System: Digestive System

Learn about the common causes and underlying mechanisms of bowel obstruction, including mechanical and functional types. This video explains the pathophysiology, key clinical signs, and potential complications of intestinal blockage.

Understand how alcohol (ethanol) is metabolized in the body, including key biochemical pathways involving alcohol dehydrogenase and acetaldehyde. This video explains the physiological effects of alcohol on various organ systems…

Discover the key clinical signs, pathophysiology, and complications of liver cirrhosis in this comprehensive medical video. Learn how cirrhosis is diagnosed, investigated, and managed, including treatment strategies and monitoring approaches.

Understand the pathophysiology of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), focusing on the immune mechanisms driving Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. This video also highlights the major complications of IBD, including fistulas,…

This video explains Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), highlighting the key differences between Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis in terms of pathology, symptoms, and affected areas. Learn about their causes, complications,…

Understand the step-by-step process of Vitamin B12 digestion and absorption, from dietary intake to cellular uptake. This video breaks down the key roles of intrinsic factor, the stomach, and the…

Learn the physiology of lipoproteins and cholesterol, including their types, functions, and roles in lipid transport and metabolism. This video breaks down complex pathways like LDL, HDL, and VLDL for…

Understand calcium and phosphate regulation in endocrinology, focusing on the roles of PTH, vitamin D, and calcitonin. This video breaks down hormonal control mechanisms and their impact on bone, kidney,…

Discover the molecular effects of butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid, on gut health, inflammation, and gene expression. This video explains how butyrate influences epigenetic regulation, immune modulation, and intestinal barrier…

Learn how starch fermentation occurs in the digestive tract, producing short-chain fatty acids like butyrate, acetate, and propionate. This video explains the role of gut microbiota in breaking down complex…