Ischial pressure ulcers are wounds that develop on the lower region of the buttocks as a result of sustained pressure. These wounds are know...Read More
Right & Left Ischial Ulcer Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
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December 28, 2022
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Polypoid lesions and polyps are both types of mass lesions that protrude into the lumen from the mucosal surface. Polypoid lesions and polyp...Read More
What is a Polypoid lesion? - Definition, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
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December 19, 2022
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Normocalcemic hyperparathyroidism is a disorder in which the parathyroid glands, which are positioned in the neck, create an excessive amoun...Read More
Normocalcemic Primary & Secondary Hyperparathyroidism Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment
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December 16, 2022
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Myometrium is a common site for smooth muscle tumors known as leiomyomas. Submucosal leiomyomas in premenopausal women can manifest as abdom...Read More
Esophageal Leiomyoma Symptoms, Causes, Radiology, Treatment
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December 07, 2022
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Abnormal development of the thyroid gland during embryonic stages results in the formation of a mass of ectopic thyroid tissue known as a li...Read More
Lingual Thyroid Definition, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
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December 03, 2022
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The supraclavicular fossa is a complex part of the anatomy of the upper neck. Its contents can be used to make differential diagnoses for pr...Read More
Right & Left Supraclavicular Fossa Definition, Swelling, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
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December 02, 2022
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Anti-MDA5 dermatomyositis is an uncommon kind of systemic autoimmune illness that was first identified in Japanese individuals who also had ...Read More
Anti-MDA5 Dermatomyositis Definiton, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
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November 29, 2022
Rating: 5
Cricoid pressure, commonly referred to as the Sellick maneuver, is a method used during endotracheal intubation to attempt to lower the risk...Read More
Sellick Maneuver Definition, Steps, Intubation, Uses
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November 28, 2022
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What is a Frozen Abdomen? A wound dehiscence is a dangerous postoperative event that occurs between 0.5 to 3% of the time following the prim...Read More
What is a Frozen Abdomen? - Meaning, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
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November 24, 2022
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The area of the spinal column that is responsible for providing support to the neck is called the cervical spine. There are eight nerves tha...Read More
What is C5 Palsy? - Symptoms, Causes, Recovery, Treatment
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November 23, 2022
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Cysts of the vaginal wall are uncommon but may manifest as a vaginal bulge, pelvic discomfort, dyspareunia, or projecting cystic mass. It is...Read More
Mullerian Duct Cyst Female & Male Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
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November 21, 2022
Rating: 5
Hilar adenopathy is a disorder characterized by lymph node enlargement in the hilus or inner aspect of the lung. Numerous underlying factors...Read More
Left & Right Hilar Adenopathy Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
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November 16, 2022
Rating: 5
There are certain individuals who are born with a little, soft bump in the center of their throats. These bumps, which can be seen as well a...Read More
Sistrunk Procedure Steps, Surgery, Complications, Recovery
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November 15, 2022
Rating: 5
Colon polyps are growths that develop on the inner lining of the colon or rectum. A polyp might be flat, slightly elevated (called sessile),...Read More
Appendiceal Orifice Location, Inflammation, Colon polyps & Colonoscopy
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November 11, 2022
Rating: 5
In the occipital bone, there is a small opening called the hypoglossal canal. Deep within the occipital condyles, the foramen magnum contain...Read More
Hypoglossal Canal Location, Function, Cyst, Radiology
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November 10, 2022
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The mandibular condyle is a bony protrusion that can be seen on the posterior surface of the jaw. It is the part of the mandible that articu...Read More
Mandibular Condyle Definition, Location, Function, Pain, Fracture
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November 08, 2022
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Bier spots are a type of benign vascular abnormality that appear on the skin as small, white spots accompanied by a pale ring of erythema (r...Read More
Bier Spots on Hands & Legs Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
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November 04, 2022
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Phlebectasia is a genetic vascular anomaly that affects the veins of a limb. It is caused by a defect in the veins during development. These...Read More
Phlebectasia Meaning, Definition, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
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November 01, 2022
Rating: 5
Acroparesthesia is a condition characterized by burning, prickling, or discomfort in the extremities. It typically affects the hands and fee...Read More
Acroparesthesia Definition, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
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October 28, 2022
Rating: 5
Canthopexy is a technique that is used to tighten the lower eyelid, and it is typically performed in conjunction with lower lid blepharoplas...Read More
What is Canthopexy - Definition, Procedure, Lateral Canthopexy, Left Lateral Canthopexy
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October 27, 2022
Rating: 5