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The Nuss procedure is a minimally-invasive procedure, invented in 1987 by Dr.

Chin augmentation using surgical implants can alter the underlying structure of the face, providing better balance to the facial features.

Laryngectomy is the removal of the larynx and separation of the airway from the mouth, nose and esophagus.

Lateral internal sphincterotomy is an operation performed on the internal anal sphincter muscle for the treatment of chronic anal fissure.

Lithotripsy is a medical procedure involving the physical destruction of hardened masses like kidney stones, bezoars or gallstones.