...all of them are part of the upper respiratory system. They also have similarities, including the mucous lining. For example, in the ear, one can find the Eustachian tube, which...
**What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?** **Overview:** Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common, chronic gastrointestinal disorder that affects the large intestine (colon). It is characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, gas,...
...available only to patients with a simple case of ganglion cyst. In this type of surgery, the surgeon makes a small incision to accommodate an arthroscope, or a tube with...
...non-infectious diseases, such as: HIV/AIDS Hepatitis B HCV reactive Malaria Leprosy Tuberculosis Granuloma Pleural effusion PTB, including active, past, or healed cases Skin diseases Chronic renal or heart failure Diabetes...
...examination of the rectum, but it is placed into the body using an enema tube instead of making the patient swallow it. The preparations needed for the procedure are simple....
...stomach. * **Total gastrectomy:** Removes the entire stomach. * **Sleeve gastrectomy:** Removes a large portion of the stomach, leaving a tube-like structure. **Who is a Candidate for Gastrectomy?** A gastrectomy...
...parts of the body without the use of wires, tubes, or catheters. Instead, the procedure uses digitally acquired flow turbulence to examine the vascular system and presents the network of...
...ligation. The renal capsule is then closed with a chromic or a monofilament suture. A stent or a nephrostomy tube may also be inserted, depending on the operation performed. Drains...
...patient. If the physician determines that drainage is required from the affected joint, a small incision is made and the bursa is opened. A small drain tube is inserted and...
...the surgery, the patient will be brought to an intensive care unit, where he will stay for the first night after the surgery. He will typically have tubes attached to...