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| Abdominal Abscess | Abdominal abscesses contain cellular debris, enzymes, and liquid and can be from an infectious or non-infectious source. They are a common and serious ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Abdominal Abscess | Abdominal abscesses contain cellular debris, enzymes, and liquid and can be from an infectious or non-infectious source. They are a common and serious ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Abdominal Angina | Abdominal angina is postprandial pain that occurs in mesenteric vascular occlusive disease when blood flow to the colon is unable to meet visceral dem ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Abdominal Angina | Abdominal angina is postprandial pain that occurs in mesenteric vascular occlusive disease when blood flow to the colon is unable to meet visceral dem ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Abdominal Aorta Repair | Abdominal aortic aneurysm repair is performed because the mortality rates are as high as 78% following rupture. Open and endovascular surgery are the ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Abdominal Aorta Repair | Abdominal aortic aneurysm repair is performed because the mortality rates are as high as 78% following rupture. Open and endovascular surgery are the ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm | An abdominal aortic aneurysm is a life-threatening condition that requires monitoring or treatment depending upon the size of the aneurysm and/or symp ... Read the Article | 2 | 27 | Activity DO |
| Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm | An abdominal aortic aneurysm is a life-threatening condition that requires monitoring or treatment depending upon the size of the aneurysm and/or symp ... Read the Article | 2 | 27 | Activity MD/PA |
| Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Imaging | Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAAs) are a relatively common pathology. Ruptured aneurysms have an exceptionally high mortality rate. Early diagnosis an ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Imaging | Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAAs) are a relatively common pathology. Ruptured aneurysms have an exceptionally high mortality rate. Early diagnosis an ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Rupture | Abdominal aortic aneurysm rupture represents a catastrophic emergency and if not recognized and appropriately treated, carries significant morbidity a ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Rupture | Abdominal aortic aneurysm rupture represents a catastrophic emergency and if not recognized and appropriately treated, carries significant morbidity a ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Abdominal Aortic Repair | Abdominal aortic repair is a major surgical procedure done to treat an aortic aneurysm. Elective surgery on an abdominal aortic aneurysm is indicated ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Abdominal Aortic Repair | Abdominal aortic repair is a major surgical procedure done to treat an aortic aneurysm. Elective surgery on an abdominal aortic aneurysm is indicated ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Abdominal Hematoma | A hematoma is a blood collection in an extravascular space and is named according to the location of the blood collection. Rectus sheath hematomas res ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Abdominal Hematoma | A hematoma is a blood collection in an extravascular space and is named according to the location of the blood collection. Rectus sheath hematomas res ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ablative Nerve Block | Ablation procedures have been used to treat chronic back pain and sciatica of unknown etiology as an alternative to surgical severing the dorsal rami. ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Ablative Nerve Block | Ablation procedures have been used to treat chronic back pain and sciatica of unknown etiology as an alternative to surgical severing the dorsal rami. ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Acromioclavicular Joint Injection | The most frequently encountered causes of non-traumatic pain in the AC joint are overuse, degenerative changes, and distal clavicle osteolysis. Conser ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Acromioclavicular Joint Injection | The most frequently encountered causes of non-traumatic pain in the AC joint are overuse, degenerative changes, and distal clavicle osteolysis. Conser ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Acute Arterial Occlusion | Acute arterial occlusion is synonymous with acute limb ischemia and is considered a vascular emergency. Acute limb ischemia is defined as a sudden los ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Acute Arterial Occlusion | Acute arterial occlusion is synonymous with acute limb ischemia and is considered a vascular emergency. Acute limb ischemia is defined as a sudden los ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Acute Diverticulitis | Acute diverticulitis is inflammation of a diverticulum, a sac-like protrusion from the colon wall, due to micro-perforation. Diverticulitis presents i ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 16 | Activity DO |
| Acute Diverticulitis | Acute diverticulitis is inflammation of a diverticulum, a sac-like protrusion from the colon wall, due to micro-perforation. Diverticulitis presents i ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 16 | Activity MD/PA |
| Acute Mesenteric Ischemia | Acute mesenteric ischemia is caused by a sudden decline in blood flow through the mesenteric vessels. Diagnosis can be difficult because symptoms are ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity DO |
| Acute Mesenteric Ischemia | Acute mesenteric ischemia is caused by a sudden decline in blood flow through the mesenteric vessels. Diagnosis can be difficult because symptoms are ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity MD/PA |
| Afferent Loop Syndrome | This activity reviews the etiology, evaluation, and management of afferent loop syndrome (ALS), with particular attention to the difference in managem ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Afferent Loop Syndrome | This activity reviews the etiology, evaluation, and management of afferent loop syndrome (ALS), with particular attention to the difference in managem ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Allen Test | The Allen test is used to assess collateral blood flow to the hands, generally in preparation for a procedure that has the potential to disrupt blood ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Allen Test | The Allen test is used to assess collateral blood flow to the hands, generally in preparation for a procedure that has the potential to disrupt blood ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Amebic Liver Abscess | Amebic liver abscess is the most common extra-intestinal manifestation of the protozoan, Entamoeba histolytica. The life cycle involves consumption of ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Amebic Liver Abscess | Amebic liver abscess is the most common extra-intestinal manifestation of the protozoan, Entamoeba histolytica. The life cycle involves consumption of ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Angiography | Angiography is performed to image the anatomical and structural details of the vascular system, including the cardiac chambers. Initially used for str ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Angiography | Angiography is performed to image the anatomical and structural details of the vascular system, including the cardiac chambers. Initially used for str ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ankle Arthrocentesis | Acute arthritis, particularly monoarthropathy, is a common acute presentation. In regards to the ankle, there is not always a clear etiology for the m ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Ankle Arthrocentesis | Acute arthritis, particularly monoarthropathy, is a common acute presentation. In regards to the ankle, there is not always a clear etiology for the m ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Anterior Cerebral Artery Stroke | Anterior cerebral artery strokes occur in the territory of the anterior cerebral artery which involves the superior and medial part of the parietal lo ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity DO |
| Anterior Cerebral Artery Stroke | Anterior cerebral artery strokes occur in the territory of the anterior cerebral artery which involves the superior and medial part of the parietal lo ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity MD/PA |
| Anteroseptal Myocardial Infarction | Anteroseptal myocardial infarctions are commonly caused by the rupture of an unstable atherosclerotic plaque in the left anterior descending artery. D ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Anteroseptal Myocardial Infarction | Anteroseptal myocardial infarctions are commonly caused by the rupture of an unstable atherosclerotic plaque in the left anterior descending artery. D ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Aortoenterofistula | Aortoenteric fistulas are a deadly condition that can occur when the wall of the aorta erodes into the adjacent gastrointestinal system, which can lea ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Aortoenterofistula | Aortoenteric fistulas are a deadly condition that can occur when the wall of the aorta erodes into the adjacent gastrointestinal system, which can lea ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Arteriovenous Fistula | Arteriovenous fistulas are abnormal connections between arteries and veins. AVFs can be surgically created, can occur as a result of a congenital or g ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Arteriovenous Fistula | Arteriovenous fistulas are abnormal connections between arteries and veins. AVFs can be surgically created, can occur as a result of a congenital or g ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Arteriovenous Malformations | Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are abnormal fistulas between arteries and veins without an intervening capillary bed. High arterial flow directly ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Arteriovenous Malformations | Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are abnormal fistulas between arteries and veins without an intervening capillary bed. High arterial flow directly ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Artery Cannulation | Arterial cannulation is a procedure frequently performed in acute and critical care settings. It serves as an invasive means to more accurately measur ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Artery Cannulation | Arterial cannulation is a procedure frequently performed in acute and critical care settings. It serves as an invasive means to more accurately measur ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Arthritis | Arthritis is defined as an acute or chronic joint inflammation in the joint. Arthritis may attribute to a wide variety of symptoms that include pain, ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 19 | Activity DO |
