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NKS Med Proced Abbre
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Total knee arthroplasty, also known as knee replacement surgery. | TKA |
| Below-knee amputation, surgery to remove the lower leg | BKA |
| Dilation and curettage, a procedure to remove tissue from the uterus. | D&C |
| Lumbar puncture, a procedure to collect cerebrospinal fluid for testing. | LP |
| Coronary artery bypass graft, surgery to restore blood flow to the heart. | CABG |
| Transurethral resection of the prostate, surgery to treat urinary problems caused by an enlarged prostate. | TURP |