Feline Calicivirus (FCV) is a highly contagious virus that causes respiratory infection and oral disease in cats. It spreads easily in multi-cat environments like shelters and breeding colonies. Learn more about its causes, transmission, and prevention.

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The causes, impacts, and management strategies for forest fires/wildfires. Learn about anthropogenic causes, natural causes like lightning, and the threat they pose to biodiversity and ecosystems.

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Cellular injury and its causes. This article explores different ways cells can be injured, including physical agents, radiation, chemicals, biologic agents, and nutritional imbalances.

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Acute pulmonary embolism (PE) is a significant issue in hospitalized patients, with current treatments focusing on anticoagulation and systemic thrombolysis. Surgical treatments have shown poor outcomes, leading to a rise in endovascular techniques aimed at reducing clot burden. A survey conducted i

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This educational content covers the basics of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), including definitions, pathophysiology, risk factors, prevention strategies, diagnosis, and treatment. Traumatic and non-traumatic risk factors for VTE in orthopedic patients are discussed, emphasiz

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Understanding the mortality burden related to caesarean deliveries (CD) in South Africa, this report highlights the need for safe CD practices amidst high maternal death rates. Factors influencing safe CD, checklists for accreditation, and strategies for action plans are discussed. The Case Fatality

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Fatigue is defined as an unpleasant symptom that affects an individual's normal functioning capacity. It can manifest as tiredness, weakness, or lack of energy. Common causes of fatigue include sleep loss, heavy physical or mental work, and chronic conditions like Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. The manag

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Explore the world of cybercrime through discussions on its causes, definitions, and consequences. Discover the motives behind cybercriminal activities, learn about the various online crimes committed, and decipher the impacts of such actions. Delve into themed activities like cracking codes, idea sh

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A prespecified subanalysis of the NOAH-AFNET 6 trial evaluated the efficacy and safety of edoxaban anticoagulation in patients with Atrial High-Rate Episodes (AHRE) lasting 24 hours compared to shorter episodes. Findings suggest that oral anticoagulation with edoxaban does not significantly reduce t

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American Society of Hematology (ASH) released guidelines in 2020 for the management of Venous Thromboembolism, focusing on deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. These guidelines cover prevention, treatment, and optimal management strategies. The recommendations are developed through a rigorou

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Disabilities can arise at various stages of life, including prenatal, perinatal, infancy, early childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and old age. The causes of disabilities can be categorized into prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal factors. Prenatal causes include genetic deformities, maternal health

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Stillbirth, the delivery of a baby with no signs of life after 20 completed weeks of pregnancy, can have profound emotional and social effects. Unexplained causes account for 50% of cases, with fetal, placental, and maternal factors contributing. Risk factors include obesity, maternal age, smoking,

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Photosensitization in animals is the activation of photodynamic chemicals on the skin by UV or visible light, leading to cellular damage and inflammation. Factors necessary for photosensitization include oxygen, sunlight, specific chemicals, and skin lacking pigments. Types of photosensitization inc

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Explore the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, including causes, effects, treatments, and associated problems. Compare the causes and treatments of both types of diabetes while evaluating modern methods of treatment. Understand the symptoms, lifestyle factors, and risk factors related t

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Anne Knisely, a 69-year-old female with a history of endometrial cancer, presented with left leg pain, pleuritic chest pain, and shortness of breath. Imaging revealed extensive bilateral pulmonary emboli, right heart strain, and lower extremity deep vein thrombi. She was managed with anticoagulation

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The UNICEF conceptual framework on the causes of malnutrition outlines the multidimensional factors contributing to malnutrition, categorized into immediate, underlying, and basic causes. Immediate causes include inadequate dietary intake and diseases, while underlying causes involve issues like ina

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A 69-year-old man with chest pain and pleural effusion presents with thromboembolism; a 22-year-old worker with fractures develops shock due to fat embolism; a postpartum woman dies from amniotic fluid embolism. The cases illustrate conditions like pulmonary embolism, fat embolism, and amniotic flui

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Nephritis is a serious medical condition characterized by inflammation of the nephrons in the kidneys. This inflammation can lead to various subtypes such as glomerulonephritis and interstitial nephritis, each with its own causes and symptoms. Common symptoms of nephritis include edema, changes in u

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In this environmental awareness information session presentation, the focus is on veldfires in South Africa. The presentation covers event objectives, causes of veldfires, their impact, and solutions to combat climate change. It emphasizes the importance of identifying causes, understanding impacts,

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Adaptable and open clinical trial infrastructure emphasizing collaborative leadership with shared responsibilities for successful trial implementation and data integrity. Encourages respectful ownership by investigators while engaging with NIH and SIREN to develop and fund important trials, includin

