What is portosystemic shunting? A portosystemic shunt (PSS) is an abnormal connection between the portal vascular system and systemic circulation. This means that a portion…
What blood levels indicate preeclampsia? Severe preeclampsia occurs when a pregnant woman has any of the following: Systolic blood pressure of 160 mmHg or higher…
What is the metaphyseal diaphyseal junction? We reviewed 16 metaphyseal-diaphyseal junction (MDJ) fractures treated over the four-year period 1997 to 2000. MDJ fractures occur in…
