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Metastasis or Metastatic Disease
Metastasis or metastatic disease occurs when the cancer cells spread from the site of their origin to the other distant parts of the body. The most common organs involved by metastases are the lungs, … [Read More...] about Metastasis or Metastatic Disease
Antinuclear Antibodies Test (ANA test)
An ANA (antinuclear antibody) test detects the presence of antinuclear antibodies in the blood. Their presence usually indicates that a person has an autoimmune disorder. What are Antinuclear … [Read More...] about Antinuclear Antibodies Test (ANA test)
Blood Brain Barrier – Structure and Function
The blood brain barrier is a term used for the unique structure and properties of the capillary network of the central nervous system which makes the interface which allows entry of selective … [Read More...] about Blood Brain Barrier – Structure and Function
Staging of Breast Cancer
Staging of breast cancer helps to describe the extent and spread of cancer within the body. It describes the location of cancer, how much cancer has grown, and whether it has spread to nearby or … [Read More...] about Staging of Breast Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Male breast cancer is a rare type of cancer that occurs in the male breast. Though breast cancer affects women much more commonly, it can also occur in men.Causes, diagnosis, and treatment of male … [Read More...] about Male Breast Cancer
Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
Primary biliary cholangitis is a disease where there is chronic and progressive damage to intrahepatic bile ducts leading to cholestatic disease [reduction of bile flow]It was earlier called … [Read More...] about Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
Endoscopy: Procedure, Types and Uses
Endoscopy is a medical procedure that involves the insertion of a long, thin tube directly into the body for visualization of internal organ or tissue in detail.Using the same principle, endoscopy … [Read More...] about Endoscopy: Procedure, Types and Uses
Cerebral Edema: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Cerebral edema is a life-threatening condition where there is an increase in fluid in the brain tissue.Swelling or edema is part of inflammation. It is a natural response of the body to injury and … [Read More...] about Cerebral Edema: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Inflammatory Breast Cancer : Clinical Features, Diagnosis and Treatment
Inflammatory breast cancer is a rare but extremely aggressive type of breast cancer. In this disease, the cancer cells block the lymph vessels present in the skin of the breast. It is called … [Read More...] about Inflammatory Breast Cancer : Clinical Features, Diagnosis and Treatment
Triple-Negative Breast Cancer – Meaning, Diagnosis, Prognosis and Treatment
Triple-negative breast cancer is a type of breast cancer that tests negative for the receptors that are commonly found in breast cancer.These receptors include estrogen receptors (ER), … [Read More...] about Triple-Negative Breast Cancer – Meaning, Diagnosis, Prognosis and Treatment
Liver Anatomy, Structure and Function
The liver is the largest gland and second largest organ after the skin. It is a peritoneal organ located under the diaphragm in the upper quadrant of the abdomen and extends to the left upper … [Read More...] about Liver Anatomy, Structure and Function
Prothrombin Time and International Normalized Ratio or PT/INR
Prothrombin time or PT test is a blood test that is used to measure the time it takes for blood to clot. The results of this test can be expressed in seconds or as a ratio International Normalised … [Read More...] about Prothrombin Time and International Normalized Ratio or PT/INR
Bioartificial Liver Device – Uses and Limitations
Bioartificial livers are extracorporeal [outside body] devices embedded hepatocytes (liver cells) that are used to perform the functions of a normal liver.The first bioartificial liver (BAL) … [Read More...] about Bioartificial Liver Device – Uses and Limitations
Acute Liver Failure – Causes, Presentation and Treatment
Acute liver failure implies is a life-threatening illness where a previously normal liver [without preexisting cirrhosis ] fails within days to weeks [less than 26 weeks]. The condition leads to a … [Read More...] about Acute Liver Failure – Causes, Presentation and Treatment