Blackwater Fever: A Serious Complication of Malaria Blackwater fever is a rare but dangerous complication of malaria infection. It occurs almost exclusively with infection from the parasite Plasmodium falciparum[5]. The disease is characterized by the bursting of red blood cells…
Tauseef Akhund Research Officer Paediatric Department. Agha Khan University Karachi Pakistan Bird flu is an infection caused by avian (bird) influenza (flu) viruses. These flu viruses occur naturally among birds. Wild birds worldwide carry the viruses in their intestines,…
Cardiac arrhythmias, commonly referred to as irregular heartbeats, are disruptions in the normal rhythm of the heart’s electrical system. These rhythm abnormalities can affect the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively, potentially leading to serious health complications. Understanding the causes,…
Addison’s disease, also known as adrenal insufficiency, is a rare chronic condition characterized by the inadequate production of the hormones cortisol and aldosterone by the adrenal glands[4]. It is important for medical students to understand the etiology, pathogenesis, and management…
Diabetes mellitus, a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood sugar levels, can lead to various complications that affect multiple organs and systems within the body. While long-term complications are well-recognized, acute complications also demand attention due to their sudden…
Nasal Polyps>>Definition>>Classification>>Ethmoidal polyp>>Antrocoanal polyp>>Prevention>>Complication>>Differential diagnosis PREVENTION OF RECURRENCE OF NASAL POLYPS Identify the underlying cause of polyps and treat it accordingly. COMPLICATIONS OF NASAL POLYPS. 1. Nasal obstruction 2. Insomnia 3. Sinusitis 4. Respiratory tract infections 5. Broadening of nose and…
Nasal Polyps>>Definition>>Classification>>Ethmoidal polyp>>Antrocoanal polyp>>Prevention>>Complication>>Differential diagnosis DEFINITION This polyp arises from the mucosa of maxillary antrum near its accessory ostium, comes out and grows in choana and nasal cavity. Thus it has 3 parts Antral · Choanal…
Nasal Polyps>>Definition>>Classification>>Ethmoidal polyp>>Antrocoanal polyp>>Prevention>>Complication>>Differential diagnosis Nasal Polyps ETHMOIDAL POLYPI Definition There is edematous hypertrophy of submucosa with loose fibrous stroma. ETIOLOGY Polyps are RED FLAGS indicating the presence of chronic inflammatory: chronic sinusitis (longstanding bacterial infection of facial sinuses) is one explanation; as is…
Nasal Polyps Definition>Classification>Ethmoidal polyp>Antrocoanal polyp>Prevention>Complication>Differential diagnosis DEFINITION Nasal polyps are non-neoplastic masses of edematous nasal or sinus mucosa INCIDENCE Incidence in general population is unknown possibly between 1 % -2 % .There is higher incidence in asthmatics (20 –30…
Definition Nasal polyps are non-neoplastic masses of edematous nasal or sinus mucosa Incidence Approx 1-2 percent in general population Classification Nasal polyps are classified into 2 main categories. Ethmoidal polyp There is edematous hypertrophy of submucosa with loose fibrous stroma.…
Continuing Medical Education (CME) resources in cardiology are essential for healthcare professionals to stay updated with the latest developments, guidelines, and evidence-based practices in cardiovascular medicine. Here are some reputable CME resources related to cardiology: 1. American College of Cardiology…
Anatomy exam practice test of anatomy , exam videos and anatomy tables. Some material can only be accessed by university students. www.med.umich.edu Anatomy Practice exam. Label the names of arteries, nerves, dermatomes, muscles, and bones by Loyola University Chicago Stritch…
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Histology Atlas By university of Lowa college of medicine. www.vh.org Histology Slides. Large collection of histology slides by College of Medicine, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. www.med.uiuc.edu Histology notes and Mcqs By School of Anatomy and Human Biology – The…
Anatomy of the cranial cavity. Contents, boundaries and importance of the cranial cavity. Anatomy and Physiology 2e is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and anyone who wants to learn more about anatomy and physiology. The textbook is free to…
Before We Are Born: Essentials of Embryology and Birth Defects by Keith L. Moore and T.V.N. Persaud: This textbook provides a concise and readable overview of human embryology, focusing on birth defects. Human Embryology by T.W. Sadler: This free online…
Health Promotion online course Step by step learning of the health promotion concepts by Ontario Health Promotion Resource System (OHPRS). OHPRS is composed of 22 health promotion organizations in Ontario. Course include the case studies, further reading resources, glossary…
Biochemistry lecture notes are an essential resource for students and researchers in the field of biochemistry. They provide a comprehensive overview of the subject matter and help to reinforce key concepts and principles. In this article, we will explore some…
Alphabetical Index [A] [B] [C] [D] [E] [F] [G] [H] [I] [J] [K] [L] [M] [N] [O] [P] [Q] [R] [S] [T] [U] [V] [W] [X] [Y] Z] Click on any letter to go to the section beginning with that letter Q Quantitative Image Analysis by NIH Image QUB: Software for Single Channel Analysis Quiz about genetics Quiz/tutorial builder with graphs R…
Alphabetical Index [A] [B] [C] [D] [E] [F] [G] [H] [I] [J] [K] [L] [M] [N] [O] [P] [Q] [R] [S] [T] [U] [V] [W] [X] [Y] Z] Click on any letter to go to the section beginning with that letter D DANCE – the dance pattern database Database of fears & their clinical phobia name DataEngine (Data pre-processing, intelligent technologies for…