Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) is a way to treat kidney stones without having surgery. To begin, the exact location of the stone will be found using an X-ray or ultrasound device. Then the machine will aim shock waves at the kidney stone which will break up the

Most Popular: Screening for Lung Cancer Screening for lung cancer means looking for signs of cancer in your lungs before you have symptoms. Screening can help find cancer at an early stage. This can make treating it easier because the cancer might not have spread.

Surgery Explained: Robotic Gastric Sleeve If you suffer from severe obesity and have been unable to lose weight, your doctor may recommend robotic bariatric surgery. Bariatric surgery helps you lose weight by decreasing the size of your stomach so that it holds less food and

In the News: Mastectomy or Lumpectomy? Reassuring New Data for Young Women webmd.com/breast-cancer/… "New research suggests the likelihood of cancer recurring (coming back) in the same breast or nearby lymph nodes isn't related to her choice of surgical treatment – removing

Custom Animation: Our Work in the Education Sector Innate Lymphoid Cells Client: Nature Innate lymphoid cells (ILCs) play an important role in the fight against pathogens. In the gut mucosa, these cells reinforce the epithelial barrier and represent the first line of defense.

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Narrated Physiology Animations In a nerve impulse, the trigger zone sends an electrical signal down the axon toward the space between neurons called a synapse or to a target cell membrane. Explore how this happens! #HealthLiteracy #NervousSystem #MedicalAnimations

The human body is a work of science - and art! This stock medical illustration features an editorial image of the anatomy of the female thorax, right shoulder and pelvis musculoskeletal structures, and the cardiovascular system on a parchment textured background. #MedicalArt

🦶👣 Fun Fact Friday: Your feet have 25% of all the bones in your body — that’s 52 bones total! Each foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments. No wonder they get tired — they’re biomechanical masterpieces! 🏃♂️🦶 #MedicalFacts #FootHealth

In the News: Why BMI Still Won’t Die webmd.com/obesity/news/2… "Over the past decade, a growing number of doctors and scientists have argued that BMI as a health metric is past its sell-by date. But before we talk about what’s wrong with BMI and what health professionals can use

Electrocardiogram (ECG) Procedure This medical illustration depicts an electrocardiogram (ECG) procedure. The image shows electrodes with blue pads placed on the semitransparent torso of a patient. These electrodes are attached to wires leading to an ECG monitor, which displays

Surgery Explained: Knee Arthroscopy Knee arthroscopy is used in the diagnosis and treatment of a number of knee disorders and injuries. One common use is in the treatment of meniscal tears. Injuries or arthritis can cause the menisci to become torn, resulting in knee pain,

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Custom Animation: Our Work in the Education Sector Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome Client: Nationwide Children’s If a baby has hypoplastic left heart syndrome, their doctor may recommend the hybrid stage I treatment approach. The goal of the procedure is to improve blood flow

Immunization Awareness Month – CDC National Immunization Awareness Month raises awareness about the importance of vaccination across people's lifespans to help protect communities from serious diseases. The CDC encourages people to talk to a healthcare provider they trust

🥦 Ever wonder what happens after you eat? It’s not just about what you eat — it’s about what your body can absorb. 👀 From your stomach to your small intestine, your food is broken down into nutrients your body actually uses — like amino acids, glucose, and vitamins. 💡 Pro

The human body is a work of science - and art! Anatomy of the Thorax: This stock medical illustration features an editorial image of the anatomy of the male thorax and lungs on a parchment textured background. The left lung is shown in cut-section offering a view of the internal

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A venogram (also called phlebography) is a diagnostic imaging test used to visualize veins, typically to check for: - Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) — blood clots in the veins, especially in the legs - Abnormal vein anatomy, malformations,, or blockages - Varicose veins - Venous