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d3324102eb2c27025ac028ddca227a8e11387ecd | wikidoc | Anterior communicating artery | Anterior communicating artery
In human anatomy, the anterior communicating artery is a blood vessel of the brain that connects the left and right anterior cerebral arteries.
The anterior communicating artery connects the two anterior cerebral arteries across the commencement of the longitudinal fissure. Sometimes this ... | Anterior communicating artery
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
In human anatomy, the anterior communicating artery is a blood vessel of the brain that connects the left and right anterior cerebral arteries.
The anterior communicating artery connects the two anterior cerebral a... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Anterior_communicating_artery | |
14fe2e109486785a0c6e1f8080f2c938ecaf2152 | wikidoc | Ventral ramus of spinal nerve | Ventral ramus of spinal nerve
# Overview
The ventral ramus (anterior ramus, anterior branch, anterior divisions of the spinal nerves) supply the antero-lateral parts of the trunk, and the limbs; they are for the most part larger than the posterior divisions.
In the thoracic region they run independently of one another... | Ventral ramus of spinal nerve
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
The ventral ramus (anterior ramus, anterior branch, anterior divisions of the spinal nerves) supply the antero-lateral parts of the trunk, and the limbs; they are for the most part larger than the poster... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Anterior_division | |
d0207b3d337decf049f261bde57ff93a8a233fbd | wikidoc | Anti inflammatory medications | Anti inflammatory medications
# Overview
Anti-inflammatory refers to the property of a substance or treatment that reduces inflammation. Anti-inflammatory drugs make up one half of analgesics, remedying pain by reducing inflammation as opposed to opioids which affect the brain.
# Steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Man... | Anti inflammatory medications
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Anti-inflammatory refers to the property of a substance or treatment that reduces inflammation. Anti-inflammatory drugs make up one half of analgesics, remedying pain by reducing inflammation as opposed to opioids which affect... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Anti-inflammatory | |
6e7149110cc63fd8d59666612416b45b68af3ab8 | wikidoc | Anti-topoisomerase antibodies | Anti-topoisomerase antibodies
Anti-topoisomerase antibodies (ATA) are directed against topoisomerase and found in several diseases, most importantly scleroderma. Diseases with ATA are autoimmune disease because they react with self-proteins. They are also referred to as anti-DNA topoisomerase I antibody (anti-topo I).
... | Anti-topoisomerase antibodies
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Anti-topoisomerase antibodies (ATA) are directed against topoisomerase and found in several diseases, most importantly scleroderma. Diseases with ATA are autoimmune disease because they react with self-proteins. They are also referred to as anti-DNA topoisomerase I anti... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Anti-topoisomerase_antibodies | |
91a022197ecc2854e261003bcdf15a6aa2f0e16b | wikidoc | SSRI discontinuation syndrome | SSRI discontinuation syndrome
Synonyms and keywords: Antidepressant discontinuation syndrome; SSRI cessation syndrome; SSRI withdrawal syndrome
# Overview
SSRI discontinuation syndrome, also known as SSRI withdrawal syndrome or SSRI cessation syndrome, is a condition that can occur during or following the interruption... | SSRI discontinuation syndrome
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [2]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Jesus Rosario Hernandez, M.D. [3]
Synonyms and keywords: Antidepressant discontinuation syndrome; SSRI cessation syndrome; SSRI withdrawal syndrome
# Overview
SSRI discontinuation syndrome, also known as S... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Antidepressant_discontinuation_syndrome | |
168bf6dfbc8a8fe6dd73e2ca8f496644dadc4fea | wikidoc | Antihemophilic Factor (human) | Antihemophilic Factor (human)
# Disclaimer
WikiDoc MAKES NO GUARANTEE OF VALIDITY. WikiDoc is not a professional health care provider, nor is it a suitable replacement for a licensed healthcare provider. WikiDoc is intended to be an educational tool, not a tool for any form of healthcare delivery. The educational co... | Antihemophilic Factor (human)
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ammu Susheela, M.D. [2]
# Disclaimer
WikiDoc MAKES NO GUARANTEE OF VALIDITY. WikiDoc is not a professional health care provider, nor is it a suitable replacement for a licensed healthcare provider. WikiDo... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Antihemophilic_Factor_(human) | |
ba7fcbf438510509ed596c8e8695c0af7ffeeda9 | wikidoc | Aortic regurgitation | Aortic regurgitation overview
# Overview
Aortic insufficiency refers to the retrograde or backward flow of blood from the aorta into the left ventricle during diastole. When the pressure in the left ventricle falls below the pressure in the aorta, the aortic valve is not able to completely close. This causes a leaking... | Aortic regurgitation overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Hardik Patel, M.D.; Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]; Varun Kumar, M.B.B.S.; Lakshmi Gopalakrishnan, M.B.B.S; Usama Talib, BSc, MD [3] Mohammed Salih, MD. [4]
# Overview
Aortic insufficiency refers to the re... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Aortic_insufficiency_overview | |
8ee4aa103543448b3c3e40714d2796f3471be334 | wikidoc | Aortic valve area calculation | Aortic valve area calculation
# Overview
Aortic valve area calculation is an indirect method of determining the area of the aortic valve. The calculated aortic valve orifice area is currently one of the measures for evaluating the severity of aortic stenosis. A valve area of less than 0.8 cm² is considered to be seve... | Aortic valve area calculation
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]; Lakshmi Gopalakrishnan, M.B.B.S. [3]; Usama Talib, BSc, MD [4]
# Overview
Aortic valve area calculation is an indirect method of determining the area of the aortic valve. The... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Aortic_valve_area_calculation | |
a40f93e55c452b6d12d4b4f1bc91dce7d3825ac5 | wikidoc | Apolipoprotein AI amyloidosis | Apolipoprotein AI amyloidosis
Synonyms and keywords:
# Overview
# Historical Perspective
- In 1639, Nicolaus Fontanus autopsied a young man who had ascites, jaundice, liver abscess, and splenomegaly and his report has been the first description of amyloidosis.
- In 1854, Rudolph Virchow introduced the term "amyloid" ... | Apolipoprotein AI amyloidosis
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Fahimeh Shojaei, M.D.
Synonyms and keywords:
# Overview
# Historical Perspective
- In 1639, Nicolaus Fontanus autopsied a young man who had ascites, jaundice, liver abscess, and splenomegaly and his repor... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Apolipoprotein_AI_amyloidosis | |
ae1a93fe97d39a5896f9abcc0ce74df7d932e328 | wikidoc | Familial hyperchylomicronemia | Familial hyperchylomicronemia
To view Lipoprotein disorders main page Click here
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Synonyms and keywords: Type I hyperlipoproteinemia, Burger-Grutz syndrome, Primary hyperlipoproteinemia, lipoprotein lipase deficiency, LPL deficiency, Idiopathic hyperlipemia, Essential... | Familial hyperchylomicronemia
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Vishal Devarkonda, M.B.B.S[2]Aysha Aslam, M.B.B.S[3]
To view Lipoprotein disorders main page Click here
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Synonyms and keywords: Type I hyperlipoproteinemia, ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Apolipoprotein_C-II_deficiency | |
0fe6f5f344874b631f7dae471a3184db93e9543a | wikidoc | Appendicular abscess | Appendicular abscess overview
# Overview
Appendicular abscess is defined as a collection of pus resulting from necrosis of the tissue superimposed with infection in an inflamed appendix. It is unusual and rare entity; appendicular abscess is a life-threatening complication of acute appendicitis (preoperatively) or app... | Appendicular abscess overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aditya Ganti M.B.B.S. [2]
# Overview
Appendicular abscess is defined as a collection of pus resulting from necrosis of the tissue superimposed with infection in an inflamed appendix. It is unusual and rare ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Appendicular_abscess_overview | |
32d7086aa1793cac2fc987595bd0d724c5ef074c | wikidoc | Are Chiropractors Physicians? | Are Chiropractors Physicians?
Physician is a term which generally means a doctor trained to diagnose and treat human diseases and not anatomically limited. Thus by this definition a Medical doctor, Osteopath (in the US) and a Chiropractor are all physicians. However, effective July 1, 2009, the Joint Commission which ... | Are Chiropractors Physicians?
Physician is a term which generally means a doctor trained to diagnose and treat human diseases and not anatomically limited. Thus by this definition a Medical doctor, Osteopath (in the US) and a Chiropractor are all physicians. However, effective July 1, 2009, the Joint Commission which... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Are_Chiropractors_Physicians%3F | |
c7ab90d7935cc1b87ff5486ef08c5397be9d4222 | wikidoc | Arteries of the head and neck | Arteries of the head and neck
# Overview
Most arteries in the anterior cervical triangle arise from the common carotid artery or one of the branches of the external carotid artery.
