Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD | Medically reviewed by Robin Backlund, BHSc Last update: What is isolated systolic hypertension (ISH)? ISH is a form of blood pressure disorder that affects 1-5% of the population based on demographics, while it affects more than 15% of the elderly population over 60 years, according to a STATPearl publication by Dr. Jian Liang Tan & Dr. Kshitij Thakur. This condition deviates from general ... Xem chi tiết
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Factors that influence persistence or recurrence of high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion with positive margins after the loop electrosurgical excision procedure: a retrospective study
Worldwide, cervical cancer is the most common malignant tumor of the female reproductive system. Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) 2/3, which is also called high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL) according to the Bethesda system, is a well-defined precursor lesion of cervical invasive squamous cell carcinoma and is much more frequent than its invasive counterpart. Cervical cancer can be prevented by early ... Xem chi tiết
Ultrasound renal denervation for hypertension resistant to a triple medication pill (RADIANCE-HTN TRIO): a randomised, multicentre, single-blind, sham-controlled trial
Background: Endovascular renal denervation reduces blood pressure in patients with mild-to-moderate hypertension, but its efficacy in patients with true resistant hypertension has not been shown. We aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of endovascular ultrasound renal denervation in patients with hypertension resistant to three or more antihypertensive medications. Methods: In a randomised, international, multicentre, ... Xem chi tiết
Blood Pressure 168/88 mmHg: What Does It Indicate?
Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD | Medically reviewed by Robin Backlund, BHSc Last update: What does a 168/88 blood pressure mean? The blood pressure value of 168/88 mmHg clearly indicates that the person is suffering from stage 2 hypertension. This is a medical condition experienced by an individual when their blood pressure readings are [>=140 for systolic and >=90 for diastolic]. Here is a blood pressure chart ... Xem chi tiết
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1.1. BackgroundCervical cancer is a leading cause of mortality among women. In 2020, an estimated 604 000 women were diagnosed with cervical cancer worldwide and about 342 000 women died from the disease. Cervical cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in 23 countries and is the leading cause of cancer death in 36 countries. The vast majority of these countries are in sub-Saharan Africa, Melanesia, South America, and ... Xem chi tiết
How does lisinopril work?
What class of drug is lisinopril and what is lisinopril used for? Lisinopril is an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor, also known as an “ACE inhibitor”. ACE inhibitors prevent ACE I, an enzyme in the body, from producing angiotensin II, a substance that narrows blood vessels. When used as prescribed, lisinopril causes the blood vessels in the body to relax, which decreases blood pressure. Lisinopril is used to lower high ... Xem chi tiết
Two types of blood pressure meds prevent heart events equally, but side effects differ
Research Highlights: In an analysis of almost 3 million patients taking a single high blood pressure medication for the first time, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) were as good as angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors at preventing cardiovascular events linked to hypertension, including heart attack, stroke and heart failure. 51 possible side effects and safety concerns were examined: The patients taking ARBs ... Xem chi tiết
Blood Pressure 138/77: What Does It Indicate?
Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD | Medically reviewed by Robin Backlund, BHSc Last update: What does a 138/77 blood pressure mean? A blood pressure reading of 138/77 indicates that the person is in the initial stage of hypertension, a diagnosis that requires confirmation by a trained physician over time. Here is a blood pressure chart according to the latest guidelines of American Heart Association (AHA). When blood pressure ... Xem chi tiết
HCG Foods New for the 800 Calorie HCG Diet – 2024
New HCG foods for 2024 are based on the popularity of the Keto Diet. Offering very low net carbs and high protein many Keto products that are low in fat can be substituted for the older HCG selections. HCG foods selections for the 800 calorie HCG diet in Miami have changed dramatically in the last 24 months.Its all due to the popularity of the Keto Diet and the introduction of many of the prepared foods that can be shared with ... Xem chi tiết
Local USCIS Office in Fort Myers, Florida
Contact Us The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has field offices in various parts of the country. These offices are the venue for interviews of applicants, citizenship ceremonies, and other in-person services. The network of USCIS offices is divided into four regions - West, Northeast, Southeast, and Central - and 26 Districts. There is usually more than one field office in a district. The Fort Myers Field Office The ... Xem chi tiết