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This is a pathology statement, likely from a doctor's report or medical exam notes. "Underlying" generally means the primary cause of a disease or condition, or the first step towards developing a disease or condition. "Biliary" refers to the production, collection, storage and release of bile in the liver and upper small intestines. "Dysfunction" refers to abnormal function - possibly less function, possibly more, possibly simply different function.
Putting all the words together, this refers to a starting point of a disease process involving the bile system in the liver not working like it should. Depending upon the disease process, this could be life altering.
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What characteristics does a normal transhepatic biliary catheterization have?
Transhepatic biliary catheterization is a treatment, not a cure. Successful treatment relieves the blocked bile duct, but does not change the underlying conditions that caused the blockage.
What does Biliary mean?
Of bile or of the gallbladder and bile ducts that transport bile and make up the biliary system or tract
What do high levels of urobilirubin mean in the urine?
High levels of urobilirubin in the urine may indicate liver or biliary tract disease, such as hepatitis or cirrhosis. It can also be a sign of increased bilirubin production due to excessive breakdown of red blood cells or obstruction in the biliary system. Further medical evaluation is recommended to determine the underlying cause.
Can Cialis permanently cure erectile dysfunction?
No, Cialis does not permanently cure erectile dysfunction. It is a medication that can help treat the symptoms of erectile dysfunction, but it does not address the underlying causes of the condition. Consulting a healthcare provider for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan is recommended for long-term management of erectile dysfunction.
Aerobilia within a non dilated biliary system. Is this a cause for concern?
Aerobilia refers to the presence of air within the biliary system, which can be seen on imaging studies like X-rays. It can be a sign of a fistula between the biliary tree and the gastrointestinal tract or certain surgical procedures. The presence of aerobilia itself is not always a cause for concern, but the underlying cause should be investigated to determine if treatment is necessary.
What is aerobilia?
AIR IN BILIARY SYSTEM. AIR IN BILIARY SYSTEM.
What is the medical condition primary biliary cirrhosis?
Primary biliary cirrhosis is the gradual destruction of the biliary system for unknown reasons.
What does the medical abbreviation ED mean?
ED may mean emergency department or erectile dysfunction, depending on the context.Emergency Department.It can also mean Erectile Dysfunction.
What does it mean when hepatic biliary radicals are dilated in a CT scan?
Obstructed bilary flow
What do you mean by mild I H B R D?
Intrahepatic Biliary Radical Dilatation
Is Endothelial dysfunction reversible?
In general, endothelial dysfunction can be treated. Treatments include life style modifications, certain medications such as Statins or vasodilators (of the ACE-Inhibitor or ARB families) which can improve or even reverse endothelial dysfunction. There are several new lines of drugs investigated by Pharma companies to treat endothelial dysfunction and its underlying causes
What does the term dysfunction mean?
Dysfunction means that something is not working properly. For example an internal organ might have a dysfunction that requires surgery or a dysfunctional family that does not behave as one expects.
