Salivary Glands "What are salivary gland tumours? A detailed question and answers guide" There are three pairs of salivary glands— parotid, submandibular and sublingual. In addition to these, there are multiple minor salivary glands located in the cheek mucosa, lips, palate, base of the tongue, etc. The parotid, the “big brother of 3”, suffers mainly from 3 diseases — … [Read more...] about Salivary Gland Tumours Notes
Thyroid Gland – Development, Function Tests, Diagnosis
Thyroid Gland - Development, Function Tests, Diagnosis "What is the thyroid gland? A detailed question and answers guide" The thyroid gland is present in the neck, enclosed by pre tracheal fascia which is a part of the deep cervical fascia. It has a right and left lobe joined by an isthmus which is in front of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th tracheal rings. Read And … [Read more...] about Thyroid Gland – Development, Function Tests, Diagnosis
Surgical Instruments Forceps Retractor Tracheostomy Set Rubber Tubes Notes
Instrument Artery Forceps (Haemostat) "What are surgical instruments? A detailed question and answers guide" It is also called Spencer Well’s artery forceps. It has a ratchet and two blades with uniform serrations. It is used to control bleeding, not only from arteries but from the veins and capillaries. Once the bleeding points are caught, they are coagulated or … [Read more...] about Surgical Instruments Forceps Retractor Tracheostomy Set Rubber Tubes Notes
Head Injuries Classification Extradural Haematoma CSF Rhinorrhoea Notes
Head Injuries Classification Extradural Haematoma CSF Rhinorrhoea Notes "What are head injuries? A detailed question and answers guide" Head injuries derive their importance because of the fact that many patients who die or who are disabled belong to the younger age groups. Head injuries account for 1% of all deaths, one-fourth of deaths due to trauma and they are … [Read more...] about Head Injuries Classification Extradural Haematoma CSF Rhinorrhoea Notes
Classification of Maxillofacial Injuries Notes
Fracture Principles And Maxillofacial Injures "What is the classification of maxillofacial injuries? A detailed question and answers guide" A fracture is a structural break in the normal continuity of bone. This also includes hairline fractures. Dislocation A dislocation is a total disruption of a joint with no remaining contact between articular surfaces, e.g. anterior … [Read more...] about Classification of Maxillofacial Injuries Notes