# The Common Carotid Arteries
- The right common carotid artery begins at the bifurcation of the brachiocephalic trunk, posterior to the ... | Arteries of the head and neck
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Most arteries in the anterior cervical triangle arise from the common carotid artery or one of the branches of the external carotid artery.
# The Common Carotid Arteries
- The right common carotid artery begins at the bifurca... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Arteries_of_the_head_and_neck | |
53db6c5686c30b41848e7ad3246d230483a0ef40 | wikidoc | Artificial urethral sphincter | Artificial urethral sphincter
# Overview
Artificial urinary sphincters replace the function of the natural urinary sphincter in patients with sphincter damage or neurologic disease. Most commonly used to treat patients with urinary incontinence following surgery for prostate cancer. They are sometimes used in combinat... | Artificial urethral sphincter
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Artificial urinary sphincters replace the function of the natural urinary sphincter in patients with sphincter damage or neurologic disease. Most commonly used to treat patients with urinary incontinence following surgery for ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Artificial_urethral_sphincter | |
d9e9d24ad27248c949e008135fc3c75f8369b10c | wikidoc | Aseptic meningitis prevention | Aseptic meningitis prevention
# Primary Prevention
People with certain viral infections can sometimes develop meningitis. There are no vaccines for the most common causes of viral meningitis. Thus, the best way to prevent it is to prevent viral infections. However, that can be difficult since sometimes people can be i... | Aseptic meningitis prevention
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]
# Primary Prevention
People with certain viral infections can sometimes develop meningitis. There are no vaccines for the most common causes of vir... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Aseptic_meningitis_prevention | |
2cc0100211b497a1ffd2d9ede94bf3714848ab0f | wikidoc | Aspiration pneumonia | Aspiration pneumonia overview
# Overview
Aspiration pneumonia is a common pneumonia among patients with risk factors such as neurologic diseases, dysphagia, swallowing dysfunction, altered mental status, COPD, and hospitalization. Microaspiration and macroaspiration of different materials are the primary cause of aspi... | Aspiration pneumonia overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sadaf Sharfaei M.D.[2], Sunny Kumar MD [3]
# Overview
Aspiration pneumonia is a common pneumonia among patients with risk factors such as neurologic diseases, dysphagia, swallowing dysfunction, altered men... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Aspiration_pneumonia_overview | |
bfc7024b3f3dc98125a01e5aaa07c806d3d88976 | wikidoc | Assertive community treatment | Assertive community treatment
Assertive community treatment, or ACT, is a form of total in-community care for people with serious, long-term mental illness.
# Definition
The defining characteristics of ACT include:
- a clear focus on those participants (clients) who require the most help from the care delivery system;... | Assertive community treatment
Assertive community treatment, or ACT, is a form of total in-community care for people with serious, long-term mental illness.[1][2]
# Definition
The defining characteristics of ACT include:
- a clear focus on those participants (clients) who require the most help from the care delivery ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Assertive_Community_Treatment | |
e83f9228261e222aa73ee6033a1bb397d31e3e52 | wikidoc | Atrial septal defect | Atrial septal defect overview
# Overview
Atrial septal defects refer to a group of congenital heart diseases that involve the inter-atrial septum. The inter-atrial septum is the tissue that separates the right and left atria from each other. This tissue prevents arterial and venous blood from mixing with each other. ... | Atrial septal defect overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Priyamvada Singh, M.B.B.S. [2]; Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [3] Assistant Editor(s)-In-Chief: Kristin Feeney, B.S. [4]
# Overview
Atrial septal defects refer to a group of congenital heart diseases that invol... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Atrial_septal_defect_overview | |
124f6200b285150d5d4d9d7789ddda4b19982cd6 | wikidoc | Australian Medicines Handbook | Australian Medicines Handbook
# Overview
The Australian Medicines Handbook or AMH is a medical reference text commonly used in practice by health professionals (particularly general practitioners and pharmacists) in Australia. It is a highly-regarded source of concise, independent drug information to aid in the practi... | Australian Medicines Handbook
# Overview
The Australian Medicines Handbook or AMH is a medical reference text commonly used in practice by health professionals (particularly general practitioners and pharmacists) in Australia. It is a highly-regarded source of concise, independent drug information to aid in the practi... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Australian_Medicines_Handbook | |
4220d6bbe74c6cd7173b163b08fb7e2b469aa665 | wikidoc | Autoimmune hepatitis | Autoimmune hepatitis overview
# Overview
Autoimmune hepatitis (AH) was first described in the 1950s and has had a variety of names including chronic active hepatitis, lupoid hepatitis, plasma cell hepatitis and autoimmune chronic active hepatitis. It is characterized by circulating autoantibodies and a high serum glo... | Autoimmune hepatitis overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Manpreet Kaur, MD [2]
# Overview
Autoimmune hepatitis (AH) was first described in the 1950s and has had a variety of names including chronic active hepatitis, lupoid hepatitis, plasma cell hepatitis and au... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Autoimmune_hepatitis_overview | |
e262021a2eab67c998e66bda853ffbca0add84b5 | wikidoc | Autophagy-related protein 101 | Autophagy-related protein 101
Autophagy-related protein 101 also known as ATG101 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the C12orf44 gene (chromosome 12 open reading frame 44).
Autophagy is the process of forming a vacuole around proteins and nucleic acids that are to be broken down in lysosomes. The transcribed m... | Autophagy-related protein 101
Autophagy-related protein 101 also known as ATG101 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the C12orf44 gene (chromosome 12 open reading frame 44).[1]
Autophagy is the process of forming a vacuole around proteins and nucleic acids that are to be broken down in lysosomes. The transcrib... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Autophagy-related_protein_101 | |
2402f7f6e6237c322018235054f18cb19fec92d7 | wikidoc | Azithromycin clinical studies | Azithromycin clinical studies
# Clinical Studies
## Community-Acquired Pneumonia
In a controlled study of community-acquired pneumonia performed in the U.S., azithromycin (500 mg as a single daily dose by the intravenous route for 2–5 days, followed by 500 mg/day by the oral route to complete 7–10 days therapy) was c... | Azithromycin clinical studies
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Clinical Studies
## Community-Acquired Pneumonia
In a controlled study of community-acquired pneumonia performed in the U.S., azithromycin (500 mg as a single daily dose by the intravenous route for 2–5 days, followed by 500 mg/day by... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Azithromycin_clinical_studies | |
e50eac1286eeb3e2a250ed2769c453fd9bb3963d | wikidoc | Lymphoproliferative disorders | Lymphoproliferative disorders
Synonyms and keywords: B cell proliferation, T cell proliferation, LPD, lymphoproliferation, lymphoproliferative neoplasm
# Overview
Lymphoproliferative disorders refer to several conditions of lymphatic diseases in which lymphocytes are produced in excessive quantities. They typically oc... | Lymphoproliferative disorders
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1],
Synonyms and keywords: B cell proliferation, T cell proliferation, LPD, lymphoproliferation, lymphoproliferative neoplasm
# Overview
Lymphoproliferative disorders refer to several conditions of lymphatic diseases in which lymphocytes ar... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/B-cell_lymphoproliferative_disease | |
c4e3cd34a9d59961c6a8d0461f7b3fd4893755ac | wikidoc | Bone morphogenetic protein 10 | Bone morphogenetic protein 10
Bone morphogenetic protein 10 (BMP10) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the BMP10 gene.
BMP10 is a polypeptide belonging to the TGF-β superfamily of proteins. It is a novel protein that, unlike most other BMP's, is likely to be involved in the trabeculation of the heart. Bone morph... | Bone morphogenetic protein 10
Bone morphogenetic protein 10 (BMP10) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the BMP10 gene.[1][2]
BMP10 is a polypeptide belonging to the TGF-β superfamily of proteins.[2] It is a novel protein that, unlike most other BMP's, is likely to be involved in the trabeculation of the heart. ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/BMP10 | |
a20ddcef5daaa8d7e7f93518301385b66bff2fc5 | wikidoc | Bone morphogenetic protein 15 | Bone morphogenetic protein 15
Bone morphogenetic protein 15 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the BMP15 gene. It's mainly involved in folliculogenesis.