| Arthritis | Arthritis is defined as an acute or chronic joint inflammation in the joint. Arthritis may attribute to a wide variety of symptoms that include pain, ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 19 | Activity MD/PA |
| Aspergilloma | An aspergilloma is a fungus ball or mycetoma composed of Aspergillus hyphae along with cellular debris and mucus. It is a noninvasive type of chronic ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Aspergilloma | An aspergilloma is a fungus ball or mycetoma composed of Aspergillus hyphae along with cellular debris and mucus. It is a noninvasive type of chronic ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Atherosclerosis | Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory disease in which there is a build up of plaques inside arteries. These plaques are principally composed of l ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Atherosclerosis | Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory disease in which there is a build up of plaques inside arteries. These plaques are principally composed of l ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Balloon Valvuloplasty | Balloon valvuloplasty is a cardiac intervention to open up a stenotic or stiffed heart valves (e.g., aortic or mitral) using a catheter with a balloon ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Balloon Valvuloplasty | Balloon valvuloplasty is a cardiac intervention to open up a stenotic or stiffed heart valves (e.g., aortic or mitral) using a catheter with a balloon ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Biceps Tendon Sheath Injection | Shoulder pain is a common patient complaint encountered both by primary care physicians and orthopedic surgeons. Many shoulder structures can account ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Biceps Tendon Sheath Injection | Shoulder pain is a common patient complaint encountered both by primary care physicians and orthopedic surgeons. Many shoulder structures can account ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Bile Duct Repair | Injuries to the bile duct are almost universally iatrogenic and occasionally are due to trauma. The most common procedure leading to bile duct injury ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Bile Duct Repair | Injuries to the bile duct are almost universally iatrogenic and occasionally are due to trauma. The most common procedure leading to bile duct injury ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Biliary Stenting | Biliary stenting refers to the insertion of stents which are tubes made of plastic or metal to relieve obstruction in the biliary tree or to treat bil ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Biliary Stenting | Biliary stenting refers to the insertion of stents which are tubes made of plastic or metal to relieve obstruction in the biliary tree or to treat bil ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Biliary Tract Cholangiocarcinoma | The diagnosis and management of cholangiocarcinoma are challenging and complex. To achieve good results and provide appropriate patient care, the trea ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Biliary Tract Cholangiocarcinoma | The diagnosis and management of cholangiocarcinoma are challenging and complex. To achieve good results and provide appropriate patient care, the trea ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Blunt Force Trauma | Trauma is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in patients under 35-years of age and the sixth leading cause of death worldwide. The majority ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity DO |
| Blunt Force Trauma | Trauma is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in patients under 35-years of age and the sixth leading cause of death worldwide. The majority ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity MD/PA |
| Bone Metastasis | The skeleton is the third most common site of metastatic disease after lung and liver. Most bone metastases originate from the breast, prostate or lun ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Bone Metastasis | The skeleton is the third most common site of metastatic disease after lung and liver. Most bone metastases originate from the breast, prostate or lun ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Brachial Plexus Block Techniques | Blockade of the brachial plexus is an effective method for providing anesthesia to the upper limb from the shoulder to the fingertips. There are multi ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Brachial Plexus Block Techniques | Blockade of the brachial plexus is an effective method for providing anesthesia to the upper limb from the shoulder to the fingertips. There are multi ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Breast Biopsy | With improved screening and diagnostic techniques, the incidence and prevalence of breast cancer are rising worldwide. In 2018 alone, there were 2.2 m ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Breast Biopsy | With improved screening and diagnostic techniques, the incidence and prevalence of breast cancer are rising worldwide. In 2018 alone, there were 2.2 m ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Buerger Disease | Buerger disease is a nonatherosclerotic, progressive, segmental inflammatory disease affecting the small and medium-sized arteries of upper and lower ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Buerger Disease | Buerger disease is a nonatherosclerotic, progressive, segmental inflammatory disease affecting the small and medium-sized arteries of upper and lower ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Calcified Plaque | Coronary artery calcification is frequently encountered during percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Calcified plaque poses numerous challenges to ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Calcified Plaque | Coronary artery calcification is frequently encountered during percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Calcified plaque poses numerous challenges to ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Carbon Dioxide Angiography | Carbon dioxide (CO2) angiography is an alternative to conventionial iodinated contrast angiography, particularly in situations where there are contrai ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Carbon Dioxide Angiography | Carbon dioxide (CO2) angiography is an alternative to conventionial iodinated contrast angiography, particularly in situations where there are contrai ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cardiac Tamponade | Cardiac tamponade is a medical emergency that takes place when abnormal amounts of fluid accumulate in the pericardial sac compressing the heart and l ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity DO |
| Cardiac Tamponade | Cardiac tamponade is a medical emergency that takes place when abnormal amounts of fluid accumulate in the pericardial sac compressing the heart and l ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity MD/PA |
| Carotid Artery Dissection | Carotid artery dissection is a condition whereby the layers of the carotid artery are spontaneously separated. This potentially compromises blood flow ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Carotid Artery Dissection | Carotid artery dissection is a condition whereby the layers of the carotid artery are spontaneously separated. This potentially compromises blood flow ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Carotid Artery Fibromuscular Dysplasia | Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) of the carotid artery is a non-atherosclerotic and noninflammatory disease that can lead to stenosis and/or aneurysm of ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Carotid Artery Fibromuscular Dysplasia | Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) of the carotid artery is a non-atherosclerotic and noninflammatory disease that can lead to stenosis and/or aneurysm of ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Carotid Artery Stenosis | The distinction between hemodynamic and embolic stroke in the setting of chronic internal carotid artery occlusion is important. Embolic symptoms are ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 20 | Activity DO |
| Carotid Artery Stenosis | The distinction between hemodynamic and embolic stroke in the setting of chronic internal carotid artery occlusion is important. Embolic symptoms are ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 20 | Activity MD/PA |