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The discussion delves into whether everything has a cause and if humans can comprehend all causes. It contrasts functional and formal approaches, questioning the universal expectation that phenomena have causes and if humans can identify them all. Various linguistic theories are referenced, emphasiz

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Over sixty years after the publication of Donald Davidson's seminal paper on Actions, Reasons, and Causes, there is ongoing debate about whether rationalization is a form of causal explanation. This article challenges Davidson's viewpoint and discusses the relation between reasons and actions, explo

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Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) refers to the narrowing of blood vessels outside the heart and brain, leading to reduced blood flow. This condition can result from atherosclerosis, inflammation, embolism, or thrombus formation. Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment strategies

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Thrombolytics are suggested for cardiac arrest from presumed PE despite lack of RCTs focusing on this subset. Studies on undifferentiated cardiac arrest did not show a survival benefit. Trials using tissue plasminogen activator in PEA arrest showed no significant difference in outcomes, while a stud

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Spinal canal stenosis is the abnormal narrowing of the spinal canal or intervertebral foramina, leading to compression of nerves and blood vessels. It can result in symptoms such as radiculopathy, claudication, myelopathy, and more. Cervical stenosis presents with arm pain and weakness, while lumbar

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Cause analysis, or CA, is a vital tool for investigating incidents, identifying underlying causes, and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence. By delving deep into the root causes of problems, CA enables organizations to make effective recommendations and address issues at their sourc

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Causal standards for illness attribution, toxins' role in disease onset and expression, and the impact of factors like smoking and contributing causes on health outcomes are explored. The distinction between certain and contributing causes, as well as the level of certainty in carcinogen classificat

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On-Orbit Anomaly Research (OOAR) at NASA's IV&V Facility involves studying mishaps related to space missions, identifying anomalies, and improving IV&V processes. The research delves into the causes of anomalies, such as operating system faults, and proximate causes like software deficiencies. Detai

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Explore the causes and classification of maternal and perinatal deaths, emphasizing the importance of determining the primary, contributory, and final causes of death. Learn how to categorize maternal deaths according to ICD-MM and perinatal deaths according to ICD-PM classifications. Delve into the

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Dig into Aristotle's theory of the 4 causes applied to inanimate objects, exploring the nature of something, the intellectual context regarding change, and the significance of causes in philosophical inquiry.

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Peptic ulcers are open sores that form in the stomach or upper small intestine, leading to symptoms like stomach pain, bloating, and nausea. Common causes include H. pylori infection and NSAID use. Recognizing symptoms, such as burning stomach pain, is crucial for timely diagnosis and management. Se

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Chronic sinusitis is a prevalent issue in Malaysia, affecting a significant portion of the population. This condition involves long-term inflammation of the sinuses, often recurring even after treatment. Common causes include allergies, inflammations, bone deformations, and sinus obstructions. Sympt

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Dyspnea, defined as breathing discomfort, can stem from respiratory or cardiovascular issues. Respiratory causes include airway diseases like asthma, pleural and lung diseases, and chest wall disorders. Meanwhile, cardiovascular causes involve left heart diseases, pulmonary vasculature issues, and p

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This content covers the major events and causes of World War II, detailing the timeline from the invasion of Poland to key declarations of war and military strategies employed. The causes are explored, including factors like the Treaty of Versailles, economic instability, fascist expansions, and the

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This informative content covers the causes and features of cyanotic congenital heart disease, including central cyanosis due to congenital heart diseases like Tetralogy of Fallot, pulmonary atresia, Ebstein anomaly, and more. It also discusses non-cardiac causes of cyanosis related to lung diseases,

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Rickets is a metabolic bone disorder primarily caused by vitamin D, calcium, or phosphorus deficiency. It leads to softening and weakening of bones, affecting young growing animals. Genetic defects, dietary deficiencies, and malabsorption are common causes. The pathophysiology involves decreased cal

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Hemodynamics pathology lecture covers fat embolism, air embolism, amniotic fluid embolism, ischemia, and infarction. Each type of embolism has distinct causes and clinical features, leading to serious consequences. Understanding these conditions is crucial for proper management and prevention in med

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Postural drainage therapy is an intervention used for airway clearance by mobilizing secretions in specific lung segments towards the central airways. It involves placing the patient in various positions to facilitate gravity-assisted drainage. The therapy includes manual techniques such as percussi

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Students are tasked with summarizing specific causes of the Great Depression on index cards, with topics including overproduction in agriculture and industry, unequal distribution of wealth, and high tariffs. Learning targets include summarizing relevant facts about the causes of the Great Depressio

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Embolism, defined as a detached intravascular mass carried through the blood, poses serious risks like pulmonary embolism. Venous thrombosis, particularly deep vein thrombosis (DVT), can lead to embolization, emphasizing the importance of understanding these mechanisms in medical practice.

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