# Structure and expression
The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the TGF-β superfamily. It is a paracrine signaling molecule involved in oocyte and f... | Bone morphogenetic protein 15
Bone morphogenetic protein 15 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the BMP15 gene.[1][2] It's mainly involved in folliculogenesis.[3]
# Structure and expression
The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the TGF-β superfamily. It is a paracrine signaling molecule involved in oo... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/BMP15 | |
a79efaa07be43f2e739525903a67154f7f201b6f | wikidoc | Balanitis xerotica obliterans | Balanitis xerotica obliterans
Synonyms and keywords:BXO, Penile lichen sclerosus
# Overview
Balanitis xerotica obliterans (BXO) is a dermatological (skin) condition affecting the male genitalia. It was first described by Stuhmer in year 1928. The exact pathophysiology of balanitis xerotica obliterans is unknown. Balan... | Balanitis xerotica obliterans
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Vishal Devarkonda, M.B.B.S[2]
Synonyms and keywords:BXO, Penile lichen sclerosus
# Overview
Balanitis xerotica obliterans (BXO) is a dermatological (skin) condition affecting the male genitalia. It was first ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/BXO | |
e81ad102c67716f7da779d9549b2750fab973c6f | wikidoc | Lower gastrointestinal series | Lower gastrointestinal series
# Overview
A lower gastrointestinal series, also called a barium enema, is a medical procedure used to examine and diagnose problems with the human colon (large intestine). X-ray pictures are taken while barium sulfate fills the colon via the rectum.
# Procedure
This test may be done in ... | Lower gastrointestinal series
# Overview
A lower gastrointestinal series, also called a barium enema, is a medical procedure used to examine and diagnose problems with the human colon (large intestine). X-ray pictures are taken while barium sulfate fills the colon via the rectum.
# Procedure
This test may be done in ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Barium_enema | |
4646f7b1c684c77e4ebd27d76f9ec211333c53df | wikidoc | Barton-McCombie deoxygenation | Barton-McCombie deoxygenation
The Barton-McCombie deoxygenation is an organic reaction in which an hydroxy functional group in an organic compound is replaced by a proton to an alkane . It is named for the British chemists Sir Derek Harold Richard Barton (1918–1998) and Stuart W. McCombie.
This deoxygenation reaction i... | Barton-McCombie deoxygenation
The Barton-McCombie deoxygenation is an organic reaction in which an hydroxy functional group in an organic compound is replaced by a proton to an alkane [1][2]. It is named for the British chemists Sir Derek Harold Richard Barton (1918–1998) and Stuart W. McCombie.
This deoxygenation rea... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Barton-McCombie_deoxygenation | |
13acd00a214c7a982f6b748095e05808c4442423 | wikidoc | Basal cell carcinoma | Basal cell carcinoma overview
# Overview
Basal cell carcinoma is one of the most common skin cancers. It is commonly known as rodent ulcer. In 1827, Jacob Arthur, reported the "rodent ulcer". In 1900, Edmund Krompecher, identified the histological features as an epithelial carcinoma. The annual incidence of basal cell... | Basal cell carcinoma overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Maneesha Nandimandalam, M.B.B.S.[2] Saarah T. Alkhairy, M.D.,
# Overview
Basal cell carcinoma is one of the most common skin cancers. It is commonly known as rodent ulcer. In 1827, Jacob Arthur, reported th... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Basal_cell_carcinoma_overview | |
83d556553dad36d7357eab535a3a45b6944fa83e | wikidoc | Bedaquiline adverse reactions | Bedaquiline adverse reactions
# Adverse Reactions
The most frequent adverse drug reactions (> 10.0% of patients) during treatment with SIRTURO in the controlled trials were nausea, arthralgia, and headache. Additional adverse events reported in ≥10% of patients treated with SIRTURO and with a higher frequency than the... | Bedaquiline adverse reactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Adverse Reactions
The most frequent adverse drug reactions (> 10.0% of patients) during treatment with SIRTURO in the controlled trials were nausea, arthralgia, and headache. Additional adverse events reported in ≥10% of patients treat... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Bedaquiline_adverse_reactions | |
3138452c951fea9537d0be885cfa3f3d19518aa8 | wikidoc | Belousov-Zhabotinsky reaction | Belousov-Zhabotinsky reaction
# Overview
A Belousov-Zhabotinsky reaction, or BZ reaction, is one of a class of reactions that serve as a classical example of non-equilibrium thermodynamics, resulting in the establishment of a nonlinear chemical oscillator. The only common element in these oscillating systems are the i... | Belousov-Zhabotinsky reaction
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [2]
# Overview
A Belousov-Zhabotinsky reaction, or BZ reaction, is one of a class of reactions that serve as a classical example of non-equilibrium thermodynamics, resulting in the establishment of a nonlinear chemical oscillator. The only c... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Belousov-Zhabotinsky_reaction | |
1e90eb4589b0ad5718f0ecdc3c49a540d57f8042 | wikidoc | Benign fasciculation syndrome | Benign fasciculation syndrome
Benign fasciculation syndrome (BFS) is a neurological disorder characterized by fasciculation (twitching) of various voluntary muscles in the body. The twitching can occur in any voluntary muscle group but is most common in the eyelids, arms, legs, and feet. Even the tongue may be affect... | Benign fasciculation syndrome
Benign fasciculation syndrome (BFS) is a neurological disorder characterized by fasciculation (twitching) of various voluntary muscles in the body. The twitching can occur in any voluntary muscle group but is most common in the eyelids, arms, legs, and feet. Even the tongue may be affec... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Benign_fasciculation_syndrome | |
0097bb4093a3771afec39750b358df16e00513b1 | wikidoc | Benign paroxysmal torticollis | Benign paroxysmal torticollis
# Overview
Benign paroxysmal torticollis (BPT) is a rare medical disorder affecting infants.
# Symptoms and Characteristics
The defining characteristic of BPT is a tilting of an infant’s head in recurrent episodes, for varying periods of time. Furthermore, the child’s trunk may bend in t... | Benign paroxysmal torticollis
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Benign paroxysmal torticollis (BPT) is a rare medical disorder affecting infants.[1]
# Symptoms and Characteristics
The defining characteristic of BPT is a tilting of an infant’s head in recurrent episodes, for varying period... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Benign_paroxysmal_torticollis | |
3f5d22855f346fe47eb4cf53cc87bdbe9f0b56bb | wikidoc | Vitelliform macular dystrophy | Vitelliform macular dystrophy
# Overview
Vitelliform macular dystrophy or vitelliform dystrophy is a genetic eye disorder that can cause progressive vision loss. This disorder affects the retina, specifically cells in a small area near the center of the retina called the macula. The macula is responsible for sharp cen... | Vitelliform macular dystrophy
# Overview
Vitelliform macular dystrophy or vitelliform dystrophy is a genetic eye disorder that can cause progressive vision loss. This disorder affects the retina, specifically cells in a small area near the center of the retina called the macula. The macula is responsible for sharp cen... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Best%27s_disease | |
4d48f8467be44281c22308b1f485ee69cd2716b6 | wikidoc | Seyferth-Gilbert homologation | Seyferth-Gilbert homologation
The Seyferth-Gilbert homologation is a the chemical reaction of an aryl ketone 1 (or aldehyde) with dimethyl (diazomethyl)phosphonate 2 and potassium tert-butoxide to give substituted alkynes 3. Dimethyl (diazomethyl)phosphonate 2 is often called the Seyferth-Gilbert reagent.
This reaction... | Seyferth-Gilbert homologation
The Seyferth-Gilbert homologation is a the chemical reaction of an aryl ketone 1 (or aldehyde) with dimethyl (diazomethyl)phosphonate 2 and potassium tert-butoxide to give substituted alkynes 3.[1][2] Dimethyl (diazomethyl)phosphonate 2 is often called the Seyferth-Gilbert reagent.[3]
Thi... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Bestmann%27s_reagent | |
f7134391ad136e7f2fcc3e1e529609d95ef3f312 | wikidoc | Bill Goldberg (social worker) | Bill Goldberg (social worker)
Bill Goldberg, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. is a social worker and researcher of cults. He has a private practice and counsels families of cult members. Goldberg also works for the Rockland County, New York Department of Mental Health - he directs three out-patient programs.
Goldberg has been invite... | Bill Goldberg (social worker)
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Bill Goldberg, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. is a social worker and researcher of cults. He has a private practice and counsels families of cult members. Goldberg also works for the Rockland County, New York Department of Mental Health - he directs th... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Bill_Goldberg_(social_worker) | |
973e657028311530e0acb94a8c3dda4ecc5ca185 | wikidoc | Bladder sphincter dyssynergia | Bladder sphincter dyssynergia
Steven C. Campbell, M.D., Ph.D.
# Overview
Bladder sphincter dyssynergia or more technically detrusor sphincter dysynergia (DSD) is a consequence of a neurological condition such as spinal injury or multiple sclerosis (MS) where the contraction of the bladder musculature is not coordinate... | Bladder sphincter dyssynergia
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Steven C. Campbell, M.D., Ph.D.
