissection? A carotid dissection is a tear in one of your carotid arteries. These are a set of paired arteries at the sides of your neck. These arteries supply blood to your brain. The first portion of…

Carotid endarterectomy requires a stay in the hospital. Procedures may vary based on your condition and your healthcare provider’s practices. You will be asked to remove any jewelry or other objects that may interfere with the procedure. …

What is carpal tunnel release surgery? Carpal tunnel release is a surgery used to treat and potentially heal the painful condition known as carpal tunnel syndrome. Healthcare providers used to think that carpal tunnel syndrome was caused only by an…

What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is when the median nerve is squeezed (compressed) as it passes through the carpal tunnel. The carpal tunnel is an opening in your wrist that is formed by the carpal (wrist) bones…