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Caplan Syndrome
Overview Caplan syndrome, also known as rheumatoid pneumoconiosis, is a rare condition seen in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have had occupational exposure to inhaled dust, particularly coal dust or silica. It is characterised by multiple, rounded pulmonary nodules and underlying pneumoconiosis. It primarily affects middle-aged male coal workers and is now rare in…
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Mitral Stenosis
Overview Mitral stenosis causes an obstruction to blood flow from the left atrium to left ventricle usually as a result of rheumatic heart disease. The stenosis results in increased pressure in the left atrium, pulmonary vasculature and right side of heart. Mitral valve disease is a frequent cause of heart failure and death. Mitral valve area:…
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Psoriatic Arthritis
Overview Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic, immune-mediated inflammatory arthritis associated with psoriasis, affecting up to 30% of patients with skin psoriasis. It commonly presents in adults aged 30–50 years, with equal gender distribution. The disease is highly variable, involving peripheral joints, axial skeleton, entheses, and skin/nails. Delay in diagnosis is common and can result…
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Asthma
Overview Asthma is a chronic airway inflammation disorder due to complex interactions between inflammatory cells, mediators and airway cells. In young children in whom lung function testing is not feasible, including most preschool children, asthma is defined by the presence of variable respiratory symptoms. Asthma is one of the most common causes of presentation to the Emergency…
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Enteropathic Arthritis
Overview Enteropathic arthritis is a subtype of spondyloarthropathy associated with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), particularly Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. It affects up to 20% of IBD patients, with a variable presentation involving axial and/or peripheral joints. The arthritis may run parallel to intestinal disease activity or occur independently, often with enthesitis or dactylitis. It…
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Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Overview Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) exists on a spectrum of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy (NVP). NVP refers to symptoms of nausea, vomiting or dry retching commencing in the first trimester, with no other cause identified. 1 HG refers to severe, persistent vomiting that may result in malnutrition, dehydration, weight loss and debility due to illness.…
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Nephritic Syndrome
Overview Nephritic syndrome is one of two clinical patterns seen in glomerular disease. Nephritic Syndrome is characterised by haematuria, proteinuria, hypertension and oligouria. Nephritic syndrome can be further classified based on light microscopic features: Focal Diffuse Glomerular Disease: Disease effecting the glomerulus. Glomerular disease reduces the ability of the kidneys to maintain a balance of certain substances in…
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Cardiology – Heart Physiology II (Muscle contraction and Pacemaker activity)
Explore how cardiac muscle contraction is triggered and coordinated, including the role of calcium ions and excitation-contraction coupling. This video also covers pacemaker activity and how specialized cells in the heart generate and regulate rhythmic impulses for consistent heartbeat.
Respiration Gas Exchange
Learn how gas exchange occurs in the lungs, where oxygen is absorbed into the blood and carbon dioxide is released. This video explains the roles of alveoli, partial pressure gradients, and hemoglobin in efficient respiratory gas transport.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome – runner's knee
Patellofemoral syndrome also known as runners knee is a common overuse disorder of the knee joint, specifically of the patellofemoral region that can not be attributed to another pathology such as a meniscus tear, tendonitis or bursitis. It typically presents as anterior knee pain behind the patella and is aggravated by activities that involve loading…
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Medical science is complex. Understanding it should feel possible.
Armando Hasudungan turns difficult medical science into clear visual explanations and connected learning experiences—so learners can see the whole picture, remember what matters and find a clearer way forward.
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Aortic Aneurysm
Overview An aortic aneurysm is a pathological dilatation of the aorta caused by weakening of the arterial wall. It may involve the aortic root, ascending aorta, arch, descending thoracic aorta, thoracoabdominal aorta or abdominal aorta. Most aortic aneurysms are asymptomatic and are discovered incidentally or through screening. Progressive enlargement increases the risk of rupture, dissection,…
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