# Overview
Bladder sphincter dyssynergia or more technically detrusor sphincter dysynergia (DSD) is a consequence of a neurological condition such as spinal injury or multiple sclerosis (MS) where the contraction of the bladder musc... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Bladder_sphincter_dyssynergia | |
49ba6ff2a39340724a5d0386c0c253adff524b19 | wikidoc | Blue-ringed octopus poisoning | Blue-ringed octopus poisoning
# Overview
The blue-ringed octopuses (genus Hapalochlaena) are three (or perhaps four) octopus species that live in tide pools and coral reefs in the Pacific and Indian Oceans, from Japan to Australia. Their primary habitat is around southern New South Wales, South Australia, and northern... | Blue-ringed octopus poisoning
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Jyostna Chouturi, M.B.B.S [2]
# Overview
The blue-ringed octopuses (genus Hapalochlaena) are three (or perhaps four) octopus species that live in tide pools and coral reefs in the Pacific and Indian Oceans,... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Blue-ringed_octopus_poisoning | |
8a190f40001f6bd234c4a8bd9084c9de8ab5ba08 | wikidoc | Bone morphogenetic protein 8B | Bone morphogenetic protein 8B
Bone morphogenetic protein 8B is a protein that in humans is encoded by the BMP8B gene.
The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the TGF-β superfamily. It has close sequence homology to BMP7 and BMP5 and is believed to play a role in bone and cartilage development. It has been shown... | Bone morphogenetic protein 8B
Bone morphogenetic protein 8B is a protein that in humans is encoded by the BMP8B gene.[1][2][3]
The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the TGF-β superfamily. It has close sequence homology to BMP7 and BMP5 and is believed to play a role in bone and cartilage development. It has ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Bone_morphogenetic_protein_8B | |
479fd9df3a2ea93b1807acb353d4d1599098ddc7 | wikidoc | Bowlegs (patient information) | Bowlegs (patient information)
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# Overview
Bowlegs is a condition in which the knees stay wide apart when a person stands with the feet and ankles together. In children under 18 months, it is considered normal.
# What are the symptoms of Bowlegs?
- Knees do not touch when... | Bowlegs (patient information)
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Bowlegs is a condition in which the knees stay wide apart when a person stands with the feet and ankles together. In children under 18 months, it is considered normal.
# What ar... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Bowlegs_(patient_information) | |
86a3450ebeb23cd441de4501e3a2d23a2edc91db | wikidoc | Sabinas brittle hair syndrome | Sabinas brittle hair syndrome
# Overview
Sabinas brittle hair syndrome, also called Sabinas syndrome or brittle hair-mental deficit syndrome, is a hereditary disease affecting the integumentary system.
# Diagnosis
Symptoms include brittle hair, mild mental retardation and nail dysplasia. The syndrome was first observ... | Sabinas brittle hair syndrome
# Overview
Sabinas brittle hair syndrome, also called Sabinas syndrome or brittle hair-mental deficit syndrome, is a hereditary disease[1] affecting the integumentary system.
# Diagnosis
Symptoms include brittle hair, mild mental retardation and nail dysplasia. The syndrome was first obs... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Brittle_hair-mental_deficit_syndrome | |
f856d2ee23b3e4d1280b0e4a19331a2461a1d08d | wikidoc | Bronchial hyperresponsiveness | Bronchial hyperresponsiveness
# Overview
Bronchial hyperresponsiveness (or other combinations with airway or hyperreactivity) is a state characterised by easily triggered bronchospasm (contraction of the bronchioles or small airways).
# Bronchial Hyperresponsiveness
- Bronchial hyperresponsiveness can be assessed wit... | Bronchial hyperresponsiveness
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Bronchial hyperresponsiveness (or other combinations with airway or hyperreactivity) is a state characterised by easily triggered bronchospasm (contraction of the bronchioles or small airways).
# Bronchial Hyperresponsiveness... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Bronchial_hyperresponsiveness | |
2b0b7daa0ef73e1e1487b100954e77c52e8b7918 | wikidoc | Bronchocentric granulomatosis | Bronchocentric granulomatosis
# Overview
Bronchocentric granulomatosis is not a disease per se but a histopathological finding of the bronchi and bronchioles that is believed to be a nonspecific response to airway injury. It is commonly seen in association with asthma and allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis, but c... | Bronchocentric granulomatosis
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Nikhila Palle, M.B.B.S
# Overview
Bronchocentric granulomatosis is not a disease per se but a histopathological finding of the bronchi and bronchioles that is believed to be a nonspecific response to airway... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Bronchocentric_Granulomatosis | |
472defc0a1e65e7b4ebee5b8af6f2fdf8d6d1706 | wikidoc | Bruxism (patient information) | Bruxism (patient information)
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# Overview
Bruxism is when you clench (tightly hold your top and bottom teeth together) or grind (slide your teeth back and forth over each other) your teeth.
# What are the symptoms of Bruxism?
- Clenching the teeth puts pressure on the mu... | Bruxism (patient information)
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Editor-in-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S.,M.D. [1] Phone:617-632-7753; Associate Editor-In-Chief: Lakshmi Gopalakrishnan, M.B.B.S.
# Overview
Bruxism is when you clench (tightly hold your top and bottom teeth together) or grind (slide your t... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Bruxism_(patient_information) | |
dcb4435d6eddf2bba42deff4c2909cf02684d125 | wikidoc | Budd-Chiari syndrome | Budd-Chiari syndrome overview
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# Overview
The Budd-Chiari syndrome is caused by occlusion of the hepatic vein or inferior vena cava. It presents with the classical triad of abdominal pain, ascites, and hepatomegaly. Examples o... | Budd-Chiari syndrome overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Mazia Fatima, MBBS [2]
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# Overview
The Budd-Chiari syndrome is caused by occlusion of the hepatic vein or inferi... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Budd-Chiari_syndrome_overview | |
6cc51d63428e55f2119d078d3fcef08dd04dfa08 | wikidoc | C-C chemokine receptor type 6 | C-C chemokine receptor type 6
Chemokine receptor 6 also known as CCR6 is a CC chemokine receptor protein which in humans is encoded by the CCR6 gene. CCR6 has also recently been designated CD196 (cluster of differentiation 196).
# Function
This protein belongs to family A of G protein-coupled receptor superfamily. T... | C-C chemokine receptor type 6
Chemokine receptor 6 also known as CCR6 is a CC chemokine receptor protein which in humans is encoded by the CCR6 gene.[1] CCR6 has also recently been designated CD196 (cluster of differentiation 196).
# Function
This protein belongs to family A of G protein-coupled receptor superfamil... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/C-C_chemokine_receptor_type_6 | |
ca4962f9fc22cb5d8a1d4022880323260fccd4cf | wikidoc | C-C chemokine receptor type 7 | C-C chemokine receptor type 7
C-C chemokine receptor type 7 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the CCR7 gene. Two ligands have been identified for this receptor: the chemokines (C-C motif) ligand 19 (CCL19/ELC) and (C-C motif) ligand 21 (CCL21).
