Pratique du Shadowing: Aneurysm Clipping Surgery - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec YouTube

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We consider the surgical repair of aneurysms one of the most definitive forms of treatment,
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We consider the surgical repair of aneurysms one of the most definitive forms of treatment,
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meaning it's very unlikely that the aneurysm would recur or regrow.
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With traditional surgery or microsurgery,
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we make an incision in your scalp and go inside the skull to identify the aneurysm and essentially clamp it off.
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The surgical treatment is done in the hospital under general anesthesia,
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which means you're completely asleep during the entire procedure.
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An incision will be made on your head and there may be a small visible scar.
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Then an opening or a window is made in the skull.
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The aneurysm is identified usually underneath the brain or between the lobes of the brain.
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And then using a powerful surgical microscope with a bright light on it,
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we identify the aneurysm and place a small metal spring clip on it to pinch it off.
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We confirm that the aneurysm is repaired during surgery by visual inspection under the microscope or with x-rays.
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after we're completely satisfied with the repair,
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we'll then proceed with closure.
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Most patients are fully awake after the procedure
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and usually able to be up in the bed
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or up to a chair that evening and able to have a light supper like broth or soup.
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The next morning, we'll ask you to get out of bed
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and at least walk to the bathroom or a short distance in the hallway,
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and most patients then we go home on the third day.
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After surgery most patients return within one to two weeks to have sutures
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or staples removed then one final check at about the six weeks or eight week period of time.
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Just like any other surgical procedure there are some risks associated with this.
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Generally speaking the risk of somewhere in the neighborhood about five to ten percent of something substantially happening
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that might affect your quality of life in the short term or the long term.
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These things really revolve around stroke or some type of neurologic deficit.
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The likely things will be discussed specifically with you depending upon the location of the aneurysm.
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But keep in mind things like vision loss or paralysis
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or weakness or sensory disturbance or inability to walk are all possible things that could happen.
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Approximately two to three percent of all surgical wounds get infected.
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That could require re-operation or antibiotics to clear this up after the surgery.
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Although this sounds like an awful lot to go through,
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the good news is that once you make the journey through this hospitalization and treatment course that the aneurysm will be repaired.
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There will be a low risk or no risk of having the aneurysm hemorrhage
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and you can move forward with your life knowing that the aneurysm has been definitively treated.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will learn about aneurysm clipping surgery, a surgical procedure used to treat brain aneurysms. As you practice shadowing the video, you will focus on improving your English speaking skills by enhancing your pronunciation and comprehension of medical terminology related to surgical procedures. This engaging content provides an excellent opportunity for you to immerse yourself in a real-world context, allowing you to apply what you learn in conversations about health and surgery.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Aneurysm: A bulge in a blood vessel caused by weakness in the vessel wall.
  • Surgical repair: The process of fixing a medical issue through surgery.
  • Incision: A cut made during surgery to access internal structures.
  • General anesthesia: A state of unconsciousness produced during surgery.
  • Metal spring clip: A device used to securely clamp an aneurysm.
  • Visual inspection: The process of checking something by looking at it closely.
  • Neurologic deficit: A loss of function or ability in the nervous system.
  • Sutures or staples: Materials used to close a wound after surgery.

Practice Tips

To make the most of this lesson, utilize the shadowspeak technique, where you closely follow the speaker's tone and rhythm. This video has a moderate pace, allowing for clear articulation of complex medical terms. Start by playing small segments of the transcript, repeating phrases exactly as you hear them. Focus on the pronunciation of key vocabulary, like "incision" and "aneurysm," to improve your English pronunciation.

To optimize your English speaking practice, try the following:

  • Listen carefully for any technical terms and repeat them aloud to build familiarity.
  • Practice shadowing the speaker right after they finish a sentence, mimicking their intonation and emotion.
  • Record your voice as you practice shadowing; listening to the playback can help you identify areas for improvement.
  • Repeat difficult phrases multiple times to reinforce muscle memory in your speech.

By using these methods on this shadowing site, you will notice a significant improvement in your listening comprehension and oral skills. This will not only make it easier for you to discuss medical topics but will also boost your confidence in speaking English overall.

Qu'est-ce que la technique du Shadowing ?

Le Shadowing est une technique d'apprentissage des langues fondée sur la science, développée à l'origine pour la formation des interprètes professionnels. Le principe est simple mais puissant : vous écoutez de l'anglais natif et le répétez immédiatement à voix haute — comme une ombre suivant le locuteur avec un décalage de 1 à 2 secondes. Les recherches montrent une amélioration significative de la précision de la prononciation, de l'intonation, du rythme, des liaisons, de la compréhension orale et de la fluidité.

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