Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
Acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) refers to an abnormal growth of lymphocyte precursors or lymphoblasts.
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Patent Ductus Arteriosus
The ductus arteriosus is a fetal blood vessel that connects the pulmonary artery to the descending aorta. In patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), the lumen of the ductus remains open after birth.
Bile Duct Stones (Choledocholithiasis)
Diseases of the gallbladder and the biliary tract are common, and in most cases, painful conditions frequently require surgery and may be life-threatening.
Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) is a chronic respiratory disease common among crowded and poorly ventilated areas.
Fluid and Electrolytes, Acid-Base Balance
Fluid and electrolyte balance is a dynamic process that is crucial for life and homeostasis.
Cushing’s Syndrome
Cushing’s syndrome is a cluster of clinical abnormalities caused by excessive levels of adrenocortical hormones (particularly cortisol) or related corticosteroids and, to a lesser extent, androgens and aldosterone.
Cataract
One of the most common eye disorders is cataract. A cataract is a lens opacity or cloudiness.
Cystitis
Cystitis is the inflammation of the urinary bladder.
Sickle Cell Anemia
Sickle cell anemia is a severe hemolytic anemia that results from inheritance of the sickle hemoglobin gene.
Intracranial Aneurysm
An intracranial aneurysm is a dilation of the walls of a cerebral artery that develops as a result of weakness in the arterial wall.