Σάββατο 31 Οκτωβρίου 2009
Πέμπτη 29 Οκτωβρίου 2009
Τετάρτη 28 Οκτωβρίου 2009
Lidosite
Lidosite is an iontophoretic system of delivery of lidocaine.
http://www.bbraunusa.com/images/bbraun_usa/lido_prescribing_info.pdf
Iontophoresis is the introduction of ionizable drugs throug intact skin by the administration of continuous, direct electrical current into the tissues of the body.
http://www.aetna.com/cpb/medical/data/200_299/0229.html
http://www.bbraunusa.com/images/bbraun_usa/lido_prescribing_info.pdf
Iontophoresis is the introduction of ionizable drugs throug intact skin by the administration of continuous, direct electrical current into the tissues of the body.
http://www.aetna.com/cpb/medical/data/200_299/0229.html
Κυριακή 25 Οκτωβρίου 2009
Mucociliary escalator
http://www.colorado.edu/Outreach/BSI/k12activities/interactive/actidhpamucociliary.html
Πέμπτη 22 Οκτωβρίου 2009
Manuka honey
Sterile manuka honey dressings are well-known for their antiseptic properties.
It is coming from leptospermum species.
Τρίτη 20 Οκτωβρίου 2009
Hernia Operation
"What's involved?
Hernia surgery is to repair inguinal hernia, femoral hernia, incisional hernia and umbilical hernia.
A hernia is a lump that occurs when some of the contents of the abdomen push through a weakness in the muscles of the abdominal wall. The aim of a hernia repair operation is to push the intestine back in place and strengthen the abdominal wall.
There are several different types of hernia. A hernia at the navel (belly button) is called an umbilical hernia. Inguinal and femoral hernias are located in the groin. An incisional hernia results from a weakness in the abdominal wall caused by previous surgery.
Hernias are usually repaired under general anaesthetic. Both open and ‘laparoscopic’ (key-hole) surgical techniques can be used. The procedures take around 45 minutes and you may need to stay overnight in hospital."
http://www.spirehealthcare.com/Our-Treatments/Body-Map-and-A-Z/A-Z-Treatments/Hernia-surgery/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=hernia%20operation
Hernia surgery is to repair inguinal hernia, femoral hernia, incisional hernia and umbilical hernia.
A hernia is a lump that occurs when some of the contents of the abdomen push through a weakness in the muscles of the abdominal wall. The aim of a hernia repair operation is to push the intestine back in place and strengthen the abdominal wall.
There are several different types of hernia. A hernia at the navel (belly button) is called an umbilical hernia. Inguinal and femoral hernias are located in the groin. An incisional hernia results from a weakness in the abdominal wall caused by previous surgery.
Hernias are usually repaired under general anaesthetic. Both open and ‘laparoscopic’ (key-hole) surgical techniques can be used. The procedures take around 45 minutes and you may need to stay overnight in hospital."
http://www.spirehealthcare.com/Our-Treatments/Body-Map-and-A-Z/A-Z-Treatments/Hernia-surgery/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=hernia%20operation
Δευτέρα 19 Οκτωβρίου 2009
Wounds
http://www.ms-information.org/medical/health-care-areas/surgical-ward/wound-care/wound-care-procedure.htm
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/wound_care/article_em.htm
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/wound_care/article_em.htm
Κυριακή 18 Οκτωβρίου 2009
Malnutrition
http://www.bapen.org.uk/pdfs/must/must_full.pdf
http://www.nice.org.uk/nicemedia/pdf/CG032NICEguideline.pdf
http://www.nice.org.uk/nicemedia/pdf/CG032NICEguideline.pdf
Obesity
http://www.foresight.gov.uk/Obesity/1International%20comparisons%20version%20for%20web%20publication%2030%20May.pdf
http://troktiko.blogspot.com/2009/10/blog-post_9582.html
http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2009/oct/25/obesity-rights-discrimination-nhs-cost
http://troktiko.blogspot.com/2009/10/blog-post_9582.html
http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2009/oct/25/obesity-rights-discrimination-nhs-cost
Παρασκευή 16 Οκτωβρίου 2009
Buccal delivery
http://www.aapspharmscitech.org/articles/pt0803/pt0803054/pt0803054_figure2.jpg
http://www.patentstorm.us/patents/5766620/claims.html
http://www.freepatentsonline.com/5650192.html
Τετάρτη 14 Οκτωβρίου 2009
VA111913
New anti-dysmenorrhoea drug in the pipeline by Vantia Therapeutics. It acts via the V1a blockade which leads to a reduction of the contractions and thus pain during menstrual cycle.
