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- New in the treatment of osteosarcomaWhat's new in the treatment of osteosarcoma? Much research on osteosarcoma is now being conducted in many medical centers, university hospitals, and other institutions around the world. New in understanding of osteosarcoma cells Researchers are learning more about what makes osteosarcoma cells different from normal bone cells. Learning more about changes in cells may lead to…
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Neck spurs disease and its problems
Osteoarthritis of the neck beaks is one of the common neck problems in which people suffer from unpleasant pain in addition to many secondary symptoms related to the position of the vertebrae. What is beak disease? Bony beaks are areas of excess bony growth that people get after advancing age, especially after sixty, and bony beaks may occur in…
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Robotic knee replacement surgery and everything related to it
Robotic knee joint replacement is one of the advanced surgeries that requires special preparation and quality equipment, as the robot does not replace the joint on its own, but requires a skilled surgeon to guide it. What is the robotic knee joint replacement procedure? Robotic knee replacement surgery is similar to traditional knee surgeries where a consultant orthopedic surgeon removes tissue…
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All you need to know about gout in the foot
Gout disease in the foot, also known as the disease of kings, is arthritis as a result of the accumulation of uric acid crystals in it, after which patients suffer from many and varied symptoms such as bouts of pain, difficulty walking, and redness of the big toe. What is gout? Gout is a type of arthritis that causes sudden attacks of…
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What is carpal tunnel syndrome disease
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a term that describes compression of the median nerve in the palmar part of the wrist, causing pain, tingling, numbness, and poor movement in the palm of the hand. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Anatomy Anatomy plays an essential role in the occurrence of this syndrome, as our wrist (wrist) has two sides, one side of the palm of the hand and one side of the back of the hand, which are…
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Home and natural neck sprain treatment
Treatment of neck sprain usually occurs gradually, starting with rest and relief of neck pain, all the way to physical therapy. Neck sprain usually occurs when sleeping in the wrong position. Treating a neck sprain is no different from treating a sprain anywhere in the body, and recovery usually occurs gradually over time through the application of treatment methods. Sprains cause neck pain and headaches…
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broken finger; Methods of diagnosis and treatment
A broken finger is one of the common injuries that a person may be exposed to during his life. It may seem simple at times, but it may cause serious problems in the event of negligence or failure of treatment. Through your fingers you can carry out your basic daily tasks, so any damage to them, such as a broken finger, may lead to annoying problems,…
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Best methods of knee collateral ligament treatment
The treatment of the knee collateral ligament is often done conservatively (non-surgically), which is the mainstay of treatment, but in some cases surgical treatment may be required. The treatment of the knee collateral ligament varies according to the degree of injury. The medial collateral ligament injury is classified into 3 degrees, depending on the injury. The medial collateral ligament of the knee is the most commonly injured ligament,…
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dislocation of the hand joint; From diagnosis to treatment
Dislocation of the hand joint occurs when any of the bones in the wrist is out of place, and it is classified among the serious injuries because it may lead to the complete loss of hand function if it is not treated properly. In this article, we talk about dislocation of the hand joint, listing the causes leading to it, its symptoms, and providing different treatment options for it. Follow us on this…
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Ilizarov surgery - all its benefits and risks
The Ilizarov process is a surgical procedure in which the Ilizarov device is used to stabilize the bones from the outside, and the Ilizarov operations may be used to stabilize some fractures and to lengthen the stature. The Ilizarov operation is an external fixation of bones, and it is one of the common operations for fixing severe open fractures in children and adults and is usually used…
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carpal boss; Is it a serious problem?
A protrusion of the carpal bone is a healthy bony protrusion that appears in the wrist. The protrusion may cause symptoms that impede movement of the wrist, and some may consider it a distortion in the shape of the hand, but it may indicate a more serious problem. The main cause of wrist bone protrusion is unknown, but it occurs frequently in cases of bruises and repetitive sports activities such as golf and tennis. It is common to have prominence…
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Bone marrow transplant - its importance and complications
A marrow transplant is used to replace damaged stem cells in the bone tissue to recreate blood normally. Bone marrow transplant is used to treat many diseases. The marrow transplant requires healthy stem cells, which may be from the same patient or from another patient, and this process is used to treat many diseases such as…
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neck tendonitis; Its symptoms and treatment
Neck tendonitis is irritation of the tendons that pass through the neck, causing symptoms, the most important of which is pain in the neck that may spread to the shoulder. Rest is the most important factor in treating the disease. Neck tendonitis is common when neck is subjected to repetitive stress, such as sitting at the computer for long periods. It also occurs when sleeping in the wrong position, which affects…
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foot fractures; All you need to know
Foot fractures can happen to any bone in the foot. The amount of force causing this fracture ranges from a minor injury or light bump to a strong blow and severe injury. But what are the causes that lead to foot fractures? What are the different types and locations of this fracture? And how dangerous is it and its impact on the daily habits that...