However, those cases that are refractory to medical therapy are excellent candidates for functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS). Appropriate preoperative evaluation including office sinus ...

Open and endoscopic carpal-tunnel releases are commonly used as the definitive treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome. This ...

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Ingrown nail surgery is the removal of a nail, or a portion of a nail, that is covered by skin and causing pain and/or infection. It may also involve the destruction of the nail bed itself. This may ...

A debridement is often performed along with a "wash out" procedure, often referred to as an irrigation. Therefore, many surgeons refer to this combination as an irrigation and debridement, or I&D.