Pulmonary Embolism: An Overview of Causes, Diagnosis and Management
Summary for Pulmonary Embolism Pulmonary embolism is a life-threatening medical condition due to blockage of pulmonary vessels by a thrombus originating typically in the leg’s…
What is Dysphagia? Definition, Presentation and Management
Introduction to Dysphagia Swallowing (also called deglutition) is a complex process that involves the propulsion of food bolus from the oral cavity to the stomach…
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: An overview
Summary Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most common diseases encountered by a primary care physician. It can significantly impact the quality of…
An Overview of Lung Cancer
Summary Lung cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide. It is associated with high mortality since it is commonly diagnosed in late stages….
A General Overview of Peptic Ulcer Disease
Introduction – Overview of Peptic Ulcer Disease Summary Peptic ulcer disease is a prevalent gastrointestinal pathology that affects a considerable proportion of the global population….
5 Common Types of Shock: An Overview of Diagnosis and Management
Summary Shock is a hemodynamic state characterized by impaired tissue perfusion. Each type of shock comprises a wide variety of causes that require prompt assessment…
An Overview of Acute Pericarditis
Summary Acute pericarditis is the inflammation of the pericardium. the possible cause of acute pericarditis can be classified into three groups: infectious, non-infectious, and hypersensitivity…
What is Atherosclerosis | Overview
Summary of Atherosclerosis Cardiovascular diseases play an important role in the modern world’s structure of morbidity and mortality. Of all the other underlying causes, atherosclerosis…
Cellulitis Diagnosis and Management
Summary Cellulitis is a common infection in the skin and subcutaneous tissues. The most common cause of cellulitis is beta-hemolytic Streptococci and Staphyloccocus aureus. It is usually…
Dyspnea Due to Respiratory Causes, an Overview
Dyspnea Due to Respiratory Causes, an Overview Summary Dyspnea is a subjective feeling of difficulty breathing, also known as shortness of breath. It is a…