Hemodialysis is a process that uses a membrane (dialyzer) to: Remove wastes, such as urea, from the blood. Restore the proper balance of electrolytes in the blood. Eliminate extra fluid from the body.

Although the exact cause of abdominal aortic aneurysms is unknown, a number of factors may play a role, including: Tobacco use. ... Hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis). ... High blood pressure. ... Blood vessel diseases in the aorta. ... Infection in the aorta. ... Trauma. ... Heredity.

I have elevated prolactin levels. What does this mean? What can I do to regulate my hormones? watch to learn more

Corneal cross-linking (CXL) is an in-office eye procedure that strengthens the cornea if it's been weakened by keratoconus, other corneal disease, or (rarely) a complication of LASIK surgery. Alternative and brand names for the procedure include corneal cross-linking, corneal collagen cross-linking, C3-R, CCL and KXL.

Mode of action of NNRTIs

ENT Physical Examination Lecture

Watch a successful venipuncture on an 82 year old patient with a history of failed IV access. Veinlite makes one-stick venipuncture possible on even the most challenging patients.

Anatomy of Superficial Thorax and Abdomen

Anatomy of The Pharynx

A video demonstrating the proper insertion of the Quicktrach emergency cricothyrotomy device.

This is a demonstration of the Kocher's method of relocating a dislocated shoulder

Congenital heart defects I: ASD, VSD, AS, PS, PDA and PFO

Blood enters the heart through two large veins, the inferior and superior vena cava, emptying oxygen-poor blood from the body into the right atrium. As the atrium contracts, blood flows from your right atrium into your right ventricle through the open tricuspid valve.

Histology of Appendix

Histology of Aorta Elastic Stain

Histology of Tooth Development