Diseases & Conditions
Peripheral Arterial Embolism
Peripheral arterial embolism (PAE) is a sudden blockage of an artery in the limbs due to an embolus—commonly a blood clot—that tra…
Perioperative Tachycardia
Perioperative tachycardia is defined as a sustained heart rate exceeding 100 beats per minute occurring before, during, or after s…
Perioperative Mydriasis
Perioperative mydriasis refers to the dilation of the pupils during or around the time of surgery, typically resulting from pharma…
Perioperative Hypertension
Perioperative hypertension refers to elevated blood pressure occurring in the preoperative, intraoperative, or postoperative phase…
Periodontitis Adjunct Therapy
Periodontitis adjunct therapy encompasses supplementary treatment modalities designed to augment conventional mechanical debrideme…
Periodontitis
Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the supportive structures of the teeth, including the gingiva, periodont…
Periodontal Infection
Periodontal infection refers to the inflammatory condition affecting the supporting structures of the teeth, including the gums, p…
Pericarditis
Pericarditis is an inflammatory condition affecting the pericardium, the thin, double-layered sac that surrounds and protects the …
Pericardial Malignant Effusion
Pericardial malignant effusion refers to the accumulation of fluid in the pericardial sac surrounding the heart, due to cancerous …
Perianal Irritation
Perianal irritation, medically known as pruritus ani, is a common yet distressing condition characterized by itching, burning, red…
Perennial Allergic Rhinitis
Perennial allergic rhinitis is a chronic inflammatory condition of the nasal passages, triggered by allergens that persist through…
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) has revolutionized the management of coronary artery disease. However, despite advances i…