Σάββατο 31 Οκτωβρίου 2009

iodine

http://www.stoller-eser.com/factsheet/iodine.pdf

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

Κυριακή 25 Οκτωβρίου 2009

Aradigm AERx System

http://www.aradigm.com/technologies.html

Mucociliary escalator


http://www.colorado.edu/Outreach/BSI/k12activities/interactive/actidhpamucociliary.html

Τρίτη 20 Οκτωβρίου 2009

Calf muscle


COPD

http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease/Pages/Introduction.aspx

Free NHS Health Checks

http://www.dh.gov.uk/en/Publicationsandstatistics/Publications/DH_097490
http://www.dh.gov.uk/prod_consum_dh/groups/dh_digitalassets/@dh/@en/documents/digitalasset/dh_097495.pdf
http://www.nhs.uk/Planners/NHSHealthCheck/Pages/NHSHealthCheck.aspx

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


Groin = βουβώνας, βουβωνική χώρα

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

Κυριακή 18 Οκτωβρίου 2009

Malnutrition

http://www.bapen.org.uk/pdfs/must/must_full.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

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

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."

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