| Carotid Artery Stenting | Traditionally, carotid endarterectomy (CEA) has been the primary method of treating high-grade asymptomatic and symptomatic carotid artery stenosis. A ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Carotid Artery Stenting | Traditionally, carotid endarterectomy (CEA) has been the primary method of treating high-grade asymptomatic and symptomatic carotid artery stenosis. A ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Carotid Bruit | A carotid bruit is a vascular sound usually heard with a stethoscope over the carotid artery because of turbulent, non-laminar blood flow through a st ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Carotid Bruit | A carotid bruit is a vascular sound usually heard with a stethoscope over the carotid artery because of turbulent, non-laminar blood flow through a st ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Carotid Contusion | The neck has several important anatomical structures which include the carotid arteries bilaterally. While the injury to the carotid artery is not a c ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Carotid Contusion | The neck has several important anatomical structures which include the carotid arteries bilaterally. While the injury to the carotid artery is not a c ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Carotid Endarterectomy | Atherosclerosis can lead to a build-up of plaque in the carotid artery, causing narrowing and carotid artery disease, which increases the risk for cer ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Carotid Endarterectomy | Atherosclerosis can lead to a build-up of plaque in the carotid artery, causing narrowing and carotid artery disease, which increases the risk for cer ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Carpal Tunnel Injection | Carpal tunnel injections are performed because of the extremely high prevalence of carpal tunnel syndrome in the general population. Carpal tunnel syn ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Carpal Tunnel Injection | Carpal tunnel injections are performed because of the extremely high prevalence of carpal tunnel syndrome in the general population. Carpal tunnel syn ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Catheter Directed Thrombolysis Of Pulmonary Embolism | Pulmonary embolism (PE) is the third most common cause of cardiovascular death in the United States of America. It is one of the most common causes of ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Catheter Directed Thrombolysis Of Pulmonary Embolism | Pulmonary embolism (PE) is the third most common cause of cardiovascular death in the United States of America. It is one of the most common causes of ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Catheter Management Of Coarctation | Coarctation of the aorta is a narrowing of the aorta typically at the location of the ductus arteriosus distal to the left subclavian artery accountin ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Catheter Management Of Coarctation | Coarctation of the aorta is a narrowing of the aorta typically at the location of the ductus arteriosus distal to the left subclavian artery accountin ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cavernous Hepatic Hemangiomas | Hepatic hemangiomas are benign, hypervascular, venous malformations that occur in the liver. They are the most common benign mesenchymal tumors of the ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Cavernous Hepatic Hemangiomas | Hepatic hemangiomas are benign, hypervascular, venous malformations that occur in the liver. They are the most common benign mesenchymal tumors of the ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cavernous Sinus Aneurysm | Cavernous sinus aneurysms are most common in the elderly population and often present with an indolent ophthalmoplegia. The morbidity of these aneurys ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Cavernous Sinus Aneurysm | Cavernous sinus aneurysms are most common in the elderly population and often present with an indolent ophthalmoplegia. The morbidity of these aneurys ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cavernous Sinus Syndromes | Cavernous sinus syndrome (CSS) is any disease process that affects the cavernous sinus. It presents as proptosis, chemosis, ophthalmoplegia, Horner sy ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Cavernous Sinus Syndromes | Cavernous sinus syndrome (CSS) is any disease process that affects the cavernous sinus. It presents as proptosis, chemosis, ophthalmoplegia, Horner sy ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Celiac Artery Compression Syndrome | Celiac artery compression syndrome is also known as Dunbar syndrome or median arcuate ligament syndrome. It is a rare condition characterized by recur ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Celiac Artery Compression Syndrome | Celiac artery compression syndrome is also known as Dunbar syndrome or median arcuate ligament syndrome. It is a rare condition characterized by recur ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Celiac Plexus Block | First described as a method of providing surgical anesthesia to the upper abdomen, the celiac plexus block (CPB) has been utilized in practice for nea ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Celiac Plexus Block | First described as a method of providing surgical anesthesia to the upper abdomen, the celiac plexus block (CPB) has been utilized in practice for nea ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Central Line | Central venous catheterization (CVC) is a procedure frequently required in acute or critical care resuscitation. Indications include patients with mul ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Central Line | Central venous catheterization (CVC) is a procedure frequently required in acute or critical care resuscitation. Indications include patients with mul ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Central Line Placement | A central line is a large-bore central venous catheter that is typically placed using a sterile technique unless a patient is unstable, in which case ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Central Line Placement | A central line is a large-bore central venous catheter that is typically placed using a sterile technique unless a patient is unstable, in which case ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Central Venous Access of The Subclavian Vein | In the United States, more than 5 million central venous catheters are inserted every year in both hospitalized and surgical patients. Once an indicat ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Central Venous Access of The Subclavian Vein | In the United States, more than 5 million central venous catheters are inserted every year in both hospitalized and surgical patients. Once an indicat ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cerebral Aneurysm | Cerebral aneurysms are defined as dilations that occur at weak points along the arterial circulation within the brain. The majority of cerebral aneury ... Read the Article | 2.25 | 33 | Activity DO |
| Cerebral Aneurysm | Cerebral aneurysms are defined as dilations that occur at weak points along the arterial circulation within the brain. The majority of cerebral aneury ... Read the Article | 2.25 | 33 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cerebral Cavernous Malformations | A cerebral cavernous malformation (CCM) is an abnormally large collection of "low flow" vascular channels without brain parenchyma intervening between ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Cerebral Cavernous Malformations | A cerebral cavernous malformation (CCM) is an abnormally large collection of "low flow" vascular channels without brain parenchyma intervening between ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cervical Plexus Block | Superficial cervical plexus block is an easy block that can be performed either using a landmark-based technique or using the ultrasound-based techniq ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Cervical Plexus Block | Superficial cervical plexus block is an easy block that can be performed either using a landmark-based technique or using the ultrasound-based techniq ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cholangitis | Acute cholangitis, also known as ascending cholangitis, is a life-threatening condition that is caused by an ascending bacterial infection of the bili ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Cholangitis | Acute cholangitis, also known as ascending cholangitis, is a life-threatening condition that is caused by an ascending bacterial infection of the bili ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cholecystocutaneous Fistula | Cholecystocutaneous fistulas are a rare surgical condition. This activity reviews their clinical presentation, underlying causes, pathophysiology, and ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Cholecystocutaneous Fistula | Cholecystocutaneous fistulas are a rare surgical condition. This activity reviews their clinical presentation, underlying causes, pathophysiology, and ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cholesterol Emboli | Cholesterol embolization syndrome occurs when atheromatous plaques in large arteries release cholesterol emboli and atheromatous debris into the circu ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Cholesterol Emboli | Cholesterol embolization syndrome occurs when atheromatous plaques in large arteries release cholesterol emboli and atheromatous debris into the circu ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Chronic Pain | Over one-quarter of United States citizens suffer from chronic pain. It is among the most common complaints seen in an outpatient clinic. The failure ... Read the Article | 2.75 | 44 | Activity DO |
| Chronic Pain | Over one-quarter of United States citizens suffer from chronic pain. It is among the most common complaints seen in an outpatient clinic. The failure ... Read the Article | 2.75 | 44 | Activity MD/PA |
| Chronic Testicular Pain And Orchalgia | Chronic orchialgia is defined as 3 months of intermittent or constant testicular pain that is significantly bothersome to the patient. It is the cause ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Chronic Testicular Pain And Orchalgia | Chronic orchialgia is defined as 3 months of intermittent or constant testicular pain that is significantly bothersome to the patient. It is the cause ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Chronic Thrombo-Embolic Pulmonary Hypertension | Chronic pulmonary embolism (also known as chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension) is a potentially life-threatening condition and is associated ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Chronic Thrombo-Embolic Pulmonary Hypertension | Chronic pulmonary embolism (also known as chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension) is a potentially life-threatening condition and is associated ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Colon Diverticulitis | Diverticulitis has increased in incidence over the past few decades and represents a significant healthcare burden in western countries. In the United ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 19 | Activity DO |
