castration-resistant prostate cancer

Castration-resistant prostate cancer

Castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) is a form of prostate cancer that continues to progress despite androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), which is a cornerstone treatment for…
carnitine deficiency

Carnitine deficiency

Carnitine deficiency is a metabolic condition that occurs when the body lacks sufficient carnitine, a compound essential for energy production. This article explores its causes,…
carditis

Carditis

Carditis refers to the inflammation of the heart, which can affect one or more of its layers: the myocardium (heart muscle), pericardium (outer lining), or…
cardioversion of atrial flutter

Cardioversion of atrial flutter

Atrial flutter is a common cardiac arrhythmia characterized by a rapid and irregular atrial rhythm. Left untreated, it may lead to complications such as stroke,…
cardioversion of atrial fibrillation

Cardioversion of atrial fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common cardiac arrhythmia characterized by irregular and often rapid heart rhythms. Cardioversion, a standard treatment for AFib, aims to restore…
cardiogenic shock

Cardiogenic shock

Cardiogenic shock is a life-threatening condition characterized by the heart's inability to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. Often a complication of severe…