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Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Applications

The use of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) has been hampered by the lack of knowledge to its long-term adverse effects and by the potential misuse of the technology due to its very ease of its application.

29 May 2018

Technique and Precautions During Hysterosalpingography

Hysterosalpingography is an imaging technique which is performed to evaluate the contour of the uterus and the fallopian tubes, as well as confirm tubal patency. It is usually included as a part of the evaluation of female infertility.

29 May 2018

Sonic Hedgehog Medulloblastoma Treatment

The occurrence of an SHH medulloblastoma is treated by the following steps...

29 May 2018

Types of Inhalers in Pulmonary Disease

Inhalers are handheld devices used to deliver medication to the respiratory tract in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. They are used both for the prevention and treatment of exacerbations of these chronic conditions. They offer the benefit of avoiding systemic exposure to drugs, while ensuring that the drugs go directly to where they are needed (i.e. the lungs).

29 May 2018

Sonic Hedgehog Medulloblastoma Causes

A medulloblastoma is an embryonal tumor which is most common in very young children (below 4 years) and adults above 16 years. It presents with symptoms of hydrocephalus as a result of the fluid building up within the brain because the tumor grows into the ventricles and blocks the drainage of the fluid.

29 May 2018

Uterine Artery Embolization: Indications and Contraindications

Uterine artery embolization (UAE) is a technique used by interventional radiology specialists. It was introduced several decades ago for the treatment of massive uterine hemorrhages due to various causes. This technique aims to treat the bleeding rapidly without resorting to surgical removal of the uterus or other pelvic organs, and may possibly make it easier to stop the hemorrhage without compromising the patient’s fertility.

29 May 2018

Uterine Artery Embolization: Technique and Complications

Uterine bleeding has always been a major concern when talking about women’s health - whether it occurs during or after childbirth, as part of overly heavy menstruation, or following surgery on the uterus. Uterine fibroids have contributed to a large share of this condition.

29 May 2018

Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy Treatment

Acute fatty liver of pregnancy (AFLP) is a dangerous condition of late pregnancy. Once diagnosed, or even suspected with a high degree of likelihood, it must be treated in a timely manner to ensure a good outcome. About three in every four cases will be delivered by Cesarean section within 48 hours of the diagnosis being made, but a few may have their pregnancy prolonged by up to 2 weeks.

28 May 2018

Nanoelectronic Biosensor Development

Nanoelectronic biosensors are nanostructured semiconducting materials that facilitate appropriate solutions for biological activities at the cellular level.

28 May 2018

Drug Overdose: What To Do

Drug abuse always carries the risk of serious side effects, including drug overdose. Drug overdose has increased the rate of deaths either accidentally or intentionally.

28 May 2018

Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Risks

Since brain activity is due to the electrical activity of neurons, extrinsic electrical stimulation as a means of modulating this activity has been long studied as a technique which could help to change brain activity patterns either temporarily or permanently.

28 May 2018

What are the Types of Elastic Compression Garments?

Elastic compression garments (CG) are used for a variety of purposes in the medical and cosmetic surgical fields today. There are several types and designs, made from a range of materials, to suit differing demands. Some indications include boosting the circulation, shaping body contours, preventing low blood pressure, and supporting recovery of tissue after a medical procedure.

28 May 2018

Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA)

Human leukocyte antigen (HLA) typing is important in organ transplantation protocols, as they determine the likelihood of rejection. The HLA system is little understood, however.

28 May 2018

How to Treat an Eye Injury

An eye injury is a medical emergency. Delaying medical attention could lead to permanent vision loss or blindness.

28 May 2018

Importance of Sensory Stimulation for Babies

Children require sensory stimulation of an appropriate nature and duration and at the right time.

27 May 2018

Sonohysterography - Technique and Indications

Sonohysterography, also called saline-infusion sonohysterography (SIS), is an immensely useful but cost-effective procedure which maximizes the utility of ultrasound imaging of the uterine cavity in women with suspected intrauterine anomalies.

27 May 2018

Treatment and Prognosis of Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis

The diagnosis of the paraneoplastic syndrome called anti-N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (anti-NMDAR) encephalitis is based upon the clinical history and examination, followed by the demonstration of antibodies to the NMDAR, either the NR1 or NR2 (also called the Gln1) subunits.

27 May 2018