| Colon Diverticulitis | Diverticulitis has increased in incidence over the past few decades and represents a significant healthcare burden in western countries. In the United ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 19 | Activity MD/PA |
| Constrictive-Effusive Pericarditis | Constrictive pericarditis involves scarring and loss of elasticity of the pericardium surrounding the heart, leading to impaired filling. Effusive-con ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Constrictive-Effusive Pericarditis | Constrictive pericarditis involves scarring and loss of elasticity of the pericardium surrounding the heart, leading to impaired filling. Effusive-con ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Contrast Agent Toxicity | Contrast agents, also called contrast media, are substances used to enhance the radiodensity of a targeted tissue by altering the way that electromagn ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Contrast Agent Toxicity | Contrast agents, also called contrast media, are substances used to enhance the radiodensity of a targeted tissue by altering the way that electromagn ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Of The Gastroepiploic Artery | Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) has been the mainstay for the treatment of coronary artery disease for several decades. Various vessels have be ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Of The Gastroepiploic Artery | Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) has been the mainstay for the treatment of coronary artery disease for several decades. Various vessels have be ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cryoanalgesia | This activity reviews the role of cryoanalgesia (the use of cold temperatures for analgesia) for pain control, its indications, contraindications and ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Cryoanalgesia | This activity reviews the role of cryoanalgesia (the use of cold temperatures for analgesia) for pain control, its indications, contraindications and ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Deep Venous Thrombosis Of The Lower Extremity | A deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms within the deep veins usually of the leg but can occur in the veins of the arms and the mesent ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Deep Venous Thrombosis Of The Lower Extremity | A deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms within the deep veins usually of the leg but can occur in the veins of the arms and the mesent ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Deep Venous Thrombosis Ultrasound Evaluation | Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) is a common condition for which clinical diagnosis is typically unreliable due to the infrequency of the classic findings ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Deep Venous Thrombosis Ultrasound Evaluation | Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) is a common condition for which clinical diagnosis is typically unreliable due to the infrequency of the classic findings ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Dialysis Catheter | Dialysis catheters are artificial indwelling transcutaneous conduits used to access the intravascular space or intraperitoneal space for renal replace ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Dialysis Catheter | Dialysis catheters are artificial indwelling transcutaneous conduits used to access the intravascular space or intraperitoneal space for renal replace ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation | Disseminated intravascular coagulation can be defined is a widespread hypercoagulable state that can lead to both microvascular and macrovascular clot ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 22 | Activity DO |
| Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation | Disseminated intravascular coagulation can be defined is a widespread hypercoagulable state that can lead to both microvascular and macrovascular clot ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 22 | Activity MD/PA |
| Doppler Extra-Cranial Carotid Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Stroke is the third leading cause of death and morbidity in the United States. Systemic atherosclerosis and atherosclerosis of extracranial and intrac ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Doppler Extra-Cranial Carotid Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Stroke is the third leading cause of death and morbidity in the United States. Systemic atherosclerosis and atherosclerosis of extracranial and intrac ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Doppler Peripheral Venous Duplex Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | This activity outlines Doppler peripheral venous duplex assessment. It reviews the role of the interprofessional team in evaluating and treating patie ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Doppler Peripheral Venous Duplex Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | This activity outlines Doppler peripheral venous duplex assessment. It reviews the role of the interprofessional team in evaluating and treating patie ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Doppler Renal Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Renal Doppler ultrasound is routinely performed because it is a useful technique for evaluating a wide range of various renal pathologic conditions. A ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Doppler Renal Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Renal Doppler ultrasound is routinely performed because it is a useful technique for evaluating a wide range of various renal pathologic conditions. A ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Doppler Trans-Cranial Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Transcranial doppler is utilized to investigate the intracranial vasculature for various purposes. It offers a non-invasive, radiation-free way to mon ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Doppler Trans-Cranial Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Transcranial doppler is utilized to investigate the intracranial vasculature for various purposes. It offers a non-invasive, radiation-free way to mon ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Duplex Ultrasound | Duplex ultrasound is an integral tool for medical diagnosis and therapy. Duplex ultrasonography combines the principles of anatomic and flow ultrasono ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity DO |
| Duplex Ultrasound | Duplex ultrasound is an integral tool for medical diagnosis and therapy. Duplex ultrasonography combines the principles of anatomic and flow ultrasono ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity MD/PA |
| Dural Arteriovenous Fistula | Dural arteriovenous fistulas, sometimes referred to as dural arteriovenous malformations, are vascular abnormalities in which arteries arising from br ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Dural Arteriovenous Fistula | Dural arteriovenous fistulas, sometimes referred to as dural arteriovenous malformations, are vascular abnormalities in which arteries arising from br ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Elbow Arthrocentesis | Elbow arthrocentesis is a procedure performed to aspirate the contents of a joint cavity to evaluate and treat elbow effusion. This activity reviews t ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Elbow Arthrocentesis | Elbow arthrocentesis is a procedure performed to aspirate the contents of a joint cavity to evaluate and treat elbow effusion. This activity reviews t ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Endomyocardial Biopsy | The role and utility of endomyocardial biopsy (EMB) in the work-up of cardiovascular diseases remains controversial and the practice varies widely in ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Endomyocardial Biopsy | The role and utility of endomyocardial biopsy (EMB) in the work-up of cardiovascular diseases remains controversial and the practice varies widely in ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography | Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a combined endoscopic and fluoroscopic procedure in which an endoscope is advanced into the s ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography | Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a combined endoscopic and fluoroscopic procedure in which an endoscope is advanced into the s ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Endoscopic Vein Harvesting | Endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) is a procedure to harvest the greater saphenous vein (GSV), the most widely used conduit in coronary artery bypass gr ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Endoscopic Vein Harvesting | Endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) is a procedure to harvest the greater saphenous vein (GSV), the most widely used conduit in coronary artery bypass gr ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Enterocutaneous Fistula | Enterocutaneous fistula mortality rates vary from 6 to 33 percent. Associated morbidity and complications can also be significant. Enterocutaneous fis ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Enterocutaneous Fistula | Enterocutaneous fistula mortality rates vary from 6 to 33 percent. Associated morbidity and complications can also be significant. Enterocutaneous fis ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Enthesopathies | Enthesopathies encompass a broad range of pathologies that include ligamentous and tendinous injuries. They are relatively common and can be the initi ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Enthesopathies | Enthesopathies encompass a broad range of pathologies that include ligamentous and tendinous injuries. They are relatively common and can be the initi ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Epidural Steroid Injections | Epidural steroid injections have been utilized for pain relief since 1952. When indicated, they are an invaluable non-surgical treatment for low-back ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Epidural Steroid Injections | Epidural steroid injections have been utilized for pain relief since 1952. When indicated, they are an invaluable non-surgical