Kidney stones can block urine flow and increase the risk of urinary tract infection (UTI). Recurrent UTIs can lead to the formation of infection stones called struvite stones. You may need a urologist ...

Anatomy is the field of biology that studies the structure of living things. Anatomy focuses on the composition, structure and location of the parts of organisms tissues, organs and systems as well as ...

A: Winter can be an amusing season for both you and your pet. For some dogs, there is nothing more exciting than playing in the snow. However, as fun as the snow may be, winter conditions can be ...

Lateral ankle sprain injury is the most common musculoskeletal injury incurred by individuals who participate in sports and recreational physical activities. Following initial injury, a high ...

Rebound tenderness refers to pain that occurs immediately after pressure is released from the abdomen. It may be a sign of peritonitis, which requires medical treatment. Rebound tenderness is ...

Abstract: Teleoperated medical robots have the potential to revolutionize healthcare. However, when developing systems for tasks like remote palpation, state-of-the-art literature still uses test ...

Abstract: Surgeons cannot directly touch the patient’s tissue in robot-assisted minimally invasive procedures. Instead, they must palpate using instruments inserted into the body through trocars. This ...

The vulva includes structures like the mons pubis, labia majora, and labia minora. The clitoris is located at the top of the vulva and is covered by the clitoral hood. Inside, the vagina connects the ...

The brain is a complex organ that controls thought, memory, emotion, touch, motor skills, vision, breathing, temperature, hunger and every process that regulates our body. Together, the brain and ...

Iliotibial band lesions constitute a potential source of discomfort and are frequently confounded with other conditions which cause pain on the lateral aspect of the hip, thigh and knee.