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Bladder Cancer Genomics

Bladder cancer develops most commonly in the urothelial lining of the bladder. According GLOBOCAN database 2012, it is the 9th most common type of cancer worldwide, with 430,000 newly diagnosed cases in 2012.

18 Oct 2018

What is Nanodentistry?

At first glance, nanodentistry may seem more science fiction than fact, but with current advancements in science, technology, and medicine, it may very well be a reality in the not too distant future. The word “nano” is derived from the Greek word for dwarf.

18 Oct 2018

Colorectal Cancer and Organ Preservation

Colorectal cancer is the third most prevalent cancer worldwide – with 41,804 new cases being reported in 2012 in the UK alone, and a mortality rate of 43% from the disease. It was also shown that 54% of these cases were preventable. Treatment of colorectal cancer can vary, with chemotherapy being the most common choice of specialists.

18 Oct 2018

Biotin (Vitamin B7) Sources, Health Benefits and Dosage

Vitamin B7, more commonly known as biotin, is a water-soluble vitamin that is vital for the body’s metabolism and functioning.

17 Oct 2018

Are Teeth Whitening Kits Safe?

Teeth whitening is amongst one of the most popular procedures in dentistry. Teeth whitening makes teeth appear whiter, stain-free and makes the smile more aesthetically pleasing.

17 Oct 2018

Glyphosate in Food: How Dangerous is it?

As the most widely used herbicide in the world, glyphosate is typically utilized for its ability to control the growth of weeds within the agricultural industry and that of vegetation for non-agricultural purposes, as well as being a crop desiccant to aid in harvesting processes.

17 Oct 2018

Propagation-Based Phase-Contrast X-Ray Imaging

Imaging tests are among the many diagnostic tools used by physicians to diagnose and even treat disease. Propagation-based phase-contrast X-ray imaging is a term used to describe various diagnostic techniques that use information about changes in the phase of an X-ray beam as it passes through an object to produce images.

17 Oct 2018

Gender and Alzheimer’s Risk

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia worldwide and is primarily attributed to increasing longevity, especially in Western countries. While Alzheimer’s affects both men and women, it is far more common in the latter.

17 Oct 2018

What is Health Coaching?

Health coaching is a systematic approach to help patients attain knowledge, proficiency, tools and self-reliance in order to actively engage themselves in self-care and attain self-recognized health goals.

17 Oct 2018

Aneurysmal Bone Cysts

Aneurysmal bone cysts (ABCs), which are benign lesions of the bone, primarily affect pediatric patients. They were first described by doctors Jaffe and Lichenstein in 1942 during an investigation of spinal and pelvic lesions. The surgeons discovered that the thin-walled lesions housed large, blood-filled cavities.

16 Oct 2018

Fifth Disease Complications and Prevention

Fifth disease is a viral skin infection caused by parvovirus B19. Fifth disease (also known as erythema infectiosum) is a common skin infection in children.

16 Oct 2018

Coronary Artery Compression in Children

Coronary artery compression is defined as the narrowing of the left main coronary artery (LMCA) between the aorta and a dilated pulmonary artery main trunk. Recently it has been found that coronary artery compression is a vital cause of sudden death in children fitted with epicardical pacemakers.

16 Oct 2018

What is Noma (Cancrum oris)?

Cancrum oris or noma is a fatal infection of the mouth that mostly affects children between the ages of 1 and 16, with a peak incidence at ages 1 to 4. It destroys soft tissues and bones of the oral and paraoral structures.

16 Oct 2018

First Aid for Cuts and Wounds

Cuts and wounds are injuries involving an external or internal break in body tissue, which can be caused by an external action and include bruising, cuts and hematomas. Wounds are extremely common, and most individuals will experience having one over their lifetime. Some of the wounds can be minor, requiring home treatment, while others, may be life-threatening and need further medical attention.

16 Oct 2018

Dry Drowning First Aid

Dry drowning (secondary drowning) is a type of drowning that can happen after being submerged underwater. It prevents the entry of oxygen into the lungs, leading to difficulty breathing and can cause pulmonary edema. Detecting dry drowning early is vital for immediate action to be implemented.

16 Oct 2018

Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) Diagnosis

Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are relatively rare form of benign or malignant tumors which occur in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, especially in the stomach and small intestine.

15 Oct 2018

Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) Causes

Cancers are born when the DNA of a cell changes in some specific ways. The DNA or genetic material of a cell is what contains the genes, the code which controls all of the body’s functions and anatomy. The DNA of every individual is passed down from both parents.

15 Oct 2018

What is a Sclerotomy?

A sclerotomy is a surgical procedure that creates an incision in the sclera of the eye. This procedure is normally performed to correct scleral defects that arise as the result of ocular diseases such as glaucoma.

15 Oct 2018

Hard-To-Heal Wounds

Hard-to-heal wounds can come about in many ways. For example, around 50 percent of the elderly population in Italy have an experience with a hard-to-heal wound at some point in their later years – meaning that this is a major concern for the elderly community.

15 Oct 2018

What is Negative Pressure Wound Therapy?

Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is the application of sub-atmospheric pressure to aid in the management of a wound. It can protect the wound and greatly aid in the healing process.

15 Oct 2018