treatment for low-back ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Epidural Steroids | Epidural steroids injections (ESI) have been utilized to treat pain due to lumbar disc injuries since the 1950s. They are frequently used in the treat ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Epidural Steroids | Epidural steroids injections (ESI) have been utilized to treat pain due to lumbar disc injuries since the 1950s. They are frequently used in the treat ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Epilepsy Surgery | Epilepsy surgery is indicated in 30% to 40% of patients with refractory seizure disorders despite being on one year of therapy with an adequate dosage ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Epilepsy Surgery | Epilepsy surgery is indicated in 30% to 40% of patients with refractory seizure disorders despite being on one year of therapy with an adequate dosage ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Epistaxis | Epistaxis (nosebleed) is one of the most common ear, nose, and throat (ENT) emergencies that present to the emergency room or primary care. There are ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Epistaxis | Epistaxis (nosebleed) is one of the most common ear, nose, and throat (ENT) emergencies that present to the emergency room or primary care. There are ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Erector Spinae Plane Block | Erector spinae plane block is a relatively novel approach to pain management for a variety of surgical procedures, as well as for acute and chronic pa ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Erector Spinae Plane Block | Erector spinae plane block is a relatively novel approach to pain management for a variety of surgical procedures, as well as for acute and chronic pa ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Esophageal Hematoma | Intramural hematoma of the esophagus (IHE) or dissecting intramural hematoma of the esophagus is an uncommon condition that presents with acute esopha ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Esophageal Hematoma | Intramural hematoma of the esophagus (IHE) or dissecting intramural hematoma of the esophagus is an uncommon condition that presents with acute esopha ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Esophageal Varices | Esophageal varices are dilated submucosal distal esophageal veins connecting the portal and systemic circulations. They form due to portal hypertensio ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 19 | Activity DO |
| Esophageal Varices | Esophageal varices are dilated submucosal distal esophageal veins connecting the portal and systemic circulations. They form due to portal hypertensio ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 19 | Activity MD/PA |
| Facet Arthritis | Facet joints are formed by the articulations of the superior and inferior articular processes of adjacent vertebrae. Except for the atlantooccipital a ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Facet Arthritis | Facet joints are formed by the articulations of the superior and inferior articular processes of adjacent vertebrae. Except for the atlantooccipital a ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Facet Joint Injection | Facet joint injections are commonly performed to diagnose and manage facet joint pain (also referred to as lumbar spondylosis or zygapophyseal joint p ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Facet Joint Injection | Facet joint injections are commonly performed to diagnose and manage facet joint pain (also referred to as lumbar spondylosis or zygapophyseal joint p ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Femoral Aneurysm | Femoral artery pseudoaneurysm consists of an outpouching of 1 or 2 layers of the vessel wall. A true aneurysm, on the other hand, involves all the 3 l ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Femoral Aneurysm | Femoral artery pseudoaneurysm consists of an outpouching of 1 or 2 layers of the vessel wall. A true aneurysm, on the other hand, involves all the 3 l ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Femoral Aneurysm Repair | A vessel is considered to be aneurysmal when it enlarges to about one and a half to two times the size of the normal vessel. True femoral artery aneur ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Femoral Aneurysm Repair | A vessel is considered to be aneurysmal when it enlarges to about one and a half to two times the size of the normal vessel. True femoral artery aneur ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Fibromuscular Dysplasia | Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) is a rare systemic vascular disease, affecting younger women and accounting for 10% to 20% of the cases of renal artery ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Fibromuscular Dysplasia | Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) is a rare systemic vascular disease, affecting younger women and accounting for 10% to 20% of the cases of renal artery ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Fine Needle Aspiration | Fine-needle aspiration is a minimally invasive way to obtain a cell sample to confirm a diagnosis or guide treatment. Fine-needle aspiration is an alt ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Fine Needle Aspiration | Fine-needle aspiration is a minimally invasive way to obtain a cell sample to confirm a diagnosis or guide treatment. Fine-needle aspiration is an alt ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Fine Needle Aspiration Of Breast Masses | Fine needle aspiration of breast masses is a type of biopsy performed using a small needle to obtain samples of tissue and fluid from solid or cystic ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Fine Needle Aspiration Of Breast Masses | Fine needle aspiration of breast masses is a type of biopsy performed using a small needle to obtain samples of tissue and fluid from solid or cystic ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Fluoroscopic Angiography Assessment, Protocols, and Interpretation | Fluoroscopy-guided angiography is an interventional procedure that provides an assessment of the arterial system via injected contrast material. Myria ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Fluoroscopic Angiography Assessment, Protocols, and Interpretation | Fluoroscopy-guided angiography is an interventional procedure that provides an assessment of the arterial system via injected contrast material. Myria ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Fluoroscopic PICC Line Placement | Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are a type of central venous catheter that offers the ability to have long-term central venous access. ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Fluoroscopic PICC Line Placement | Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are a type of central venous catheter that offers the ability to have long-term central venous access. ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Fluoroscopy Lumbar Puncture Assessment, Protocols, and Interpretation | Lumbar puncture is a standard procedure to obtain cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic purposes and an essential procedure to perform myelography. There ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Fluoroscopy Lumbar Puncture Assessment, Protocols, and Interpretation | Lumbar puncture is a standard procedure to obtain cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic purposes and an essential procedure to perform myelography. There ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Fluoroscopy Nasogastric Feeding Tube Placement | Fluoroscopic-guided nasogastric feeding tube placement is a safe and effective way of adequately placing a NET for enteric feeding purposes. The use ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Fluoroscopy Nasogastric Feeding Tube Placement | Fluoroscopic-guided nasogastric feeding tube placement is a safe and effective way of adequately placing a NET for enteric feeding purposes. The use ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Fluoroscopy Podiatric Assessment, Protocols, and Interpretation | Fluoroscopy of the foot is vital to the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with foot and ankle pathology. There are patient positioning ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Fluoroscopy Podiatric Assessment, Protocols, and Interpretation | Fluoroscopy of the foot is vital to the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with foot and ankle pathology. There are patient positioning ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Foville Syndrome | Foville syndrome is a rare inferior medial pontine syndrome first characterized in 1858 by anatomist and psychiatrist Achille Louis Francois Foville. ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Foville Syndrome | Foville syndrome is a rare inferior medial pontine syndrome first characterized in 1858 by anatomist and psychiatrist Achille Louis Francois Foville. ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Fractional Flow Reserve | Angiographic results alone can guide the decision to perform a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Angiography is used to visually assess the co ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Fractional Flow Reserve | Angiographic results alone can guide the decision to perform a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Angiography is used to visually assess the co ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Gallbladder Empyema | Empyema of the gallbladder is the most severe complication of acute cholecystitis. It is usually the result of the progression of acute cholecystitis ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Gallbladder Empyema | Empyema of the gallbladder is the most severe complication of acute cholecystitis. It is usually the result of the progression of acute cholecystitis ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Gastrointestinal Stromal Cancer | Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are typically benign tumors that most commonly occur in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. While only comprising ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Gastrointestinal Stromal Cancer | Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are typically benign tumors that most commonly occur in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. While only comprising ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Glomus Jugulare | Glomus jugulare is a slow-growing paraganglioma of the head and neck that arises within the jugular foramen and localized to the jugular fossa. Paraga ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Glomus Jugulare | Glomus jugulare is a slow-growing paraganglioma of the head and neck that arises within the jugular foramen and localized to the jugular fossa. Paraga ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Glycogenic Hepatopathy | Glycogenic hepatopathy (GH) is a rare or possibly under-diagnosed complication seen in children and young adults with poorly controlled type 1 diabete ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Glycogenic Hepatopathy | Glycogenic hepatopathy (GH) is a rare or possibly under-diagnosed complication seen in children and young adults with poorly controlled type 1 diabete ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hemorrhagic Stroke | Hemorrhagic stroke is due to bleeding into the brain by the rupture of a blood vessel. Hemorrhagic stroke may be further subdivided into intracerebral ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity DO |
