Endocrine System Mnemonics
A collection of highly effective hormone (endocrinology) mnemonics to help you remember essential clinical pearls. There are a few things you can…
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Primary vs Secondary hypogonadism
What is hypogonadism ? Hypogonadism in a male is defined as a decrease in one or both of the two major functions…
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Anatomy of the Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland
Important Discoveries of the neurohypophyseal system 1794 J. P. Frank distinguished diabetes insipidus from diabetes mellitus. 1895 Olliver and Schafer produced an…
Read articleDermatomes of the Hand
Figure 1. Understanding dermatomes of the human body Dermatomes are specific areas of the skin that receive sensory innervation from a single…
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GRADE Study – Journal Club
The Glycemia Reduction Approaches in Type 2 Diabetes – A comparative effectiveness (GRADE) Study[1] was a study to assess the effectiveness of…
Read articleThe Zona Glomerulosa of the Adrenal Gland
The adrenal glands atop each kidney consist of two layers: the adrenal cortex and the adrenal medulla. The adrenal cortex is divided…
Read articleCretinism : An Iodine Deficiency Disorder
In this article, we will review an increasingly rare example of an iodine deficiency disorder known as cretinism. What is cretinism The…
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Anatomy of the Adrenal Glands
In this article, the embryology, histology and gross anatomy of the adrenal glands will be reviewed. Historical timeline of discoveries in adrenal…
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Best Endocrinology Apps : A Comprehensive Guide
Smartphones are now part of our daily existence. Interestingly, medical apps are increasingly being utilized by physicians and patients alike. In this…
Read articleTinels Sign
Tinel’s sign is a clinical test used to identify entrapment of the median nerve in the carpal tunnel, which is a common…
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