Penile agenesis or aphallia means an absence of formation of the penis. It is a rare condition occurring in 1 in 30 million births and results from a development failure of the genital tubercle during … [Read More...] about Penilie Agenesis or Aphalia – Presentation and Treatment
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Level I and Level II Ultrasound in Pregnancy
Ultrasound in pregnancy or obstetric ultrasound is a safe, non-invasive and accurate means of evaluating the fetus. It has become an indispensable obstetric tool and plays an important role in the … [Read More...] about Level I and Level II Ultrasound in Pregnancy
Penis Disorders, Anatomical and Developmental Variations
The penis can be affected by a variety of conditions. Some are due to pathologies in the structures constituting penis.Many conditions are due to congenital anatomical variations of the … [Read More...] about Penis Disorders, Anatomical and Developmental Variations
Endometriosis – Causes, Symptoms, Tests and Treatment
Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus (the endometrium) grows outside the uterus. Endometriosis most commonly involves the ovaries, fallopian tubes … [Read More...] about Endometriosis – Causes, Symptoms, Tests and Treatment
Penis Anatomy, Function, Blood and Nerve Supply
The penis is an external organ of the male reproductive system. It has two main functions. It acts as the intromittent organ that also serves as urinal duct. An intromittent organ is a general term … [Read More...] about Penis Anatomy, Function, Blood and Nerve Supply
Karnofsky Performance Scale
The Karnofsky Performance Scale Index is an assessment tool for functional impairment.Karfnofsky performance scale can be used to compare effectiveness of different therapies and to assess the … [Read More...] about Karnofsky Performance Scale
Brain Tumors Grading and Prognostic Factors
Tumor grading refers to its aggression. A staging system describes the location of the tumor and its spread to other parts of the body.There is no recommended systemic staging system for adult … [Read More...] about Brain Tumors Grading and Prognostic Factors
Penile Biopsy – Indications and Procedure
Penile biopsy is a procedure where tissue is removed surgically to study for histopathological diagnosis. Penile biopsy is used to diagnose cancers of the penis and other benign lesions as … [Read More...] about Penile Biopsy – Indications and Procedure
Dorsal Penile Nerve Block – Indications and Procedure
Dorsal penile nerve block is used for providing local anesthesia to penis.Penile local anesthesia is used in various procedures like release of paraphimosis, dorsal slit of the foreskin, … [Read More...] about Dorsal Penile Nerve Block – Indications and Procedure
Home Pregnancy Test – Principle, Procedure, Accuracy and Interpretation
Home pregnancy test kit is a commercially available kit that women can use to test the signs suggestive of pregnancy.Home pregnancy test kit measures the amount of human chorionic gonadotropin … [Read More...] about Home Pregnancy Test – Principle, Procedure, Accuracy and Interpretation
Acrodynia or Pink Disease Symptoms and Treatment
Acrodynia is a condition that primarily affects young children and is characterized by pink discoloration of the hands and feet, irritability, photophobia (sensitivity to light) and polyneuritis … [Read More...] about Acrodynia or Pink Disease Symptoms and Treatment
Anatomy of Arterial Supply of Human Body
Arteries are the large vessels that carry blood away from the heart.Human body circulation is divided into two types - pulmonary and systemic.Arteries of pulmonary system carry deoxygenated … [Read More...] about Anatomy of Arterial Supply of Human Body
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin – Structure, Function, Test and Uses
Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone produced during pregnancy by the placenta. It provides nourishment to the egg after it has been fertilized and attached to the uterine wall.HCG is … [Read More...] about Human Chorionic Gonadotropin – Structure, Function, Test and Uses
Pronunciation of Important Medical Terms
Following is a list of important medical terms that you would often come across on the various medical sites, including this. I thought it would be helpful to have a reference page so that doubts … [Read More...] about Pronunciation of Important Medical Terms
Intravenous Cannulation – Indications and Procedure
Intravenous cannulation is a technique in which a cannula is placed inside a vein to provide venous access for the sampling of blood, as well as administration of fluids and other … [Read More...] about Intravenous Cannulation – Indications and Procedure