| Hemorrhagic Stroke | Hemorrhagic stroke is due to bleeding into the brain by the rupture of a blood vessel. Hemorrhagic stroke may be further subdivided into intracerebral ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hemosuccus Pancreaticus | Hemosuccus pancreaticus is a rare entity for gastrointestinal bleeding. It isn't easy to be diagnosed and is easily missed. Practitioners should recog ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Hemosuccus Pancreaticus | Hemosuccus pancreaticus is a rare entity for gastrointestinal bleeding. It isn't easy to be diagnosed and is easily missed. Practitioners should recog ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hepatic Chemoembolization | Chemoembolization is the technique of injecting substances designed to decrease or stop tumor growth into the arteries that feed a tumor. Injected sub ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Hepatic Chemoembolization | Chemoembolization is the technique of injecting substances designed to decrease or stop tumor growth into the arteries that feed a tumor. Injected sub ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hepatic Cyst | Hepatic cysts are fluid-filled cavities in the liver generally asymptomatic and found incidentally on imaging studies. They can sometimes be associate ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Hepatic Cyst | Hepatic cysts are fluid-filled cavities in the liver generally asymptomatic and found incidentally on imaging studies. They can sometimes be associate ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ilioinguinal Neuralgia | Ilioinguinal neuralgia is a frequent cause of pain in the lower abdomen and the upper thigh and is commonly caused by entrapment or injury of the nerv ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Ilioinguinal Neuralgia | Ilioinguinal neuralgia is a frequent cause of pain in the lower abdomen and the upper thigh and is commonly caused by entrapment or injury of the nerv ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Inferior Vena Cava Filter | Inferior vena cava filters (IVC filters) are indicated as a treatment to prevent pulmonary embolism in a select group of patients that have venous thr ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Inferior Vena Cava Filter | Inferior vena cava filters (IVC filters) are indicated as a treatment to prevent pulmonary embolism in a select group of patients that have venous thr ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Inferior Vena Caval Thrombosis | Inferior vena cava (IVC) thrombosis is a disease associated with high morbidity. Although the condition is considered rare, case reports have shown th ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Inferior Vena Caval Thrombosis | Inferior vena cava (IVC) thrombosis is a disease associated with high morbidity. Although the condition is considered rare, case reports have shown th ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Innominate Artery Injury | Innominate artery injuries can present either by penetrating or blunt force. A provider must make a quick decision on treatment to avoid the feared mo ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Innominate Artery Injury | Innominate artery injuries can present either by penetrating or blunt force. A provider must make a quick decision on treatment to avoid the feared mo ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Interlaminar Epidural Injection | Interlaminar epidural injection refers to a procedure that involves the delivery of injectate to the epidural space by directing a needle between the ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Interlaminar Epidural Injection | Interlaminar epidural injection refers to a procedure that involves the delivery of injectate to the epidural space by directing a needle between the ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Intermittent Claudication | Intermittent claudication (IC) typically refers to lower extremity skeletal muscle pain that occurs during exercise. IC presents when there is insuffi ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Intermittent Claudication | Intermittent claudication (IC) typically refers to lower extremity skeletal muscle pain that occurs during exercise. IC presents when there is insuffi ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Internal Jugular Vein Central Venous Access | If an ultrasound machine is not immediately available and central venous access via the right jugular vein is required, a simple three-finger techniqu ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Internal Jugular Vein Central Venous Access | If an ultrasound machine is not immediately available and central venous access via the right jugular vein is required, a simple three-finger techniqu ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Interpleural Analgesia | The interpleural analgesic technique was first described by Reiestad et al. for the treatment of acute postoperative pain. It is believed that this te ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Interpleural Analgesia | The interpleural analgesic technique was first described by Reiestad et al. for the treatment of acute postoperative pain. It is believed that this te ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Intestinal Perforation | Intestinal perforation, defined as a loss of continuity of the bowel wall, is a potentially devastating complication that may result from a variety of ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Intestinal Perforation | Intestinal perforation, defined as a loss of continuity of the bowel wall, is a potentially devastating complication that may result from a variety of ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump | This activity reviews the indications and contraindications of intra-aortic balloon pump in patients with cardiogenic shock secondary to various cardi ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 11 | Activity DO |
| Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump | This activity reviews the indications and contraindications of intra-aortic balloon pump in patients with cardiogenic shock secondary to various cardi ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 11 | Activity MD/PA |
| Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy | Intradiscal electrothermal therapy is a procedure of applying heat to the annulus in cases of low back pain due to discogenic conditions that fail to ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy | Intradiscal electrothermal therapy is a procedure of applying heat to the annulus in cases of low back pain due to discogenic conditions that fail to ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Intrapleural Catheter | Pleural effusions are common; in the United States, nearly 1.5 million pleural effusions are diagnosed each year. Congestive heart failure is the most ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Intrapleural Catheter | Pleural effusions are common; in the United States, nearly 1.5 million pleural effusions are diagnosed each year. Congestive heart failure is the most ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Intrathecal Catheter | The placement of an intrathecal catheter is a minimally invasive procedure aimed at releasing drugs directly into the subarachnoid space for the contr ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Intrathecal Catheter | The placement of an intrathecal catheter is a minimally invasive procedure aimed at releasing drugs directly into the subarachnoid space for the contr ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Intrathecal Delivery System | Intrathecal drug delivery systems are typically used for three main purposes, which are the treatment of chronic non-malignant pain, muscle spasticity ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Intrathecal Delivery System | Intrathecal drug delivery systems are typically used for three main purposes, which are the treatment of chronic non-malignant pain, muscle spasticity ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Intravascular Lithotripsy | Shockwave intravascular lithotripsy is a novel device that modifies calcified lesions via calcium fracture to allow for effective stent deployment. Th ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Intravascular Lithotripsy | Shockwave intravascular lithotripsy is a novel device that modifies calcified lesions via calcium fracture to allow for effective stent deployment. Th ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Intravascular Ultrasound | Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) is an intravascular imaging modality primarily used in interventional cardiology to characterize lesion morphology, qu ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Intravascular Ultrasound | Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) is an intravascular imaging modality primarily used in interventional cardiology to characterize lesion morphology, qu ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Kidney Transplantation | Kidney transplantation is performed to prolong and improve the lives of those with end-stage renal disease. Open and laparoscopic surgery are the two ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 17 | Activity DO |
