There is no set time for the return of a menstrual cycle after a D&C.
A D&C can be done for many reasons, including to remove tissue after a miscarriage and also to diagnose and treat abnormal bleeding.
Some women may see a return of their menstrual cycle in as soon as 4 weeks after a D&C but for others it may take longer. If you have concerns about the timing of your cycle you should speak with your health care provider.
Cryosurgery in oncology uses liquid nitrogen to freeze pre-cancerous and cancerous cells. Cryosurgery is often used to prevent the development of cancers on the penis, skin, and cervix. It may be used to treat liver and prostate cancer. Oncologists use CT scan or ultrasound imaging during the procedure so that they can zero in on abnormal cells and refrain from killing healthy ones.
The Kasai procedure treats biliary atresia by allowing bile to flow again. This surgical procedure connects the liver to the small intestine. It does not cure the problem. In some cases the Kasai procedure is not effective, and a liver transplant is necessary.
An orchiopexy is a minor surgical procedure used to treat undescended testis. The procedure, performed while the baby is unconscious under general anesthesia, involves a small incision being made in the baby's groin, at which point the surgeon locates the undescended testicle. It is then pulled down into the scrotum and anchored into place with stitches. The surgery can be performed either conventionally, or by laparoscopy, which minimizes the size of the incision. Either way, the procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis and recovery time is generally quick.
In some cases of rectal cancer, you will need a colostomy as part of treatment. A colostomy is a procedure in which your doctor forms and opening in your abdominal wall and attaches the end of your large intestine to this opening to remove waste. Your doctor will also remove the part of your rectum that is infected with cancer. If your doctor is able to leave the end of the rectum in tact, this can usually be rejoined with the end of the large intestine, and you will not have to live with a colostomy permanently. However, when rectal cancer grows very close to the anus and the end of the rectum has to be removed, a colostomy can be a permanent solution.
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is the most popular surgery for men with enlarged prostate, but it also carries the greatest risk of unwanted side effects and complications. It involves cutting out a portion of the prostate using a long tube inserted into the urethra. After the operation, you may experience temporary bleeding or infection, but permanent damage may occur as well. Permanent loss of bladder control occurs in as many as 3% of those who undergo the procedure, while another 5% or more have permanent erectile dysfunction. One in 10 men who have TURP surgery need to get the surgery again within 10 years. Procedures that use other methods of removing portions of the prostate have fewer side effects and less recovery time but also provide the least amount of relief from symptoms of enlarged prostate.
If you have a lot of blood at the center of the eye (vitreous gel), you may need a vitrectomy to restore your sight. If you need vitrectomies in both eyes, they are usually done several weeks apart. A vitrectomy is performed under either local or general anesthesia. Your doctor makes a tiny incision in your eye. Next, a small instrument is used to remove the vitreous gel clouded with blood. The vitreous gel is replaced with a salt solution. Because the vitreous gel is mostly water, you will notice no change between the salt solution and the original vitreous gel.
You will probably be able to return home on the same day after the vitrectomy. Some people may stay in the hospital overnight. Your eye will be red and sensitive. You will need to wear an eye patch for a few days or weeks to protect your eye. You will also need to use medicated eyedrops to protect against infection.
This answer is based on source information from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.
Dilation and curettage is a diagnostic procedure to determine if you have uterine cancer. This exam is often used after suspicious cells are found in an endometrial biopsy. Similar to an endometrial biopsy, tissue from the inside of the uterus is removed during this exam. You will likely be under anesthesia for this procedure, as it is a bit more invasive than a biopsy.
Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty is a surgical procedure. It is sometimes performed to treat obstructive sleep apnea, though surgery is generally recommended only after other treatments fail. In this surgery, tissue from the back of your mouth and your throat is removed. If indicated, the tonsils and adenoids might also be removed. The goal of this surgery is to stop snoring by removing objects that vibrate in the throat.