Hyperpolarization is a biological process in which the membrane voltage increases and exceeds the resting value. This mechanism is important for the function of muscle, nerve as well as sensory cells in the human body. Through it, actions such as muscle movement or vision can be enabled and controlled by the body. What is hyperpolarization? … Hyperpolarization: Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases
Propofol infusion syndrome involves a very rare serious complication that occurs during long-term anesthesia with propofol. The syndrome typically manifests as cardiac arrhythmias; problems with striated cardiac, skeletal, and diaphragmatic muscles; and lactic acidosis, an acidosis caused by lactic acid. The exact causes of propofol infusion syndrome are not (yet) well understood; it is probably … Propofol Infusion Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Guillain-Barré syndrome is an acute inflammation of the peripheral nerves and spinal ganglia (nerve nodes in the spinal canal) with an as yet unexplained etiology (cause). With an incidence of 1 to 2 new cases per 100,000 persons per year, Guillain-Barré syndrome is a rare disease that affects men slightly more often than women. What … Guillain-Barré Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Cystic liver disease (PCLD – polycystic liver disease) is a rare liver disease in which the liver is riddled with cysts (cavities filled with fluid). The cause of cystic liver is known to be gene mutations on chromosomes 6 and 19, so cystic liver is therefore a hereditary disease. A cystic liver should not be … Cystic Liver: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
The term thyrotoxic crisis refers to a sudden and life-threatening metabolic derailment. It usually develops at the base of an existing hyperthyroidism. What is a thyrotoxic crisis? Thyrotoxic crisis is a life-threatening derailment of hyperthyroidism. The clinical picture develops within a few hours or days. In thyrotoxic crisis, all the symptoms of hyperthyroidism appear in … Thyrotoxic Crisis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
The pH characterizes aqueous solutions in terms of their acid or base content. It depends on the hydrogen ion concentration in the solution. In the medical field, the pH of blood mainly plays a role in the diagnosis of certain diseases. What is the pH value? By definition, pH represents the negative decatic logarithm of … PH Value: Structure, Function & Diseases
Biperiden is one of the most important antiparkinsonian drugs. The basis of its action is based on the inhibition of acetylcholine. The active ingredient has been on the market since 1953 under the trade name Akneton. What is biperiden? Biperiden is one of the most important antiparkinsonian drugs. The active ingredient has been on the … Biperiden: Effects, Uses & Risks