| Kidney Transplantation | Kidney transplantation is performed to prolong and improve the lives of those with end-stage renal disease. Open and laparoscopic surgery are the two ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 17 | Activity MD/PA |
| Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy | Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used for the removal of a diseased gallbladder. Since the early 1990s, this te ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy | Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used for the removal of a diseased gallbladder. Since the early 1990s, this te ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Left Heart Cardiac Catheterization | Cardiac catheterization is performed for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Despite significant advancement in non-invasive cardiac imaging, it ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Left Heart Cardiac Catheterization | Cardiac catheterization is performed for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Despite significant advancement in non-invasive cardiac imaging, it ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Leriche Syndrome | Leriche Syndrome also commonly referred to as aortoiliac occlusive disease, is caused by severe atherosclerosis affecting the distal abdominal aorta, ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Leriche Syndrome | Leriche Syndrome also commonly referred to as aortoiliac occlusive disease, is caused by severe atherosclerosis affecting the distal abdominal aorta, ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Liver Abscess | A liver abscess is defined as a pus-filled mass in the liver that can develop from injury to the liver or from an intra-abdominal infection disseminat ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 14 | Activity DO |
| Liver Abscess | A liver abscess is defined as a pus-filled mass in the liver that can develop from injury to the liver or from an intra-abdominal infection disseminat ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 14 | Activity MD/PA |
| Liver Biopsy | Liver biopsy remains the gold standard in the diagnosis of several liver disorders. With refinement in techniques, it has emerged as a safe, useful to ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Liver Biopsy | Liver biopsy remains the gold standard in the diagnosis of several liver disorders. With refinement in techniques, it has emerged as a safe, useful to ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Liver Cancer | Hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common form of primary liver cancer in the United States with three-quarters of primary and secondary liver cance ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Liver Cancer | Hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common form of primary liver cancer in the United States with three-quarters of primary and secondary liver cance ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Local Anesthetic Toxicity | Local anesthetics are commonly used in most medical and dental practices. While adverse effects are rare, the rising prevalence of local anesthetics i ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Local Anesthetic Toxicity | Local anesthetics are commonly used in most medical and dental practices. While adverse effects are rare, the rising prevalence of local anesthetics i ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Lumbar Facet Arthropathy | The lumbar zygapophysial joint, otherwise known as facet joint, is a common generator of lower back pain. The facet joint is formed via the posterolat ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Lumbar Facet Arthropathy | The lumbar zygapophysial joint, otherwise known as facet joint, is a common generator of lower back pain. The facet joint is formed via the posterolat ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Lumbar Sympatholysis | Lumbar sympatholysis can be an effective treatment for individuals suffering from chronic pain in the lower extremity as a result of numerous etiologi ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Lumbar Sympatholysis | Lumbar sympatholysis can be an effective treatment for individuals suffering from chronic pain in the lower extremity as a result of numerous etiologi ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Lumbosacral Facet Syndrome | Low back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints encountered in clinical practice. It is the leading cause of disability in the deve ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Lumbosacral Facet Syndrome | Low back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints encountered in clinical practice. It is the leading cause of disability in the deve ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Lung Abscess | A lung abscess is a microbial infection of the lung that results in necrosis of the pulmonary parenchyma. Depending on the duration, it can be classif ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 19 | Activity DO |
| Lung Abscess | A lung abscess is a microbial infection of the lung that results in necrosis of the pulmonary parenchyma. Depending on the duration, it can be classif ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 19 | Activity MD/PA |
| Lung Biopsy | This activity reviews salient details regarding accessing tissue specimens via a puncture through the chest wall into the lung (percutaneous lung lesi ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Lung Biopsy | This activity reviews salient details regarding accessing tissue specimens via a puncture through the chest wall into the lung (percutaneous lung lesi ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Lung Metastasis | The lung is one of the most common sites of cancer metastasis. This activity will provide an overview of the common cancers that metastasize to the lu ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Lung Metastasis | The lung is one of the most common sites of cancer metastasis. This activity will provide an overview of the common cancers that metastasize to the lu ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Lung Perfusion Scan | A ventilation-perfusion (VQ) scan is a diagnostic test using radioisotopes to evaluate lung perfusion and ventilation. Its most common clinical use is ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Lung Perfusion Scan | A ventilation-perfusion (VQ) scan is a diagnostic test using radioisotopes to evaluate lung perfusion and ventilation. Its most common clinical use is ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Lymphoscintigraphy | Lymphoscintigraphy is a powerful diagnostic imaging tool that can be obtained with little risk of adverse events. This activity reviews the applicatio ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Lymphoscintigraphy | Lymphoscintigraphy is a powerful diagnostic imaging tool that can be obtained with little risk of adverse events. This activity reviews the applicatio ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| May-Thurner Syndrome | May-Thurner syndrome (MTS), described in 1957 by Dr. May and Dr. Thurner, as a left common iliac vein (LCIV) thrombosis secondary to compression by an ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| May-Thurner Syndrome | May-Thurner syndrome (MTS), described in 1957 by Dr. May and Dr. Thurner, as a left common iliac vein (LCIV) thrombosis secondary to compression by an ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Meckel Diverticulum | Meckel diverticulum is a common congenital abnormality of the small intestine caused by incomplete obliteration of the vitelline (omphalomesenteric) d ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 18 | Activity DO |
| Meckel Diverticulum | Meckel diverticulum is a common congenital abnormality of the small intestine caused by incomplete obliteration of the vitelline (omphalomesenteric) d ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 18 | Activity MD/PA |
| Mesenteric Artery Ischemia | Intestinal ischemia can affect the small intestine or the colon. Whereas, colonic ischemia refers to ischemia that affects the colon, mesenteric ische ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Mesenteric Artery Ischemia | Intestinal ischemia can affect the small intestine or the colon. Whereas, colonic ischemia refers to ischemia that affects the colon, mesenteric ische ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Migraine Surgical Interventions | Migraines are a common primary neurologic headache that predominantly occurs in the working-age adult. Migraine attacks are frequently triggered by br ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Migraine Surgical Interventions | Migraines are a common primary neurologic headache that predominantly occurs in the working-age adult. Migraine attacks are frequently triggered by br ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Surgery | Aortic valve replacement is the standard treatment for patients with severe or symptomatic aortic insufficiency or aortic stenosis. In the past, the s ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Surgery | Aortic valve replacement is the standard treatment for patients with severe or symptomatic aortic insufficiency or aortic stenosis. In the past, the s ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| MR Angiogram | Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) encompasses several imaging techniques based on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) developed for studying the arter ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| MR Angiogram | Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) encompasses several imaging techniques based on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) developed for studying the arter ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Nasopharyngeal Angiofibroma | Nasopharyngeal angiofibroma is a rare highly vascular tumor within the posterior nasal cavity found almost exclusively in adolescent boys. This activi ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Nasopharyngeal Angiofibroma | Nasopharyngeal angiofibroma is a rare highly vascular tumor within the posterior nasal cavity