Patient Care

An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a bulge in the aorta in the abdomen, caused by weakening or damage to the artery wall.

Transplant surgeons at WashU Medicine use the latest advances to care for people undergoing liver and kidney transplantation.

Abdominal wall reconstruction is a surgical procedure aimed at restoring the structure and function of the abdominal wall, typically after significant trauma, infection, or complex hernias.

Achalasia is a rare swallowing disorder in which the esophagus is unable to move food into the stomach.

Acute and critical care surgeons at WashU Medicine use the latest advances to treat critically ill patients.

Adrenal cancer is a rare cancer that begins as a growth of cells in the adrenal gland.

Adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure to remove one or both adrenal glands.

An aldosteronoma is a type of usually benign tumor in the adrenal gland.

An anal fissure is a small tear or cut in the lining of the anus, which can cause severe pain and bleeding during and after bowel movements.

Pruritus ani, also known as anal itching, is a condition characterized by an intense itching sensation in the skin around the anus.

Anal warts are bumps or growths inside or around the anus.

An aortic aneurysm happens when there is an abnormal bulge or dilation in the wall of the aorta.

Aortic dissection is a serious and life-threatening condition where there is a tear in the inner layer of the aorta.

Aortic surgeons at WashU Medicine provide comprehensive care for aortic diseases.

Arterial thoracic outlet syndrome is a rare form of TOS that occurs when the subclavian artery is compressed, leading to compromised blood flow to the arm.

Atresia is a congenital condition where a normal opening or passage in the body is absent or closed.

Atrial fibrillation is an abnormal heartbeat rhythm defined by an irregular, disorganized heartbeat.

An atrioventricular canal defect is a congenital heart defect affecting the center of the heart.

Bariatric surgeons at WashU Medicine are here to help you on your weight loss journey.

Benign esophageal diseases encompass a range of conditions that affect the esophagus but are non-cancerous.

Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare type of cancer that develops in the bile ducts that move digestive fluid from the liver to the small intestine.

Biliary atresia is a rare and serious liver disease that occurs in infants, where the bile ducts inside or outside the liver become scarred and blocked.

Bladder cancer is a condition that begins in the bladder tissue.

A blood clot is a gel-like clump of blood that forms in the blood vessels.

Breast cancer is a condition that begins in the breast tissue, most often in women.

Breast cysts are fluid-filled sacs within the breast tissue, often appearing as round or oval lumps with distinct edges.

Cardiac surgeons at WashU Medicine use the latest advances to provide world-class heart care.

Carotid artery disease happens when the carotid artery becomes blocked or narrow.

A carotid artery Doppler exam is a painless, non-invasive ultrasound test to check blood flow in the carotid arteries.

A cholecystectomy is a surgical procedure designed to remove the gallbladder—a small organ located beneath the liver.

Coarctation of the aorta is a condition in which a portion of the major artery that carries oxygenated blood out of the heart becomes abnormally narrow, causing the heart to work harder.

Colon and rectal surgeons at WashU Medicine provide expert care in a compassionate environment.

A colonoscopy is an exam used to look for changes in the large intestine and rectum.

Colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer in both men and women.

Coronary artery bypass graft surgery, commonly referred to as heart bypass surgery, is a major heart procedure used to improve blood flow to the heart.

Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract, part of a group of conditions known as inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD).

Cystic hygroma is a benign, but potentially serious, congenital birth defect characterized by fluid-filled sacs, typically found in the neck or head area.

Deep vein thrombosis is a serious medical condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein in the body, commonly in the legs.

Dialysis is a life-saving treatment for individuals with kidney failure.

Diverticulosis is the condition of having pouches form inside the lining of your colon. Diverticulitis is when those pouches become inflamed.

An arterial Doppler exam is a painless, non-invasive ultrasound test to check blood flow in the arteries of the arms or legs.

Duodenal atresia is a congenital condition where there is a complete or partial blockage (atresia) of the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine.

Duodenal switch surgery is a complex weight-loss surgery that combines two techniques: sleeve gastrectomy and intestinal bypass.

Emphysema is a chronic lung condition where air sacs in the lungs are damaged.

Endocrine surgeons at WashU Medicine are internationally recognized for their expertise in treating adrenal, parathyroid and thyroid conditions.

An enlarged prostate is a common, non-cancerous condition affecting men as they age.

Erectile dysfunction is a common condition that affects many men, particularly as they age.

Esophageal atresia is a congenital condition where the esophagus, the tube that connects the throat to the stomach, does not form properly.

Esophageal cancer is a condition in which malignant cells form in the tissues of the esophagus.

Fecal incontinence is the inability to control bowel movements.