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invasive procedure

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invasive procedure
Etymology: L, in + vadere, to go, procedere, to proceed
a diagnostic or therapeutic technique that requires entry of a body cavity or interruption of normal body functions. Examples include the Pap test and colonoscopy.

procedure (prōsē´jur),
n a series of steps followed in a regular, orderly, definite way, by which a desired result is accomplished.
procedure, dental prosthetic laboratory,
n the steps in the fabrication of a dental prosthesis that do not require the presence of the patient for their accomplishment.
procedure, invasive,
n a series of steps that causes bleeding or the possibility of bleeding.
procedure, Kazanjian's
procedure, operating,
n the technique or method of conducting or performing an operation or form of treatment.
procedure, order of,
n the sequence of steps made in performing an operation or following through a technique. In cavity preparation the sequence is as follows: (1) obtain the required outline form, (2) obtain the required resistance form, (3) obtain the required retention form, (4) retain the required convenience form, (5) remove any remaining carious dentin, (6) finish the enamel walls, and (7) make the debridement.
procedure, orthodontic,
n the therapeutic measures employed to correct malalignment and malposition of the teeth and to immobilize and stabilize periodontally involved or previously moved teeth.
procedure, restorative,
n a method or mode of action that reestablishes or reforms a tooth or teeth or portions thereof to anatomic or functional form and health.

Patient discussion about invasive procedure.

Q. what is the best thing to do to eliminate or to let it be remove without surgery?I'm afraid but laser mayb ok If I can go for laser where can you suggest coz I'm jobless and can't afford to pay.Or is there some remedy that i can take to melt those stones inside my bladder then they can come out through my waste ?

A. Bladder stones, also called bladder calculi, often form when concentrated urine sits in your bladder. Bladder stones usually need to be removed. If the stone is small, your doctor may recommend that you drink an increased amount of water each day to help the stone pass. If the stone is large or doesn't pass on its own, your doctor may need to remove the stone. Bladder stones are usually removed during a procedure called a cystolitholapaxy. This is done by inserting a small tube with a camera at the end (cystoscope) through your urethra and into your bladder to view the stone. Your doctor uses a laser, ultrasound or mechanical device to break the stone into small pieces and then flushes the pieces from your bladder.
I am not familiar with the cost of such procedure.

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