Superior vena caval syndrome refers to the symptoms that arise due to obstruction to the superior vena cava 90% of superior vena caval syndrome is caused by malignancies
Renal clearance of lithium is decreased by about 25% in those who take diuretics, hence dosage should be adjusted Similar effect is also noted in certain newer NSAID’s
Bile acids help dissolve gall stones by decreasing the levels of cholesterol available for stone formation But radio opaque stones contain calcium in addition to cholesterol – dissolution
Heart disease is classified into 4 classes based on risk to the mother if she becomes pregnant In patients who are classified under class 4, pregnancy is not
Pneumatic bones are those bones which contain an air filled cavity within them In humans, they are seen in relation to the the nasal cavity – they enclose
Contraceptive use in women in epilepsy is important to have a planned pregnancy WHO Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use states that all methods of contraception can be
Catamenial epilepsy refers to increased seizure frequency in relation to the menstrual cycle It occurs due to the change in the hormonal levels within the body Exogenous hormones
Nerve injuries occur in about 40% of type III (Gartland’s classification) supracondylar fractures Earlier literature stated that radial nerve was the most commonly injured nerve in supracondylar fractures
Gartland classified supracondylar fractures into 3 types. They are: Type I – Undisplaced Type II – Displaced, but posterior cortex is intact Type III – Displaced but posterior
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