Aliverbiopsy is a procedure in which a small needle is inserted into the liver to collect a tissue sample. This is performed as an office or outpatient procedure or during surgery. The tissue is then analyzed in a laboratory to help doctors diagnose a variety of disorders and diseases in the...
Liver biopsy in the horse is an important adjunct diagnostic procedure in the evaluation of an individual with biochemical and/or clinical evidence of hepatic dysfunction. Inadvertent penetration of the colon, diaphragm or even lung can occur when performed blindly using an intersection of a line ...
Traditionally, liver biopsy has been the province of the hepatologist/ gastroenterologist. However, an increasing number of liver biopsies are performed by radiologists. The implications of this trend with respect to patient outcome, safety, and training of fellows is unclear....
Detection of Helicobacter pylori infection using the urea breath test or stool antigen test can be performed in patients with dyspeptic symptoms, especially in areas with a high prevalence of Helicobacter pylori infection. DAT is suitable for ITP patients with clinical or laboratory evidence of ...
Currently, theonlyrecommended screening test for lung cancer is low-dose CT. But not everyone has easy access to screening facilities, said the other co-lead author Edward Tan, PhD, a former MIT postdoc and currently a scientist at the biotech company Prime Medicine, Cambridge, Massachu...
If you're experiencing an itchy butt, the first thing to know is that it's most likely a symptom of another issue—not a disease or condition in itself. Since itching can lead to scratching, tiny cuts, pain, and swelling, it's important to know what's causing the itching to happen—...
A biliary stricture is similar to a traffic jam in your liver's drainage system. It involves narrowing that can obstruct the flow of bile, a substance produced by your liver to aid in food digestion. Sometimes, you might not notice anything wrong at firs
While rarely performed,ovarian drillingis asurgical optionthat can help treat PCOS. A healthcare provider makes tiny incisions into your abdomen and, using a very small camera to assist in visualizing your internal organs, makes small burns on the enlarged ovarian follicles. The hope is to reduc...
Artemisinin is a versatile herbal compound with powerful applications in modern medicine. From treating malaria to offering a natural alternative for cancer therapy, its benefits are both diverse and effective. Always use under proper guidance to maximize its potential benefits. ...
Digestion usually refers to the time it takes for food to be completely broken down and absorbed by the digestive system. This is the sum of the amount of time food takes to pass through the stomach and the small intestine. The large intestine, though a vital part of the digestive system...