128 British and American women participate in phase 2 clinical trials at the moment.
Scaffold and Pharmacophore
http://www.chemcomp.com/journal/scaffold.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pharmacophore
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pharmacophore
Σάββατο 10 Οκτωβρίου 2009
GUM clinics
"Sexual health clinics are sometimes known as genito-urinary medicine (GUM) clinics. They are usually located at your local hospital, or as part of another health centre, in a separate building. You can find your nearest sexual health clinic by visiting the Family Planning Association website (see 'further information), or by calling NHS Direct on 0845 4647.
Genito-urinary medicine deals with the male and female sexual organs and the urinary system (the system in the body that produces, stores and gets rid of urine). Your GP might refer you to a sexual health clinic if you have a problem with these parts of your body. You can also make an appointment to see someone at a sexual health clinic without being referred by your GP.
GUM clinics can usually give you tests for sexual and urinary health problems, such as:
•sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as syphilis, gonorrhoea, genital warts, and chlamydia,
•HIV or AIDs,
•cystitis (bladder infection), and
•other infections of the genitals, such as thrush.
At most GUM clinics you can make an appointment for a general check up, which also include tests for a range of STIs. Before starting a new sexual relationship, it's a good idea for you and your partner to be tested for any sexually transmitted infections. You might also want to have a check-up before trying for a baby.
GUM clinics can provide contraceptive advice, including free emergency contraception and condoms. Some clinics may also be able to fit cervical caps or diaphragms (a form of contraception), and provide cervical smear tests (a test to check for any abnormal cells in the neck of the womb). They can also offer advice and counselling on a range of sexual health issues, and provide support if you're having an HIV test, or if you have been diagnosed as HIV positive.
If you visit a GUM clinic, everything that is discussed is completely confidential. Your GP will not be told about your visit, and you do not have to give your real name if you do not want to."
Genito-urinary medicine deals with the male and female sexual organs and the urinary system (the system in the body that produces, stores and gets rid of urine). Your GP might refer you to a sexual health clinic if you have a problem with these parts of your body. You can also make an appointment to see someone at a sexual health clinic without being referred by your GP.
GUM clinics can usually give you tests for sexual and urinary health problems, such as:
•sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as syphilis, gonorrhoea, genital warts, and chlamydia,
•HIV or AIDs,
•cystitis (bladder infection), and
•other infections of the genitals, such as thrush.
At most GUM clinics you can make an appointment for a general check up, which also include tests for a range of STIs. Before starting a new sexual relationship, it's a good idea for you and your partner to be tested for any sexually transmitted infections. You might also want to have a check-up before trying for a baby.
GUM clinics can provide contraceptive advice, including free emergency contraception and condoms. Some clinics may also be able to fit cervical caps or diaphragms (a form of contraception), and provide cervical smear tests (a test to check for any abnormal cells in the neck of the womb). They can also offer advice and counselling on a range of sexual health issues, and provide support if you're having an HIV test, or if you have been diagnosed as HIV positive.
If you visit a GUM clinic, everything that is discussed is completely confidential. Your GP will not be told about your visit, and you do not have to give your real name if you do not want to."
http://www.nhs.uk/chq/pages/972.aspx
Τετάρτη 7 Οκτωβρίου 2009
Vaccine against cocaine dependence
There is a conjugated vaccine undergoing clinical trials which shows a reduction in cocaine dependence. In this case, the vaccine works by antibodies inoculation to our blood system. This antibodies attatch to cocaine and prevent it from crossing the blood-brain barrier and enter the brain causing effects like euphoria. 38% of the vaccinated population ended up having an adequate antiboy level being high for about 2 months, before they needed a booster vaccine. Higher antibody levels are more efficient than lower ones.
Immunotherapy is promising in reducing dependences to nicotine, heroin and methamphetamines as well.
Πέμπτη 1 Οκτωβρίου 2009
Superfetation in human beings
http://specials.msn.com/A-List/Superfetation.aspx?cp-searchtext=Superfetation&FORM=MSNHAL
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