surgical hemostasis adjunct

Surgical Hemostasis Adjuncts

Effective hemostasis is critical to the success of surgical procedures, directly influencing patient outcomes and operative efficiency. While conventional methods such as ligation, cautery, and…
supraventricular tachycardia

Supraventricular Tachycardia

Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) encompasses a group of arrhythmias characterized by an abnormally rapid heart rate originating above the ventricles. This condition can cause significant discomfort…
supraventricular arrhythmias

Supraventricular Arrhythmias

Supraventricular arrhythmias refer to abnormal heart rhythms that originate above the ventricles, specifically in the atria or the atrioventricular (AV) node. These arrhythmias range from…
suprapubic pain

Suprapubic Pain

Suprapubic pain, located just above the pubic bone in the lower abdomen, is a common but multifaceted symptom encountered in clinical practice. It may be…
suppression of the gag reflex

Suppression of the Gag Reflex

The gag reflex, or pharyngeal reflex, is a normal protective response triggered by stimulation of the oropharyngeal region. While its purpose is to prevent aspiration,…
superficial ocular infection

Superficial Ocular Infection

Superficial ocular infections are localized infections affecting the outermost layers of the eye and its adnexa, including the conjunctiva, corneal epithelium, eyelid margins, and lacrimal…
superficial basal cell carcinoma

Superficial Basal Cell Carcinoma

Superficial basal cell carcinoma (sBCC) is the second most common subtype of basal cell carcinoma (BCC), the most prevalent form of skin cancer globally. Unlike…
sulfadiazine toxicity

Sulfadiazine Toxicity

Sulfadiazine, a sulfonamide antimicrobial agent, is widely used in the treatment of various bacterial infections and toxoplasmosis, often in combination with pyrimethamine. Despite its therapeutic…