What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)?
...and autoimmune diseases may trigger the development of CTS by causing inflammation in the hands and wrists. The main medical conditions which are linked to CTS are diseases of the...
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Page Title: What is Pneumonectomy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
Definition & Overview Pneumonectomy is a major surgical procedure that involves the removal of the entire lung in cases of lung cancer, lung tumor, benign lung diseases, or major damage...
What is Endomicroscopy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...developing this condition, which is asymptomatic in its early stages but could lead to colorectal cancer later on. Inflammatory bowel diseases – This group of diseases is caused by the...
What is Genetics Follow-Up: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...diseases are characterized by an abnormal rearrangement of a chromosomal segment Inversion – These genetic diseases occur when a piece of a chromosome breaks, turns into an inverted position, then...
What is Transtracheal (Percutaneous) Introduction of Needle Wire Dilator/Stent or Indwelling Tube for Oxygen Therapy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...including respiratory disorders and sleep apnea (obstruction of the airway during sleep). One of the options to deliver oxygen directly to the lungs is transtracheal (percutaneous) introduction of needle wire...
What is Proctocolectomy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...to various conditions that cause inflammation in the colon (a section of the large intestine) and the small intestine. Inflammatory bowel diseases include Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. This group...
What is Radiology Consultation: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of diseases. A radiology consultation is an appointment with a radiologist to obtain his opinion about a patient’s condition and the best...
What is Pneumologie?
...Inflammatory arthritis Being middle-aged or elderly Diabetes Diseases of the thyroid Heredity Using tobacco products Injuries to the wrist Working intensely with one's hands Diagnosis Further testing Nerve conduction test...
What is Sinusotomy of Sphenoid: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...diseases of the sphenoidal sinuses are very rare, making up only 1 to 2% of all sinus infections. Regardless of the nature of the problem, diseases of the sinuses involving...
What Is an Immunologist?
...disease Eye diseases such as allergic rhinitis or hay fever Skin diseases like eczema and contact dermatitis Severe reactions to medications, food, vaccines, and insect bites Gastrointestinal disorders Autoimmune diseases...