CCR7 has also recently been designated CD197 (cluster of differenti... | C-C chemokine receptor type 7
C-C chemokine receptor type 7 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the CCR7 gene.[1] Two ligands have been identified for this receptor: the chemokines (C-C motif) ligand 19 (CCL19/ELC) and (C-C motif) ligand 21 (CCL21).[2]
CCR7 has also recently been designated CD197 (cluster of dif... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/C-C_chemokine_receptor_type_7 | |
550b4d91b73971895b97ffb81d0b973f6ebe91f7 | wikidoc | C-EBP box gene transcriptions | C-EBP box gene transcriptions
"ATF4 regulates transcription of its target genes through the formation of homodimers or heterooligomers with the transcription factors Jun, AP-1 and C/EBP38,39 that bind to CARE (C/EBP-ATF) responsive elements having the consensus sequence XTTXCATCA (where X = G, A or T).39 In the region ... | C-EBP box gene transcriptions
Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Henry A. Hoff
"ATF4 regulates transcription of its target genes through the formation of homodimers or heterooligomers with the transcription factors Jun, AP-1 and C/EBP38,39 that bind to CARE (C/EBP-ATF) responsive elements having the consensus sequence XTT... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/C-EBP_box_gene_transcriptions | |
0baacf51386991e7291b787b4ec938f3280eb98d | wikidoc | Neural cell adhesion molecule | Neural cell adhesion molecule
Neural cell adhesion molecule (NCAM), also called CD56, is a homophilic binding glycoprotein expressed on the surface of neurons, glia and skeletal muscle. Although CD56 is often considered a marker of neural lineage commitment due to its discovery site, CD56 expression is also found in, a... | Neural cell adhesion molecule
Neural cell adhesion molecule (NCAM), also called CD56, is a homophilic binding glycoprotein expressed on the surface of neurons, glia and skeletal muscle. Although CD56 is often considered a marker of neural lineage commitment due to its discovery site, CD56 expression is also found in, ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/CD56 | |
24b9e9ecc85df1c4afa107bfe6b51b850f79a0fb | wikidoc | California encephalitis virus | California encephalitis virus
Synonyms and keywords: CEV; CVE; California virus encephalitis; CE virus
# Overview
California encephalitis virus is a mild infection of the central nervous system. California encephalitis virus belongs to the Group V negative-sense ssRNA virus within the Bunyaviridae family of viruses. I... | California encephalitis virus
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Anthony Gallo, B.S. [2]
Synonyms and keywords: CEV; CVE; California virus encephalitis; CE virus
# Overview
California encephalitis virus is a mild infection of the central nervous system. California enceph... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/CEV | |
94ed22f498055cf9a15a17b6365069ef5bc2e217 | wikidoc | Cardiofaciocutaneous syndrome | Cardiofaciocutaneous syndrome
Synonyms and Related Keywords: Cardio-facio-cutaneous syndrome, CFC syndrome
# Overview
Cardiofaciocutaneous syndrome is a disorder that affects many parts of the body, particularly the heart (cardio-), facial features (facio-), and the skin and hair (cutaneous). People with this conditio... | Cardiofaciocutaneous syndrome
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Synonyms and Related Keywords: Cardio-facio-cutaneous syndrome, CFC syndrome
# Overview
Cardiofaciocutaneous syndrome is a disorder that affects many parts of the body, particularly the heart (cardio-), facial features (facio-), and the ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/CFC | |
7491abf283ea35daafc3de1b1310c847197676f1 | wikidoc | Chronic granulomatous disease | Chronic granulomatous disease
Chronic granulomatous disease (CGD) is a diverse group of hereditary diseases in which certain cells of the immune system have difficulty forming the reactive oxygen compounds (most importantly, the superoxide radical) used to kill certain ingested pathogens. This leads to the formation of... | Chronic granulomatous disease
Chronic granulomatous disease (CGD) is a diverse group of hereditary diseases in which certain cells of the immune system have difficulty forming the reactive oxygen compounds (most importantly, the superoxide radical) used to kill certain ingested pathogens. This leads to the formation o... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/CGD | |
1057cab807c1258dec0083322d97ae8a89e7d8aa | wikidoc | Trinucleotide repeat disorder | Trinucleotide repeat disorder
Trinucleotide repeat disorders (also known as trinucleotide repeat expansion disorders, triplet repeat expansion disorders or codon reiteration disorders) are a set of genetic disorders caused by trinucleotide repeats in certain genes exceeding the normal, stable, threshold, which differs ... | Trinucleotide repeat disorder
Trinucleotide repeat disorders (also known as trinucleotide repeat expansion disorders, triplet repeat expansion disorders or codon reiteration disorders) are a set of genetic disorders caused by trinucleotide repeats in certain genes exceeding the normal, stable, threshold, which differs... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/CGG_trinucleotide_repeat | |
ef2dd3d3f520dd20b5a5970299f7696722c4f7c9 | wikidoc | cGMP-dependent protein kinase | cGMP-dependent protein kinase
cGMP-dependent protein kinase or Protein Kinase G (PKG) is a serine/threonine-specific protein kinase that is activated by cGMP. It phosphorylates a number of biologically important targets and is implicated in the regulation of smooth muscle relaxation, platelet function, sperm metabolism... | cGMP-dependent protein kinase
cGMP-dependent protein kinase or Protein Kinase G (PKG) is a serine/threonine-specific protein kinase that is activated by cGMP. It phosphorylates a number of biologically important targets and is implicated in the regulation of smooth muscle relaxation, platelet function, sperm metabolis... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/CGMP-dependent_protein_kinase | |
a781ab751cfac2446cdaae4f68cf7ca6e7147f96 | wikidoc | Congenital muscular dystrophy | Congenital muscular dystrophy
Congenital muscular dystrophy (CMD) is the term used to describe muscular dystrophy that is present at birth. CMD describes a number of autosomal recessive diseases of muscle weakness and possible joint deformities, present at birth and slowly progressing. Life expectancies for affected in... | Congenital muscular dystrophy
Congenital muscular dystrophy (CMD) is the term used to describe muscular dystrophy that is present at birth. CMD describes a number of autosomal recessive diseases of muscle weakness and possible joint deformities, present at birth and slowly progressing. Life expectancies for affected i... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/CMD | |
24976ddf979be7839aa94bc46d247ba790af1d04 | wikidoc | Catechol-O-methyl transferase | Catechol-O-methyl transferase
Catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT; EC 2.1.1.6) is one of several enzymes that degrade catecholamines (such as dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine), catecholestrogens, and various drugs and substances having a catechol structure. In humans, catechol-O-methyltransferase protein is enc... | Catechol-O-methyl transferase
Catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT; EC 2.1.1.6) is one of several enzymes that degrade catecholamines (such as dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine), catecholestrogens, and various drugs and substances having a catechol structure.[3] In humans, catechol-O-methyltransferase protein is... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/COMT | |
b2bbc89f217484611c7e868fd986d461a3a1f743 | wikidoc | Cardiopulmonary resuscitation | Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Synonyms and Keywords: Cardiac resuscitation; Cardiac massage; Heart massage resuscitation
# Overview
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency medical procedure Which can be crucial to save lives. CPR is used for victims of cardiac and respiratory arrest. CPR can be performed... | Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor-In-Chief: Amir Behzad Bagheri, M.D. Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]
Synonyms and Keywords: Cardiac resuscitation; Cardiac massage; Heart massage resuscitation
# Overview
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an emerg... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/CPR | |
98937b38fbe7259b86eed29a2b703d456fd46d2f | wikidoc | Cannabis flower essential oil | Cannabis flower essential oil
Cannabis flower essential oil, also known as hemp essential oil, is obtained by steam distillation from the flowers and upper leaves of the Cannabis plant. It should not be confused with Hemp oil which is a vegetable oil that is expeller pressed from the seeds of low-THC varieties of hemp ... | Cannabis flower essential oil
Cannabis flower essential oil, also known as hemp essential oil, is obtained by steam distillation from the flowers and upper leaves of the Cannabis plant. It should not be confused with Hemp oil which is a vegetable oil that is expeller pressed from the seeds of low-THC varieties of hemp... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cannabis_flower_essential_oil | |
c77eceee87bb08d0f9cb186a71ffe327334f2f4d | wikidoc | Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors | Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors are a class of pharmaceuticals that suppress the activity of carbonic anhydrase.
# Types
Acetazolamide is an inhibitor of carbonic anhydrase. It is used for glaucoma, epilepsy (rarely), benign intracranial hypertension, and altitude sickness. It can act as a... | Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors are a class of pharmaceuticals that suppress the activity of carbonic anhydrase.
# Types
Acetazolamide is an inhibitor of carbonic anhydrase. It is used for glaucoma, epilepsy (rarely), benign intracranial hypertension, and altitude sickness. It can act as ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Carbonic_anhydrase_inhibitors | |
47081d7d92543bbdaf0e5ad850f900029b9a2305 | wikidoc | Carnitine O-acetyltransferase | Carnitine O-acetyltransferase
Carnitine O-acetyltransferase also called carnitine acetyltransferase (CRAT, or CAT) (EC 2.3.1.7) is an enzyme that encoded by the CRAT gene that catalyzes the chemical reaction
where the acetyl group displaces the hydrogen atom in the central hydroxyl group of carnitine.
