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Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys.

Kidney Transplant

A kidney transplant is a surgical procedure performed to replace a diseased or non-functioning kidney with a healthy kidney from a donor.

Kidney-Pancreas Transplant

A kidney-pancreas transplant is for people with both kidney failure and type 1 diabetes.

Liver Cancer

Liver cancer is a condition where abnormal cells grow into a tumor in the liver.

Liver Transplant

Liver transplant is a surgical procedure to replace a diseased or injured liver with a healthy liver from a donor.

Loeys-Dietz Syndrome

Loeys-Dietz syndrome is a rare, genetic connective tissue disorder characterized by a range of vascular, skeletal, and skin abnormalities.

Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS)

Low anterior resection syndrome is a collection of symptoms or issues patients have after undergoing removal of part of or the entire rectum.

Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is a type of cancer that starts as a growth of cells in the lungs.

Lung Transplant

A lung transplant is a surgical procedure that replaces diseased lungs with healthy lungs from a donor.

Lung Volume Reduction Surgery

Lung volume reduction surgery is a surgical procedure aimed at improving the breathing and quality of life for people with severe emphysema.

Marfan Syndrome

Marfan syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects the body’s connective tissues.

Maze Procedure

The maze procedure is a surgical treatment for atrial fibrillation, a common and potentially serious heart rhythm disorder.