Autoimmune disease and rheumatoid arthritis

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   07/20/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « damage throughout the body Examples include: Dermatomyositis targets muscle Lupus/ Systemic lupus erythematosus targets connective tissue, joints, kidneys ...»

Synopsis abstract : «About Autoimmune diseases.. Types of autoimmune diseases.. Organ-specific.. Non organ-specific.. Symptoms.. Diagnosis.. Cause.. Treatment.. Conclusion.....»

Tissues

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Term papers   |   04/07/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : « fibre. These fibres have different lengths and several fibres are bounded together by connective tissue known as sarcoplasm. Each ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Types of organism. Definition of tissues. Animal tissues. Plant tissues. Functions of various tissues. Differentiation between bone and Cartilage. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Marfan Syndrome

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Presentation   |   01/27/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « Biochemistry Fibrillin-1 is the major component of microfibrils, which form and extracellular matrix in elastic and non-elastic connective tissue found all ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Skeletal system.. Cardiovascular system.. Other characterstics.. Genetic factors.. Transition mode.. Mapping.. Identification of protein products.. Disease alleles.. Molecular biochemistry.. Related...»

Organization of Placenta

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   11/26/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : « In placentas of early pregnancy, the branching connective tissue cells are separated by an abundant loose intercellular matrix. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Trophoblast ultrastructure . Chorionic villi . Placental cotyledons . Breaks in the placental 'barrier'. Placental size and weight . The placenta at term . Placental aging . Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Toll-like receptors as part of the innate immune response

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Presentation   |   11/21/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « Autoimmune Diseases The autoimmune connective tissue diseases (AICTDs) are a group of clinical disorders that all have circulating autoantibodies (autoAbs). ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Discovery of toll-like receptors In humans.. Expression of human toll-like receptors.. Toll-like receptors in innate and adaptive immunity.. Pathways.. Syphilis.. Bacterial infections.. Candidal infections.. Autoimmune...»

Skeletal Radiology and Bone Growth

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Research papers   |   04/09/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « Blood vessels subsequently grow into the lacunae left by the degenerated cells, bringing with them osteoblasts, specialized connective tissue cells whose main ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Skeletal scintigraphy. Computed tomography. Skeletal growth and maturation. Prediction of adult height. Disturbance in skeletal growth and maturation. References....»

A description of the renal system

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Term papers   |   07/15/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : « Outside the adipose capsule is the renal fascia, the fascia is composed of dense fibrous connective tissue that helps to protect the kidney whilst anchoring it ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Features of the kidneys. Ureters. Bladder. Urethra. The Micro-structure of a kidney. Regulation of the Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR). The role of the loop of henle. Regulation of water reabsorp...»

Venomous Snakes

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Research papers   |   11/26/2007   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « responsible for necrosis. Hyaluronidase decreases the viscosity of connective tissue, allowing venom to spread. Thrombinlike enzymes act ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Anatomy. Pit vipers. Coral snakes. Venoms. Pit viper venom . Juvenile rattlesnakes. Neurotoxicity . Mojave toxin . Conclusion. References....»

Anatomy of the Lower Urinary Tract and Male Genitalia

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   11/26/2007   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « These are not true ligaments but are a meshwork of connective tissue and smooth muscle investing the visceral neurovascular pedicles. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Bony pelvis. Anterior abdominal wall. Skin and subcutaneous fasciae. Abdominal musculature. Inguinal canal. Internal surface of the anterior abdominal wall. Soft tissues of the pelvis. Pelvic musculature. Pelvic fasciae. Fasciae of the perineum and...»

Fetal alcohol syndrome: How a mother can kill her child?

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   07/11/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : « The small head circumference would mean small brain and faulty arrangement of brain cells and connective tissue (ADA). Therefore ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction / Thesis.. Literature review.. Significant statistics and causes.. Symptoms.. Long-lasting effects.. Prevention.. Screening & Diagnosis.. Treatment.. Conclusion.....»

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