Saphenous incontinence: what it is and the latest techniques to treat it
More commonly known as varicose pathology, saphenous incontinence is the condition that gives rise to the…
What is bilirubin and why measure it?
Bilirubin is a component of bile; it is largely produced by the breakdown of haemoglobin following the destruction…
Amaxophobia, the fear of driving
Let's talk about amaxophobia: nowadays, fear of driving is a rather widespread discomfort, despite the fact that it…
Respiratory distress emergencies: patient management and stabilisation
Respiratory distress (or shortness of breath) is the third most common emergency that EMS professionals respond to,…
Colposcopy: what is it?
Colposcopy came into being thanks to Hans Hinselmann in 1921 who, a professor extraordinaire at the University of…
What is a brain biopsy?
A brain biopsy consists of taking one or more pieces of brain tissue for microscopic testing. The aim of this type…
Horton's arteritis: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this vasculitis
Also called giant cell arteritis, gigantocellular arteritis or temporal arteritis, Horton's arteritis is a form of…
Vaginitis: symptoms and how to treat it
Among the most common diseases of the female genital apparatus is vaginitis, an inflammation of the vagina that can…
Cardiovascular diseases: what are angiology and vascular surgery examinations
Cardiovascular diseases are pathologies affecting the circulatory system, from the heart to the blood vessels and…
Retinal detachment: symptoms and causes
Retinal detachment is one of the most frequent causes of sudden vision loss, the prognosis of which is worse when…