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Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Anatomy

Understanding Pericarditis: Types, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options

Pericarditis inflammation of the pericardium results in decrease of serous fluid Pericarditis is a medical condition that occurs when the pericardium, which is the membrane that surrounds...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Anatomy

Understanding Pericarditis: Symptoms, Consequences, and Treatment Options

Consequences of pericarditis Pericardial layers rub, bind and stick to each other forming painful adhesions Pericarditis is an inflammation of the pericardium, which is the sac-like lining...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Anatomy

Understanding Heart Chambers: A Comprehensive Guide to the Four Chambers of the Heart

How many chambers are there in the heart and which ones? Four of them, atria (left and right) and ventricles (left and right) There are four chambers...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Anatomy

Abductor Muscles: The Key Players in Stability and Balance

abductor muscle that on contraction draws away from the middle The term “abductor” refers to a muscle that moves a body part away from the midline of...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Anatomy

Exploring the Function and Anatomy of Adductor Muscles in the Human Body: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments for Injuries

adductor muscle that draws a part toward the middle The adductor muscles are a group of muscles located in the inner thigh region of the body. These...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Anatomy

Amputation: Common Reasons, Risks, and Rehabilitation Strategies

amputation surgical or traumatic removal of a limb, part, or other appendage Amputation is the surgical removal of a limb or a portion of a limb that...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Anatomy

Understanding Antagonists: Exploring Their Role in Biology, Pharmacology, and Beyond

antagonist Muscle that counteracts the action of another muscle; when one contracts, the other relaxes In biology and pharmacology, an antagonist refers to a substance or chemical...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Anatomy

The Importance of Aponeurosis in Muscular Function and Stability

aponeurosis A strong, flat sheet of fibrous connective tissue that serves as a tendon to attach muscles to bone or as fascia to bind muscles together or...