...chest muscle, and the skin. Nipple-sparing mastectomy: This procedure removes the breast tissue. The breast skin, nipple, and areola all stay in place. If a surgeon finds breast cancer cells...
...the medication prostaglandin-E1 can help. This medication helps the smooth muscle tissue of the ductus arteriosus relax, which keeps blood flowing easily. Additionally, a 2021 study suggests that placing a...
...efficient as you age. Body composition: Many people lose muscle mass (and gain fat) as they age. Since muscle contains more water than fat, this change in body composition can...
...vitamin A) hepatitis (infectious and autoimmune) hemochromatosis cirrhosis celiac disease hepatobiliary diseases (primary sclerosis cholangitis, primary biliary cirrhosis) Wilson’s disease alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency muscle disease thyroid disease hemolysis What are...
Definition & Overview A bronchial thermoplasty is a medical procedure used for the treatment of severe asthma. It works by keeping the airway smooth muscles (ASM) from contracting or narrowing...
...is often determined by the experience of the medical team, along with the severity and location of the amputation or loss. To successfully reattach the extremity, vascular supply, nerves, muscles,...
...Hashimoto’s thyroiditis hypothyroidism?** **A:** Symptoms may vary but commonly include: – Fatigue – Weight gain – Cold intolerance – Hair loss – Irregular menstrual cycles – Muscle weakness **Q5: How...
...on the bone or in the limb muscles Neuroma or thickened nerve tissue Frostbite Studies show that up to 60% of all amputations can be prevented. For example, amputations due...
...the removal of several layers of the skin, the subcutaneous tissue, associated muscles, fascia, and any foreign matter embedded in the wound. The ultimate goal of the procedure is to...
...complication of chronic constipation and less commonly occurs due to problems with the muscles inside your intestines. Fecal impaction and constipation are both common among older adults, especially adults in...