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An appendectomy is the surgical removal of the appendix. The most common reason to have an appendectomy is an inflamed or infected appendix, a condition called appendicitis.

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Coronary artery bypass graft surgery (heart bypass surgery) is a major surgery that improves blood flow to your heart muscle. CABG surgery creates a new route for blood to flow around a blocked coronary artery.

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Coronary interventional procedures are minimally invasive procedures, such as angioplasty, that open narrowed or blocked coronary arteries (blood vessels of the heart) to restore normal blood flow to the heart muscle.

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A heart attack is a life-threatening condition in which your heart muscle is deprived of oxygen. A heart attack, usually caused by a blood clot, causes serious damage to your heart muscle and its ability to function effectively.

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Heart failure, or congestive heart failure (CHF), occurs when your heart is damaged and too weak to pump enough oxygen-rich blood to the body. Fluid pools in your body’s tissues, causing swelling and life-threatening lung congestion.

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Pacemaker procedures include surgery to implant or replace a pacemaker—an electronic device that treats heart rhythm problems, mainly in the upper chambers (atria). A pacemaker sends low-energy electrical pulses to restore a normal heart rhythm.

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Diabetic emergencies include hypoglycemic shock and diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and coma. Both conditions are life-threatening complications of diabetes. Hypoglycemic shock occurs when blood sugar gets too low. DKA occurs when your body produces high levels of blood acids called ketones, which can lead to coma.

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A pulmonary embolism is a blockage in an artery in the lungs. A pulmonary embolism is a potentially life-threatening condition that is usually caused by a blood clot that travels to the lung from a vein in the leg.

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Respiratory failure is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the respiratory system fails to supply enough oxygen to the body or remove carbon dioxide waste from the body.

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Sepsis is caused by any serious infection that spreads through the bloodstream and results in potentially life-threatening inflammation throughout the body.

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A bowel obstruction, also called intestinal obstruction, is a blockage of the bowel (intestine) that prevents passage of intestinal material.

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Colorectal surgeries correct problems of the colon (large intestine) and rectum. Surgeries include full or partial removal (resection) of the colon or rectum; removal of the left or right side (hemicolectomy), the lower part (sigmoidectomy), or  the upper part (cecectomy) of the colon; and attaching the colon to an opening (stoma) in the abdominal wall (colostomy).

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Esophageal and stomach surgeries correct problems of the esophagus and stomach, including bleeding and ulcers. Surgeries include full or partial removal of the stomach (gastrectomy), removal of the vagus nerve responsible for stomach acid (vagotomy), and intestine resection and anastomosis.  

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A gastrointestinal (GI) bleed is bleeding that occurs anywhere in the digestive tract. Ulcers, gastritis, esophageal varices, diverticulosis, bowel inflammation, and GI tumors can cause potentially life-threatening GI bleeding.

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Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, which is a digestive system gland positioned behind your stomach. Gallstones and alcohol abuse are known to cause pancreatitis.

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Small intestine surgeries correct problems of the small intestine. Surgeries include resectioning the small intestine, closing a small intestine stoma, and repairing a small intestine laceration.

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Gallbladder removal surgery (also known as cholecystectomy) is the surgical removal of the gallbladder, a pear-shaped organ that concentrates and stores bile. The gallbladder can become inflamed and painful, usually due to a gallstone (cholecystitis).

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Gynecologic procedures refer to procedures to remove one or both ovaries or the fallopian tubes. These procedures are performed to treat cancer, ectopic pregnancy, or severe endometriosis.

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Women who have a gynecologic procedure at a hospital that received 5 stars for gynecologic procedures by Healthgrades have a lower chance of experiencing complications compared to a hospital that received 1 star.

A hysterectomy is surgery to remove a woman’s uterus. A woman may have a hysterectomy for different reasons including: uterine fibrosis, prolapse, cancer, endometriosis, abnormal bleeding, chronic pain, or adenomyosis. 

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Women who have a hysterectomy at a hospital that received 5 stars for hysterectomy by Healthgrades have a lower chance of experiencing complications compared to a hospital that received 1 star.

C-section delivery refers to the delivery of a baby through a surgical incision in the mother’s abdomen and uterus. These ratings are based on complication outcomes for live-born single or twin births delivered via C-section and the mother’s care during the hospital stay. 

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Women who deliver at a hospital that received 5 stars for C-section delivery by Healthgrades have a lower chance of experiencing complications compared to a hospital that received 1 star.

Vaginal delivery refers to the delivery of a baby through the vaginal canal. These ratings are based on complication outcomes for live-born single births delivered via vaginal delivery and the mother’s care during the hospital stay.

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Women who deliver at a hospital that received 5 stars for vaginal delivery by Healthgrades have a lower chance of experiencing complications compared to a hospital that received 1 star.

A stroke is a life-threatening condition caused by a disruption of blood flow and oxygen to the brain. Rapid treatment of stroke can prevent or reduce permanent brain damage.

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Hip fracture treatment often requires surgical repair of the upper part of the thigh bone (femur) that fits into the hip socket. Hip fracture treatment may involve repositioning the bones and holding them in place using metal plates and screws.

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Hip replacement surgery involves removing and replacing a diseased hip joint with an artificial hip joint. Hip replacement is usually performed to treat advanced arthritis of the hip.

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Total knee replacement surgery involves removing a diseased knee joint and replacing it with an artificial knee joint made of plastic or metal materials. Total knee replacement is usually performed to treat advanced arthritis of the knee.

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Transurethral prostate resection surgery (TURP) is a minimally invasive surgery to treat urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH). Surgery is performed through the urethra to remove prostate tissue blocking the urethra.

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COPD is a serious lung disease that includes chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and chronic obstructive asthma. These diseases inflame and constrict the airways in the lungs and limit your ability to breathe.

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Pneumonia is a lung infection usually caused by viruses and bacteria. It is a common complication of hospitalization and critical illnesses, particularly lung diseases.

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Back and neck surgery includes several surgeries, including discectomy, to treat spinal nerve compression, pain and numbness caused by a herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, arthritis, and spinal stenosis.

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A spinal fusion is the surgical joining of two vertebrae (bones) in your neck or back to treat pain due to spinal fracture, degenerative disc disease, or abnormalities of the spine.

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Carotid surgery includes procedures to treat diseases and injuries in one or both carotid arteries in your neck. Carotid surgery can treat aneurysms and carotid artery disease, which is caused by fatty plaque buildup.

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