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DefinitionLumbar puncture? (LP) also known as a spinal tap?, is a medical procedure in which a needle is inserted into the spinal canal, most commonly to collect cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for...
DefinitionLung / Pulmonary Function Test? is a complete evaluation of the respiratory system including patient history, physical examinations, and tests of pulmonary function. The primary purpose of pulmonary...
DefinitionLung cancer is among the most deadly cancers for both men and women (rx). Its death rate exceeds that of the three most common cancers (colon?,...
Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne disease in the United States. This review details the risk factors, clinical? presentation, treatment, and prophylaxis for the disease....
DefinitionLymphadenopathy is a significant clinical? finding associated with acute? infection?, granulomatous disease, autoimmune disease?, and malignancy. The involvement of specific nodal groups is an indicator of...
DefinitionMagnesium deficiency or hypomagnesia (not to be confused with hypomagnesemia) refers to inadequate intake of dietary magnesium or impaired absorption of magnesium, which can result in numerous symptoms and diseases. It is generally...
DefinitionMajor depressive disorder also known as unipolar or major depression is characterized by a persistent feeling of sadness or a lack of interest in outside stimuli. It...
DefinitionMallet finger is an injury to the thin tendon? that straightens the end joint of a finger or thumb. Although it is also known as “baseball...
DefinitionManagement of Drug Interactions is a situation in which a substance (usually another drug) affects the activity of a drug when both are administered together. This action can be synergistic (when...
DefinitionMechanism of action (MOA) refers to the specific biochemical interaction through which a drug substance produces its pharmacological effect. A mechanism of action usually includes mention...
DefinitionMedial Meniscus? Injury is a crescent-shaped, cartilaginous band found between the medial tibia? and medial femur?. The primary function is to decrease the amount of stress...
