Last time I had my cholesterol done it was 225. Dr. Hibberd's answer: Yes, high cholesterol is a familial disorder and does have a genetic component. Your height and weight do not factor into your cholesterol levels, but they do factor into your cardiac, stroke, and vascular risks.
Medical Side of the War: Challenges and Triumphs. Amputations. Amputations were the most common surgical procedure of the war. Many lives were saved by these operations even though there was public criticism for performing too many amputations.
The most common surgical procedure is fasciectomy, which removes diseased tissue and may have a large incision. Other procedures include fasciotomy, which involves surgically cutting the cord, and needle aponeurotomy (needle fasciotomy), where the surgeon uses a small needle-like blade to nick the cord to weaken it.