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Viral Hepatitis
… Viral hepatitis is an infection that causes liver swelling and damage. There … are named hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E. When hepatitis is caused by an unknown virus, it is called hepatitis X. Viral hepatitis can cause both acute …
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Immunosuppression and Organ Rejection
… The purpose of your immune system is to protect your health. It recognizes and attacks anything … trick the immune system into believing that your new organ is not foreign, and thus it is not attacked. After transplantation, you will be taking …
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Endocarditis
… About Endocarditis Endocarditis is an infection involving the valves in the heart. It is always a serious infection and, if left untreated, will … What Causes Endocarditis? Most often, endocarditis is caused by bacteria. Colonies of microorganisms, most …
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Surgeons Urge a Culture Shift to Protect Sleep in the Hospital
… it’s necessary for healing. Yet fractured and broken sleep is expected, even normalized, in the hospital—the place where … shown that sleep disruption affects wound healing. Sleep is critical to our health, to pain management, and our … to provide care as fast as possible. Triaging priorities is a good idea.” With so many patients to care for, hospital …
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Your Breast Surgery: FAQ
… health. You may also meet with the anesthesiologist. This is a good time to ask any questions relating to your surgery. … after midnight, your surgery may be cancelled. This is to prevent any food or liquid from going down your … the procedure and confirm the correct side. The surgery site will be marked as needed. You will also speak briefly …
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The pH Diet: Facts and Fiction
… over three million results on this topic! The problem is, almost everything you read and hear has zero scientific … cancer and reflux, can be prevented or cured if the body is made more alkaline. So, it is time to set the record straight and separate fact from …
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What We’re Reading: 09/20/19
… web that made it into our feeds this week. Climate Change is Having Widespread Health Impacts Storms, floods, fires and … And that’s happening today.” ( From scientificamerican.com ) New evidence shows why the HPV vaccine is as important … I do to them to try to save their life.” ( From statnews.com ) Bill Doyle’s Story: The Gift of a Dozen Years One of …
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Wilson’s Disease
… Wilson’s disease is a rare inherited genetic disorder that causes copper to … patients manage this disease. Key Facts Wilson’s disease is an inherited genetic condition, which means that it is passed down from parents to their children. Patients with …
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Atrial Tachycardia
… instead of pump. When this happens only part of the blood is forced out of the heart chamber. The blood pools inside … tachycardia: Sinus Tachycardia Sinus tachycardia is a normal increase in the heart rate. It is caused when the sinus node sends out signals faster than …
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Stories of Hope: Michael Weisz
… details in a public setting. However, I feel that it is important to describe some moments of the most difficult … was originally published on www.BreakingIsraelNews.com . Tuly Weisz can be reached at publisher@breakingisraelnews.com …
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Intestinal Pouches and Pouch Surgery
… parts of the intestines to create an internal pouch that is joined to the anus and allows for stool to pass naturally, … K-pouch The most frequent complication of pouch procedures is infection of the pouch, known as pouchitis Pouch surgery … of the rectum surgically removed. If their anal sphincter is intact, a surgeon can use a part of the ileum (part of the …
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Aortic Stenosis
… What is Aortic Stenosis? Aortic stenosis occurs when the heart's … and onward to the rest of the body. When the aortic valve is obstructed, the heart needs to work harder to pump blood … mild thickening or calcification of the aortic valve is a common age-related change (called aortic sclerosis). …
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Hernia
… with open or minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. What is a Hernia? A hernia is a weakness or opening in the abdominal wall, which often … space under the skin. The mechanism of the hernia is similar to what happens with a bulge in a damaged tire, …
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Clinical Training: PGY5
… however, on most rotations primary rounding responsibility is that of more junior residents. The emphasis of the PGY5 year is placed on independent diagnosis and operative treatment of … A tremendous amount of autonomy, and thus responsibility, is granted to the Columbia residents during their Chief year. …
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Metabolic Analysis
… or the number of calories burned at rest. This testing is offered to patients who are surgical candidates at no … calculates a person’s resting metabolic rate (RMR). This is the number of calories a person burns at rest for 24 … One of the most important steps in managing your weight is achieving a proper balance between your caloric needs and …
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