Surgical and Invasive Medical Procedures

Surgical and invasive medical procedures are medical treatments performed through physical incisions or by inserting instruments into a patient's body. They are usually performed under anaesthesia, and may include cutting, removing, or repairing tissue, as well as draining fluids or placing implants. Such procedures are important for diagnosis and treatment of many medical conditions, from relatively minor disorders to life-threatening conditions. Examples include gallbladder removal, knee replacement, hernia repair, and cardiac catheterisation. Other more routine surgical procedures include appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and tonsillectomy among many others. The success of these procedures relies on a skilled surgeon and the use of appropriate tools and techniques.