In pursuit of an hourglass figure, some patients (and their plastic surgeons) are exploring a dramatic new frontier in body contouring.

Examination revealed moderately severe congestive heart failure. The heart seemed moderately enlarged and there was a Grade III rough systolic murmur over the precordium, faintly heard in the ...

Typically, a patient experiences a steady gripping or gnawing pain in the upper right abdomen near the rib cage, which can be severe and can radiate to the upper back. Some patients with biliary colic ...

The pleura (plural: pleurae) is a two-layered membrane that covers the lung. Between the layers is a small amount of lubricating fluid, known as pleural fluid, which helps cushion the lung and reduce ...

In the heart of Ardmore, Oklahoma, there exists a culinary sanctuary ... The first time you slice into their signature prime rib, watching the knife glide through like it’s cutting warm butter, you’ll ...

This sandwich isn’t messing around – layers of savory goodness stacked higher than your weekend to-do list, with fries that demand attention. Photo credit: Gina C. When it arrives at your table, the ...

In terms of memorable performances, few actors have as many claims to fame as the great Nicolas Cage. He won an Oscar for his role in ... it just ripped my heart clean out,” he said. “I felt so, so ...

Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is a type of pulmonary hypertension that causes high blood pressure in the small arteries of the lungs. It is a serious condition that can impair blood flow, ...

They are strong enough to support the skeleton and protect the vital organs in the chest cavity, including the heart, lungs, and spleen. Yet, the ribs and rib cage ... at the front of the body.

Though the new procedure has been adopted in many healthcare systems around the world ... of mechanical circulatory support at the heart and lung transplant unit at NHCS. Ms Tay, Prof Zameer ...

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2025 / HIV infection and lung cancer have little in common from a disease perspective, but the stigma that surrounds both can negatively impact ...

An uneven rib cage means the sides of the rib cage are not symmetrical. There are several causes of uneven ribs, including scoliosis and Poland syndrome. Alternatively, a person born with an ...