Coronary artery disease (CAD) and triple vessel disease (TVD) are heart conditions caused by atherosclerosis, a buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries. Triple vessel disease (TVD) is a specific type of CAD where three of the heart’s major arteries are...
Pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid in the pleural space, between the lung and the chest wall. It becomes trapped due to adhesions or scar tissue, making it harder to drain. Causes include pneumonia, infections, hemorrhage, malignancy, previous pleural...
Blood cancer in children, also known as pediatric hematologic malignancies, primarily involves cancers of blood-forming tissues, such as the bone marrow, lymphatic system, and blood cells. Common types include leukemia, lymphoma, and myelomas. The exact causes of most...
Overdose on calcium channel blockers (CCBs) and beta-blockers, commonly prescribed for high blood pressure and heart rhythm problems, can lead to severe and complex consequences. These drugs slow down the heart rate and relax blood vessels, but an overdose exaggerates...
The 24-hour pH Impedance Testing is a diagnostic procedure that evaluates acid and non-acid reflux in the oesophagus. It measures the frequency and volume of reflux and determines if it’s causing symptoms or damaging the oesophagus. Typically, the procedure is...