Ultrasound

Question 1 What are her risk factors for developing a VTE? (Identify all factors) Answer to Question 1 The risk factors that predisposes Mrs. X to develop a venous thromboembolism (VTE) are: advanced age, malignancy (cholangiocarcinoma), trauma (multiple falls), and recent major livery surgery (Schwartz & Rote, 2014, p. 1048-1050). Patients who are in their advanced ages are at risk in developing a VTE due to slower blood flow in their veins (Schwartz & Rote, 2014, p. 1048). Additionally,…

Stroke What is stroke? Stroke is characterized by brain damage due to bleeding or a loss of blood supply to the brain. This often leads to long-term disability caused by symptoms such as paralysis, trouble swallowing and speaking, and loss of vision. It is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. In fact, people with stroke have a very high risk of developing a heart attack. Due to the importance of this condition, it is critical that patients understand its causes, symptoms,…

Mitral Valve Prolapse is a very common heart condition; with one in four people having it with a lot of them not even knowing they have it. Mitral Valve Prolapse is the improper closure of the valve in the heart between the upper and lower chambers. The mitral valve in the heart consists of two flaps and when they do not close properly, it causes the prolapse. It can cause extra blood to leak into the heart. Mitral Valve Prolapse consists of two forms, classic and non-classic. Classic is when…

CANCER RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT OVARIAN CANCER SECTION A Ovarian cancer grows in the cells which make up the ovaries; the ovary, fallopian tube, and uterus. These cells are part of the female reproductive system, and are essential in the fertilization of eggs to create a fetus (Ovarian Cancer Alliance, 2014). Cancer is caused by abnormal cells which grow and spread rapidly to other areas of the body through the bloodstream (metastasis). These cells can form a tumor and follow the process of…

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most imperative thing to know about it, though, is that often females with milder forms of uterine prolapse don't know that they have it at all, and even more serious versions might not be understandable to anyone who doesn't have easy access to an ultrasound or a gynecological…

Transient Synovitis of the Hip Transient synovitis is a common childhood condition involving pain, swelling, irritation, and limited motion of the hip joint. This usually only affects one hip joint. Transient means that the condition gradually gets better on its own. Transient synovitis of the hip often develops after an upper respiratory or gastrointestinal infection. Another name for this condition is toxic synovitis. CAUSES The exact cause of this condition is not known. RISK FACTORS…

Pre-treatment work-up included gray-scale and color Doppler ultrasound (US) examination, as well as non enhanced and dual-phase contrast material–enhanced helical computed tomography (CT) using a spiral CT unit (PQ 6000; Marconi-Philips, Cleveland, Ohio). The first nonenhanced scanning over the entire liver with 8-mm…

The exact cause of Turner Syndrome is unknown ,but scientists think it is caused by an error in the separation of the parents sex chromosomes. Before girls are born they are tested for TS using a certain ultrasound. They also have genetic testing for pregnant women during their first trimester. Many people are concerned that their girls are going to have TS when they are born. The most common symptom of TS is short stature. Many women with TS will only grow up to 4”8in. Another common…

Treatments such as cold or heat application, deep tissue massage, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound may be used prior to exercise. During physical therapy, the patient will practice a range of exercises to stretch and strengthen the muscles that support your neck. The patient will also learn how to improve their posture and range of motion. To…