Thus, the two su... | Carnitine O-acetyltransferase
Carnitine O-acetyltransferase also called carnitine acetyltransferase (CRAT, or CAT)[1] (EC 2.3.1.7) is an enzyme that encoded by the CRAT gene that catalyzes the chemical reaction
where the acetyl group displaces the hydrogen atom in the central hydroxyl group of carnitine.[2]
Thus, the... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Carnitine_O-acetyltransferase | |
fd89f4db1e4e555cd6b51de73bae4a778022ce6f | wikidoc | Caspofungin drug interactions | Caspofungin drug interactions
# Drug Interactions
Studies in vitro show that caspofungin acetate is not an inhibitor of any enzyme in the cytochrome P450 (CYP) system. In clinical studies, caspofungin did not induce the CYP3A4 metabolism of other drugs. Caspofungin is not a substrate for P-glycoprotein and is a poor s... | Caspofungin drug interactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmed Zaghw, M.D. [2]
# Drug Interactions
Studies in vitro show that caspofungin acetate is not an inhibitor of any enzyme in the cytochrome P450 (CYP) system. In clinical studies, caspofungin did not indu... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Caspofungin_drug_interactions | |
ffe979f0dc6632adaf412de9931cb1891448874a | wikidoc | Cefamandole adverse reactions | Cefamandole adverse reactions
# Adverse Reactions
### Gastrointestinal
Symptoms of pseudomembranous colitis may appear either during or after antibiotic treatment. Nausea and vomiting have been reported rarely. As with some penicillins and some other cephalosporins, transient hepatitis and cholestatic jaundice have b... | Cefamandole adverse reactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Adverse Reactions
### Gastrointestinal
Symptoms of pseudomembranous colitis may appear either during or after antibiotic treatment. Nausea and vomiting have been reported rarely. As with some penicillins and some other cephalosporins,... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cefamandole_adverse_reactions | |
ad04d4e6032652351461f37e65e3fe2a199ec83f | wikidoc | Cefazolin sodium how supplied | Cefazolin sodium how supplied
# How Supplied
Cefazolin for Injection, USP, is available in the following SmartPak® Pharmacy Bulk Packages bags:
100 grams- One Pharmacy Bulk Package bag Product No. 1100 NDC 66288-1100-1
300 grams One Pharmacy Bulk Package bag Product No. 1300 NDC 66288-1300-1
- Each 100 gram Pharmacy B... | Cefazolin sodium how supplied
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# How Supplied
Cefazolin for Injection, USP, is available in the following SmartPak® Pharmacy Bulk Packages bags:
100 grams* One Pharmacy Bulk Package bag Product No. 1100 NDC 66288-110... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cefazolin_sodium_how_supplied | |
9081bc3101c950502f710d505a91195fbc92c498 | wikidoc | Cefazolin sodium microbiology | Cefazolin sodium microbiology
# Microbiology
## Mechanism of Action
Cefazolin is a bactericidal agent that acts by inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis.
## Mechanism of Resistance
Predominant mechanisms of bacterial resistance to cephalosporins include the presence of extended-spectrum beta-lactamases and enz... | Cefazolin sodium microbiology
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
# Microbiology
## Mechanism of Action
Cefazolin is a bactericidal agent that acts by inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis.
## Mechanism of Resistance
Predominant mechanisms of ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cefazolin_sodium_microbiology | |
5f1976e808d2e2618f1ab6ecc5007ba9a860c9ab | wikidoc | Cefotetan labels and packages | Cefotetan labels and packages
Galaxy® is a registered trademark of Baxter Healthcare Corporation.
†ADD-Vantage is a registered trademark of Abbott Laboratories Inc.
‡Clinitest® is a registered trademark of Ames Division, Miles Laboratories, Inc.
All other trademarks are the property of the AstraZeneca group of companie... | Cefotetan labels and packages
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abdurahman Khalil, M.D. [2]
Galaxy® is a registered trademark of Baxter Healthcare Corporation.
†ADD-Vantage is a registered trademark of Abbott Laboratories Inc.
‡Clinitest® is a registered trademark of Ames... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cefotetan_labels_and_packages | |
94eca26c1d090f51aa5158307e0c16b569273a9f | wikidoc | Cefoxitin labels and packages | Cefoxitin labels and packages
DUPLEX is a registered trademark of B. Braun Medical Inc.
ATCC is a registered trademark of American Type Culture Collection.
Clinitest is a registered trademark of Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.
B. Braun Medical Inc.
Irvine, CA 92614-5895 USA
www.bbraun.com
Made in USA
Y36-002-814
... | Cefoxitin labels and packages
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abdurahman Khalil, M.D. [2]
DUPLEX is a registered trademark of B. Braun Medical Inc.
ATCC is a registered trademark of American Type Culture Collection.
Clinitest is a registered trademark of Siemens Healthc... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cefoxitin_labels_and_packages | |
778a30fbe3aa4ef36505a763ec33e2fb6e8e467e | wikidoc | Cefpodoxime adverse reactions | Cefpodoxime adverse reactions
# Clinical Trials
Film-coated Tablets (Multiple dose)
In clinical trials using multiple doses of cefpodoxime proxetil film-coated tablets, 4696 patients were treated with the recommended dosages of cefpodoxime (100 to 400 mg Q 12 hours). There were no deaths or permanent disabilities thou... | Cefpodoxime adverse reactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abdurahman Khalil, M.D. [2]
## Clinical Trials
Film-coated Tablets (Multiple dose)
In clinical trials using multiple doses of cefpodoxime proxetil film-coated tablets, 4696 patients were treated with the rec... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cefpodoxime_adverse_reactions | |
ebc11e04512f7a998d4c6eeff4c7a6a81fd4a54f | wikidoc | Ceftaroline adverse reactions | Ceftaroline adverse reactions
The following serious events are described in greater detail in the Warnings and Precautions section
Hypersensitivity reactions
Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
Direct Coombs' test seroconversion
# Adverse Reactions from Clinical Trials
Because clinical trials are conducted under... | Ceftaroline adverse reactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abdurahman Khalil, M.D. [2]
The following serious events are described in greater detail in the Warnings and Precautions section
Hypersensitivity reactions
Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
Direct Coo... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Ceftaroline_adverse_reactions | |
7498618bfd27e2583ee527e6869538c6781a3edc | wikidoc | Ceftazidime adverse reactions | Ceftazidime adverse reactions
Ceftazidime is generally well tolerated. The incidence of adverse reactions associated with the administration of ceftazidime was low in clinical trials. The most common were local reactions following IV injection and allergic and gastrointestinal reactions. Other adverse reactions were en... | Ceftazidime adverse reactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abdurahman Khalil, M.D. [2]
Ceftazidime is generally well tolerated. The incidence of adverse reactions associated with the administration of ceftazidime was low in clinical trials. The most common were local... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Ceftazidime_adverse_reactions | |
94adcc14fd2497d14cfa1d4f593ce343ddd4e304 | wikidoc | Ceftizoxime adverse reactions | Ceftizoxime adverse reactions
# Adverse Reactions
Cefizox® (ceftizoxime injection) is generally well tolerated. The most frequent adverse reactions (greater than 1% but less than 5%) are:
- Hypersensitivity--Rash, pruritus, fever.
- Hepatic--Transient elevation in AST (SGOT), ALT (SGPT), and alkaline phosphatase.
- He... | Ceftizoxime adverse reactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Adverse Reactions
Cefizox® (ceftizoxime injection) is generally well tolerated. The most frequent adverse reactions (greater than 1% but less than 5%) are:
- Hypersensitivity--Rash, pruritus, fever.
- Hepatic--Transient elevation in AS... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Ceftizoxime_adverse_reactions | |
1f4b120b32a1082f29f253edceb37da1feb5a6f2 | wikidoc | Ceftriaxone adverse reactions | Ceftriaxone adverse reactions
Ceftriaxone for injection is generally well tolerated. In clinical trials, the following adverse reactions, which were considered to be related to ceftriaxone for injection therapy or of uncertain etiology, were observed:
Local Reactions - pain, induration and tenderness was 1% overall. Ph... | Ceftriaxone adverse reactions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abdurahman Khalil, M.D. [2]
Ceftriaxone for injection is generally well tolerated. In clinical trials, the following adverse reactions, which were considered to be related to ceftriaxone for injection therapy... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Ceftriaxone_adverse_reactions | |
f0c44dd74b0e8c5b4ece9937d51364ad6ac53945 | wikidoc | Ceftriaxone contraindications | Ceftriaxone contraindications
Ceftriaxone for injection is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics.
Neonates (≤28 days)
Hyperbilirubinemic neonates, especially prematures, should not be treated with ceftriaxone for injection. In vitro studies have shown that ceftriaxone ... | Ceftriaxone contraindications
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abdurahman Khalil, M.D. [2]
Ceftriaxone for injection is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics.
Neonates (≤28 days)
Hyperbilirubinemic neonates, especially p... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Ceftriaxone_contraindications | |
7cffc9a5d88510701cb6229cf56cf64ec2d9ebdb | wikidoc | Cefuroxime axetil description | Cefuroxime axetil description
CEFTIN Tablets and CEFTIN for Oral Suspension contain cefuroxime as cefuroxime axetil. CEFTIN is a semisynthetic, broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic for oral administration.
Chemically, cefuroxime axetil, the 1-(acetyloxy) ethyl ester of cefuroxime, is (RS)-1-hydroxyethyl (6R ,7R)-7--... | Cefuroxime axetil description
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abdurahman Khalil, M.D. [2]
CEFTIN Tablets and CEFTIN for Oral Suspension contain cefuroxime as cefuroxime axetil. CEFTIN is a semisynthetic, broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic for oral administration.
C... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cefuroxime_axetil_description | |
3061f16654602ce04e28628f11dc83343613bc3c | wikidoc | Cefuroxime sodium (injection) | Cefuroxime sodium (injection)
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c9aae2dfc6f56e8daa1bb4bd1cd2d113b6e9f82d | wikidoc | Chemical pneumonitis | Chemical pneumonitis overview
# Overview
Chemical pneumonitis is inflammation of the lung caused by irritation from aspirated vomitus or barium used in gastro-intestinal imaging, ingested gasoline or other petroleum distillates, ingested or skin absorbed pesticides, gases from electroplating, or other irritants. It is... | Chemical pneumonitis overview
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# Overview
Chemical pneumonitis is inflammation of the lung caused by irritation from aspirated vomitus or barium used in gastro-intestinal imaging, ingested... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Chemical_pneumonitis_overview | |
b2a736b55409b7446fec01019d908d40700cb744 | wikidoc | Chilean pharmaceutical policy | Chilean pharmaceutical policy
The Chilean Pharmaceutical Policy was an attempt in the 1960s and 1970s to introduce a rational national pharmaceuticals policy. Chile was perhaps the first country in the world to introduce the concept of a limited number of essential drugs.
In 1965 the government of President Eduardo Fre... | Chilean pharmaceutical policy
The Chilean Pharmaceutical Policy was an attempt in the 1960s and 1970s to introduce a rational national pharmaceuticals policy. Chile was perhaps the first country in the world to introduce the concept of a limited number of essential drugs.
In 1965 the government of President Eduardo Fr... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Chilean_pharmaceutical_policy | |
8a5238b5d60568f66365ebe7ecffc88eeb5a7a3d | wikidoc | Chinese Society of Psychiatry | Chinese Society of Psychiatry
The Chinese Society of Psychiatry (CSP) is the largest organization for psychiatrists in China. It publishes the Chinese Classification of Mental Disorders (CCMD). The CSP also publishes clinical practice guidelines; promotes psychiatric practice, research and communication; trains new pro... | Chinese Society of Psychiatry
The Chinese Society of Psychiatry (CSP) is the largest organization for psychiatrists in China. It publishes the Chinese Classification of Mental Disorders (CCMD). The CSP also publishes clinical practice guidelines; promotes psychiatric practice, research and communication; trains new pr... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Chinese_Society_of_Psychiatry | |
402874d00554282a24beca3f61032808462e72cd | wikidoc | Christopher Hobbs (herbalist) | Christopher Hobbs (herbalist)
Christopher Hobbs, Ph.D. is a California herbal clinician and acupuncturist, author of numerous books and articles, consultant, and research scientist who is known for his prolific writings on medicinal plants and medicinal mushrooms. A fourth generation herbalist and botanist, Hobbs has... | Christopher Hobbs (herbalist)
Christopher Hobbs, Ph.D. is a California herbal clinician and acupuncturist, author of numerous books and articles, consultant, and research scientist who is known for his prolific writings on medicinal plants and medicinal mushrooms. A fourth generation herbalist and botanist, Hobbs ha... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Christopher_Hobbs_(herbalist) | |
6912f4eb1a4ff9b23f91b999e1e06b369764968f | wikidoc | Chronic pancreatitis | Chronic pancreatitis overview
# Overview
Chronic pancreatitis is a long-standing inflammatory disease of the pancreas characterized by irreversible changes in pancreatic structure and function leading to inflammation and fibrosis. The concept of pancreas and pancreatic duct was first described by Johannes Wirsung of P... | Chronic pancreatitis overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Iqra Qamar M.D.[2]
# Overview
Chronic pancreatitis is a long-standing inflammatory disease of the pancreas characterized by irreversible changes in pancreatic structure and function leading to inflammation ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Chronic-pancreatitis_overview | |
427f2308c6fe79bf523d06264c78034ac7cd8ce1 | wikidoc | Chronic hypertension | Chronic hypertension overview
# Overview
Arterial blood pressure (BP) is a measure of the force exerted by the blood on the arterial walls. It is the function of both the cardiac output (CO) and the systemic vascular resistance (SVR). The maintenance of a normal blood pressure value is crucial to ensure appropriate bl... | Chronic hypertension overview
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# Overview
Arterial blood pressure (BP) is a measure of the force exerted by the blood on the arterial walls. It is the function of both the cardiac output (CO) a... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Chronic_hypertension_overview | |
1a12d8f12268661779d4bffcdf3a685568321d87 | wikidoc | Citrate (patient information) | Citrate (patient information)
# Overview
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consul... | Citrate (patient information)
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Associate Editor-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]
# Overview
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It sh... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Citrate_(patient_information) | |
91151be70cf9bf3fce50e89a82b2be1e271d8040 | wikidoc | Collagen, type XXIII, alpha 1 | Collagen, type XXIII, alpha 1
Collagen α-1 (XXIII) chain is a protein encoded by COL23A1 gene, which is located on chromosome 5q35 in humans, and on chromosome 11B1+2 in mice. The location of this gene was discovered by genomic sequence analysis.
Collagen XXIII is a type II transmembrane protein and the fourth in the s... | Collagen, type XXIII, alpha 1
Collagen α-1 (XXIII) chain is a protein encoded by COL23A1 gene, which is located on chromosome 5q35 in humans, and on chromosome 11B1+2 in mice.[1] The location of this gene was discovered by genomic sequence analysis.
Collagen XXIII is a type II transmembrane protein and the fourth in t... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Collagen,_type_XXIII,_alpha_1 | |
e44169a2ef27f272cc69a08ad8b5d4c4e17523ce | wikidoc | Collagen, type XXVII, alpha 1 | Collagen, type XXVII, alpha 1
Collagen alpha-1 (XXVII) chain (COL27A1) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the COL27A1 gene.
COL27A1 is a type XXVII collagen. It was discovered by James Pace. This gene appears to be turned on in cartilage, the eye, and in the ear. Type XXVII collagen is related to the "fibrill... | Collagen, type XXVII, alpha 1
Collagen alpha-1 (XXVII) chain (COL27A1) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the COL27A1 gene.[1]
COL27A1 is a type XXVII collagen. It was discovered by James Pace.[2] This gene appears to be turned on in cartilage, the eye, and in the ear. Type XXVII collagen is related to the "... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Collagen,_type_XXVII,_alpha_1 | |
659d452e890f928081647ae0dd97aca27e022c05 | wikidoc | Complex locus A1BG and ZNF497 | Complex locus A1BG and ZNF497
Alpha-1-B glycoprotein is a 54.3 kDa protein in humans that is encoded by the A1BG gene. The protein encoded by this gene is a plasma glycoprotein of unknown function. The protein shows sequence similarity to the variable regions of some immunoglobulin supergene family member proteins.
A1B... | Complex locus A1BG and ZNF497
Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Henry A. Hoff
Alpha-1-B glycoprotein is a 54.3 kDa protein in humans that is encoded by the A1BG gene.[1] The protein encoded by this gene is a plasma glycoprotein of unknown function. The protein shows sequence similarity to the variable regions of some imm... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Complex_locus_A1BG_and_ZNF497 | |
533a814136133213f9f8ae8bc1ec8dcfbb6f301d | wikidoc | Complications Based Questions | Complications Based Questions
# Complications Based Questions
### What population is most at risk for severe disease from COVID-19?
- COVID-19 is a new disease and there is limited information regarding risk factors for severe illness. Based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and ... | Complications Based Questions
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]: Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aisha Adigun, B.Sc., M.D.[2]Nuha Al-Howthi, MD[3]Gurmandeep Singh Sandhu,M.B.B.S.[4]
# Complications Based Questions
### What population is most at risk for severe disease from COVID-19?
- COVID-19 is a ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Complications_Based_Questions | |
77713571f58983cfe1fd3568c15654319c574855 | wikidoc | Comprehensive metabolic panel | Comprehensive metabolic panel
# Overview
The comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP; CPT code 80053) is a standard suite of 14 blood tests which serves as an initial broad screening tool for physicians. Because it is often ordered as a routine part of an annual physical examination or check up, over time the CMP provides... | Comprehensive metabolic panel
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
The comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP; CPT code 80053) is a standard suite of 14 blood tests which serves as an initial broad screening tool for physicians. Because it is often ordered as a routine part of an annual physical... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Comprehensive_metabolic_panel | |
410a13901c74da141b399ae0ddd3f99d41bf48c1 | wikidoc | Computational learning theory | Computational learning theory
# Overview
In theoretical computer science, computational learning theory or computational learning problem is a mathematical field related to the analysis of machine learning algorithms. It is traditionally referred to as the grammatical inference problem.
Machine learning algorithms tak... | Computational learning theory
# Overview
In theoretical computer science, computational learning theory or computational learning problem is a mathematical field related to the analysis of machine learning algorithms. It is traditionally referred to as the grammatical inference problem.
