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Vocal Cord Wounds

Wounds to the vocal cords are serious in terms of immediate and long-term consequences.

6 Apr 2010

What are Vocal Cords?

In this article, the role of the vocal cords in speech is discussed.

6 Apr 2010

It is possible to reverse a vasectomy through a procedure known as a vasovasostomy or a vasoepididymostomy. This does have a 100% success rate, however, and men opting for a vasectomy should therefore consider the procedure as permanent, as reversal can be both difficult and costly.

6 Apr 2010

Vasectomy Complications

Although most men experience minor complications immediately after a vasectomy, chronic complications are not common.

6 Apr 2010

Vasectomy Side Effects

A vasectomy is a common surgical procedure that involves the clamping and cutting of the vas deferens to inhibit the ability of sperm to be ejaculated in semen and conception to occur. There are several side effects that may occur as a result of this procedure.

6 Apr 2010

What is a Vasectomy?

Vasectomy represents a surgical procedure for male sterilization.

6 Apr 2010

Vulva Disorders

There are several disorders of the female reproductive system. Some of these are confined to the external female reproductive organs like the vulva. Gynaecologists deal with the diagnosis and treatment of the diseases and disorders associated with the female reproductive organs. Most women need to have regular examination of their vulva by self or by a gynaecologist to detect any abnormalities.

6 Apr 2010

Vulva Fluids and Odor

The vulva and the vagina secrete numerous fluids that are responsible for a number of functions.

6 Apr 2010

Vulva Sexual Arousal

Sexual arousal in females is dependent to a certain extent on the nerve endings that are present on the vulva. Arousal leads to several physical changes in the vulva.

6 Apr 2010

Vulva Development

The vulva and the female external genitalia begins to develop while the baby is still within the mother’s womb. The development again gains acceleration during puberty when the female reproductive organs are exposed to female hormones like estrogen and there is appearance of the secondary sexual characters. Development of the vulva includes the following stages.

6 Apr 2010

Vulva Structures

The vulva is the external genitalia in the female reproductive system. Broadly the anatomical structures of vulva include..

6 Apr 2010

The Vulva (Human)

The vulva is the external genital organs of the female. It has more than one component part and is commonly confused with the vagina that lies deeper within the vulva.

6 Apr 2010

Types of Mastectomy

Mastectomy is a procedure for removing one or both of the breasts. There are several types of procedures available for patients with indications for mastectomy and these include...

24 Mar 2010

Mastectomy Indications

Mastectomy refers to an operation to remove one or both breasts. The most common indications for mastectomy include..

24 Mar 2010

What is a Mastectomy?

Mastectomy is an operation to remove one or both breasts. In many cases, mastectomy not only involves removing breast tissues, but also the axillary lymph nodes so they can be examined to provide clues about cancer spread.

24 Mar 2010

Trans Fat Food Industry Response

Trans fat is a type of fat that can be produced when saturated fats are manufactured from unsaturated vegetable oils through a process of hydrogenation.

24 Mar 2010

Trans Fat Regulation

Following health concerns about the consumption of trans fat, the necessity of regulating the inclusion of trans fat in food products and restaurants has been accepted by governing bodies around the world.

24 Mar 2010