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Mayo Clinic Minute: Minimally invasive hysterectomy

Dr. Megan Wasson in the operating room A hysterectomy can treat many gynecologic conditions, including fibroids, painful periods and cancer, such as endometrial, cervical, ovarian and uterine cancers. Dr. Megan Wasson, a gynecologic surgeon at Mayo Clinic, specializes in minimally invasive surgery. She says the decision to undergo a hysterectomy is highly individualized, based on each patient’s specific needs.  In many […]

Mayo Clinic Q and A: Minimally invasive options use energy to treat enlarged prostate

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m a 64-year-old man who was recently diagnosed with an enlarged prostate after experiencing issues with frequent urination, especially during the night. What are the treatment options and potential side effects? ANSWER: An enlarged prostate, also called benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH, is a common condition as men get older. By age 60, […]