Machine learning algorithms tak... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Computational_learning_theory | |
95700ee246c53116db806001fb239b2c7eb8e080 | wikidoc | Congenital Varicella syndrome | Congenital Varicella syndrome
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Synonyms and keywords: Fetal varicella syndrome, Congenital varicella-zoster syndrome, Varicella embryo-fetopathy, Varicella embryopathy, Varicella fetopathy, Fetal varicella-zoster syndrome
# Overview
Congenital varicella syndrome i... | Congenital Varicella syndrome
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aravind Kuchkuntla, M.B.B.S[2]
Synonyms and keywords: Fetal varicella syndrome, Congenital varicella-zoster syndrome, Varicella embryo-fetopathy, Varic... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Congenital_Varicella_syndrome | |
5bc5b198b84ce7556d8c9c17075edabfbb3dbf15 | wikidoc | Conn syndrome pathophysiology | Conn syndrome pathophysiology
# Overview
# Pathophysiology
## Basic physiology of aldosterone
Circulating aldosterone is principally made in the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal cortex (outer layer of the cortex) by a cascade of enzyme steps leading to the conversion of cholesterol to aldosterone.
- Aldosterone's pro... | Conn syndrome pathophysiology
# Overview
# Pathophysiology
## Basic physiology of aldosterone
Circulating aldosterone is principally made in the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal cortex (outer layer of the cortex) by a cascade of enzyme steps leading to the conversion of cholesterol to aldosterone.
- Aldosterone's pro... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Conn_syndrome_pathophysiology | |
84abff8983f550201ff7fd5c635669e436f6a7a7 | wikidoc | Coronary artery calcification | Coronary artery calcification
# Overview
The coronary angiogram is fairly insensitive to the presence of lesion calcification, particularly to the presence of deep vessel wall calcification. Intravascular ultrasound is much more sensitive in the assessment of vessel wall calcification. Conventional coronary angiograp... | Coronary artery calcification
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Anahita Deylamsalehi, M.D.[2]
# Overview
The coronary angiogram is fairly insensitive to the presence of lesion calcification, particularly to the presence of deep vessel wall calcification. Intravascular ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Coronary_angiography_coronary_artery_calcification | |
fa1585a118ed5dedc29752eb55926fed15df3609 | wikidoc | Coronary angiography | Coronary angiography overview
# Overview
Cardiac catheterization refers to the insertion of hollow tubes (catheters) into various structures of the heart. When catheters are inserted specifically into the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle (the myocardium), this instrumentation is called coronary... | Coronary angiography overview
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Cardiac catheterization refers to the insertion of hollow tubes (catheters) into various structures of the heart. When catheters are inserted specifically into the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle (the ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Coronary_angiography_overview | |
751946d51434c67ed74fcfc906bd9da5463f6984 | wikidoc | Cortical spreading depression | Cortical spreading depression
# Overview
Cortical spreading depression is a wave of electrophysiological hyperactivity followed by a wave of inhibition, usually in the visual cortex.
# Terminology
Neuroscientists use the term cortical spreading depression to represent at least one of the following cortical processes:... | Cortical spreading depression
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
# Overview
Cortical spreading depression is a wave of electrophysiological hyperactivity followed by a wave of inhibition, usually in the visual cortex.[1]
# Terminology
Neuroscientists use the term cortical spreading depression to repr... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cortical_spreading_depression | |
8f6aa6926c75b3a5b31138dc2409fcd7871d8326 | wikidoc | Cost Effectiveness of Therapy | Cost Effectiveness of Therapy
To go to the main page, click here.
# Introduction to the Page
- The page name should be "(Disease name) cost-effectiveness of therapy", with only the first letter of the title capitalized.
- Goal: To provide a brief description of the cost-effectiveness of therapy for the disease you ar... | Cost Effectiveness of Therapy
To go to the main page, click here.
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Charmaine Patel, M.D. [2]
# Introduction to the Page
- The page name should be "(Disease name) cost-effectiveness of therapy", with only the first letter of the title ca... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cost_Effectiveness_of_Therapy | |
84dce6145c197293997c8d3b0fcc67886a45299d | wikidoc | Countercurrent multiplication | Countercurrent multiplication
The term countercurrent multiplication refers to the process underlying the process of urine concentration, that is, the production of hyperosmolar urine by the mammalian kidney.
The ability to concentrate urine is also present in birds, but involves another mechanism which is not comparab... | Countercurrent multiplication
The term countercurrent multiplication refers to the process underlying the process of urine concentration, that is, the production of hyperosmolar urine by the mammalian kidney.
The ability to concentrate urine is also present in birds, but involves another mechanism which is not compara... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Countercurrent_multiplication | |
7e4c1d83edb25a151ffa2f559fae84b162c97c71 | wikidoc | STEMI resident survival guide | STEMI resident survival guide
# Overview
ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is a syndrome characterized by the presence of symptoms of myocardial ischemia associated with persistent ST elevation on electrocardiogram and elevated cardiac enzymes. The management of STEMI should be initiated without delay and th... | STEMI resident survival guide
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Alejandro Lemor, M.D. [2]; Rim Halaby, M.D. [3]
# Overview
ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is a syndrome characterized by the presence of symptoms of myocardial ischemia associated with persiste... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Creating_ST_elevation_myocardial_infarct_resident_survival_guide | |
612cb6f1c2d84f643cbd00170cc8e0f411547c2e | wikidoc | Cross-linked enzyme aggregate | Cross-linked enzyme aggregate
In biochemistry, a cross-linked enzyme aggregate is a immobilized enzyme prepared via crosslinking. They can be used as stereoselective industrial biocatalysts.
# Background
Enzymes are proteins that catalyze (i.e. accelerate) chemical reactions. They are Nature’s catalysts and are ubiqui... | Cross-linked enzyme aggregate
In biochemistry, a cross-linked enzyme aggregate is a immobilized enzyme prepared via crosslinking. They can be used as stereoselective industrial biocatalysts.
# Background
Enzymes are proteins that catalyze (i.e. accelerate) chemical reactions. They are Nature’s catalysts and are ubiqu... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cross-linked_enzyme_aggregate | |
21be5267b39004e23391b74546a02dbb410b1798 | wikidoc | Cryotherapy (chamber therapy) | Cryotherapy (chamber therapy)
Cryotherapy (Cryogenic chamber therapy) is a treatment whereby the patient is placed in a cryogenic chamber for a short duration, i.e. no more than three minutes, which is comparable to ice swimming, and if used properly, will not destroy tissue. The term "cryotherapy" comes from the Greek... | Cryotherapy (chamber therapy)
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Cryotherapy (Cryogenic chamber therapy) is a treatment whereby the patient is placed in a cryogenic chamber for a short duration, i.e. no more than three minutes, which is comparable to ice swimming, and if used properly, will not destroy... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cryotherapy_(chamber_therapy) | |
8c81ad0d3be1f4db70c98e50262411cc47467d56 | wikidoc | Curriculum in cardiac imaging | Curriculum in cardiac imaging
A suggested curriculum in cardiac imaging has been established by the North American Society of Cardiac Imaging.
The original document can be viewed here.
# Physiological aspects of cardiac imaging
- Normal cardiac cycle (systole and diastole)
Systole and diastole
Ventricular function
Atr... | Curriculum in cardiac imaging
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Associate Editor-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]
A suggested curriculum in cardiac imaging has been established by the North American Society of Cardiac Imaging.
The original document can be viewed here.
# Physiological aspects o... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Curriculum_in_cardiac_imaging | |
2ecb1847455da7345d1a0efae68a93bb08aa2d40 | wikidoc | Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride | Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride
# Disclaimer
WikiDoc MAKES NO GUARANTEE OF VALIDITY. WikiDoc is not a professional health care provider, nor is it a suitable replacement for a licensed healthcare provider. WikiDoc is intended to be an educational tool, not a tool for any form of healthcare delivery. The educational co... | Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride
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# Disclaimer
WikiDoc MAKES NO GUARANTEE OF VALIDITY. WikiDoc is not a professional health care provider, nor is it a suitable replacement for a licensed healthcare provider. Wik... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Cyclobenzaprine_hydrochloride | |
72584bd617d553e1184dbb27aeab77a75d6e7198 | wikidoc | Double outlet right ventricle | Double outlet right ventricle
# Overview
Double outlet right ventricle (DORV) is a form of congenital heart disease where both of the great arteries connect (in whole or in part) to the right ventricle (RV).
# Anatomy
DORV occurs in a multiple forms, with variability of great artery position and size, as well as of v... | Double outlet right ventricle
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Associate Editor-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]
Associate Editor-in-Chief: Keri Shafer, M.D. [3]
# Overview
Double outlet right ventricle (DORV) is a form of congenital heart disease where both of the great arteries connect (in ... | https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/DORV |
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