Differential diagnosis Investigation Results Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency Level and protein phenotype Low alpha-1 antitrypsin level PiZZ phenotype Hypothyroidism TFT’s Raised TSH Low T4 Hypopituitarism TFT, cortisol, glucose Low TSH, cortisol…
Fig. 5.1 Diagnostic value of microbiome indices in type 2 diabetes and primary sclerosing cholangitis. Area under the receiver operating characteristic curve to identify type 2 diabetes (left) and primary…
Fig. 1 Being radiopaque the position of the Argus System can be easily verified with a simple XRay after surgery As with all new products, some aspects of the Argus…
Fig. 1 Cartoon of the ProACT devices at the bladder neck Implant and Instruments The implant consists of a silicone elastomer balloon, connected to a self-sealing port by a 2…
Bladder irritants Coffee Sugar Tea Artificial sweetener Honey Chocolate All alcoholic beverages Tomatoes Carbonated beverages Tobacco Caffeinated sodas Citrus fruits and juices Corn syrup Spicy foods Obesity is a well-established…
Fig. 1 Virtue™ male sling. The four arms are covered with polyethylene sleeves. Extending from the ends of each arm are braided polyester sutures, which allow for attachment to the…
Fig. 1 (a, b) Identification of the central tendon after corpus spongiosum mobilization An incision is made approximately 1–2 cm below the adductor longus tendon and lateral to the ischiopubic…
Fig. 1 MRS components and way of detachment As with any prosthetic surgery, antibacterial measures should be taken such as correct shaving both the suprapubic area and the perineum and…
Fig. 1 Bulbourethral sling Since that time, a variety of mechanisms including compression devices have been employed by which to apply passive external urethral compression with male slings. The oldest…
Fig. 1 Representative illustration of an artificial urinary sphincter including urethral cuff, abdominal reservoir, and scrotal pump Fig. 2 Representative demonstration of artificial urinary sphincter pump cycling Preoperative Evaluation Males…