found almost exclusively in adolescent boys. This activi ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Neuraxial Neurolysis | Neurolysis is the application of chemical or physical agents to a nerve to cause a temporary or permanent degeneration of targeted nerve fibers. When ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Neuraxial Neurolysis | Neurolysis is the application of chemical or physical agents to a nerve to cause a temporary or permanent degeneration of targeted nerve fibers. When ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Neurolytic Blocks | A neurolytic block is the targeted destruction of a nerve or nerve plexus. Frequently, the term neuroablation is used to also describe the physical in ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Neurolytic Blocks | A neurolytic block is the targeted destruction of a nerve or nerve plexus. Frequently, the term neuroablation is used to also describe the physical in ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Nutcracker Syndrome | Nutcracker syndrome is a venous compression syndrome involving the left renal vein. It is an uncommon, although possibly underdiagnosed, condition tha ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Nutcracker Syndrome | Nutcracker syndrome is a venous compression syndrome involving the left renal vein. It is an uncommon, although possibly underdiagnosed, condition tha ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ocular Ischemic Syndrome | The ophthalmic artery is the first intradural branch of the carotid artery; thus, its function reflects the activity in ocular microcirculation and ca ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Ocular Ischemic Syndrome | The ophthalmic artery is the first intradural branch of the carotid artery; thus, its function reflects the activity in ocular microcirculation and ca ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Omentum Tumors | The omentum is made up of cells that are mesothelial in origin. The omentum exhibits angiogenic, fibrotic, stem cells, and immune activities responsib ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Omentum Tumors | The omentum is made up of cells that are mesothelial in origin. The omentum exhibits angiogenic, fibrotic, stem cells, and immune activities responsib ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Paget Schroetter Syndrome | Paget Schroetter syndrome (PSS) is effort-induced thrombosis of the axillary and subclavian veins associated with compression of the subclavian vein a ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Paget Schroetter Syndrome | Paget Schroetter syndrome (PSS) is effort-induced thrombosis of the axillary and subclavian veins associated with compression of the subclavian vein a ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pancreatectomy | Pancreatectomy is a term for surgical removal of all or part of the pancreas. There is a multitude of surgical techniques for both benign and malignan ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Pancreatectomy | Pancreatectomy is a term for surgical removal of all or part of the pancreas. There is a multitude of surgical techniques for both benign and malignan ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pancreatic Ascites | Pancreatic ascites is a somewhat rare entity that results from a pancreatic duct injury, leading to persistent leakage of pancreatic secretions into t ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Pancreatic Ascites | Pancreatic ascites is a somewhat rare entity that results from a pancreatic duct injury, leading to persistent leakage of pancreatic secretions into t ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pancreatic Pseudoaneurysm | A pancreatic pseudoaneurysm is an uncommon clinical entity. However, it is important to recognize this condition early as it can result in life-threat ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Pancreatic Pseudoaneurysm | A pancreatic pseudoaneurysm is an uncommon clinical entity. However, it is important to recognize this condition early as it can result in life-threat ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pancreatic Pseudocyst | A pancreatic pseudocyst is an encapsulated collection of homogenous fluid with little or no necrotic tissue located near the pancreas. It often presen ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Pancreatic Pseudocyst | A pancreatic pseudocyst is an encapsulated collection of homogenous fluid with little or no necrotic tissue located near the pancreas. It often presen ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Parathyroid Cancer | Parathyroid carcinoma is a rare, malignant neoplasm originating from the parathyroid gland. The clinical presentation can mimic primary parathyroid ad ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Parathyroid Cancer | Parathyroid carcinoma is a rare, malignant neoplasm originating from the parathyroid gland. The clinical presentation can mimic primary parathyroid ad ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pathologic Fractures | Pathologic fractures occur secondary to altered skeletal physiology and mechanics in the setting of a benign or malignant lesion. Therefore, proper di ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Pathologic Fractures | Pathologic fractures occur secondary to altered skeletal physiology and mechanics in the setting of a benign or malignant lesion. Therefore, proper di ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pelvic Fracture | A pelvic fracture involves damage to the hip bones, sacrum, or coccyx - the bony structures forming the pelvic ring. Due to the inherent structural an ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 23 | Activity DO |
| Pelvic Fracture | A pelvic fracture involves damage to the hip bones, sacrum, or coccyx - the bony structures forming the pelvic ring. Due to the inherent structural an ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 23 | Activity MD/PA |
| Percutaneous Abscess Drainage | A commonly utilized procedure in most radiology practices is placing a drain or catheter percutaneously under imaging guidance. Usually, the developme ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Percutaneous Abscess Drainage | A commonly utilized procedure in most radiology practices is placing a drain or catheter percutaneously under imaging guidance. Usually, the developme ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Percutaneous Central Catheter | The ability to obtain venous access in the inpatient and outpatient setting is one of the most fundamental, yet, crucial components for a large number ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Percutaneous Central Catheter | The ability to obtain venous access in the inpatient and outpatient setting is one of the most fundamental, yet, crucial components for a large number ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Percutaneous Cholangiography | Patients presenting with obstructive biliary pathology can be challenging to evaluate with noninvasive imaging. Percutaneous cholangiography, in conju ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Percutaneous Cholangiography | Patients presenting with obstructive biliary pathology can be challenging to evaluate with noninvasive imaging. Percutaneous cholangiography, in conju ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Percutaneous Liver Biopsy | Percutaneous liver biopsy is a procedure in which a needle is introduced through the skin and, eventually, liver tissue to obtain a specimen to help a ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Percutaneous Liver Biopsy | Percutaneous liver biopsy is a procedure in which a needle is introduced through the skin and, eventually, liver tissue to obtain a specimen to help a ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Percutaneous Nephrostomy | This activity reviews salient details regarding accessing the renal collecting system via a puncture through the lumbar region of the back (percutaneo ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Percutaneous Nephrostomy | This activity reviews salient details regarding accessing the renal collecting system via a puncture through the lumbar region of the back (percutaneo ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Percutaneous Radiofrequency Ablation Of Liver Tumors | The liver is a common location for both primary and metastatic malignancies, which often result in significant morbidity and mortality. Traditional su ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Percutaneous Radiofrequency Ablation Of Liver Tumors | The liver is a common location for both primary and metastatic malignancies, which often result in significant morbidity and mortality. Traditional su ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiogram | This activity reviews salient details regarding bile duct access via needle puncture through the body wall and liver via percutaneous transhepatic cho ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiogram | This activity reviews salient details regarding bile duct access via needle puncture through the body wall and liver via percutaneous transhepatic cho ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty and Balloon Catheters | Angioplasty is performed to treat atherosclerotic disease and its resultant complications such as myocardial infarction, strokes, renal failure, and l ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty and Balloon Catheters | Angioplasty is performed to treat atherosclerotic disease and its resultant complications such as myocardial infarction, strokes, renal failure, and l ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty | Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) also called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a minimally invasive procedure to open b ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty | Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) also called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a minimally invasive procedure to open b ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Percutaneous Vertebroplasty And Kyphoplasty | Compression fractures are prone to progression over time and may facilitate the compression of adjacent vertebrae due to compensatory increases in axi ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Percutaneous Vertebroplasty And Kyphoplasty | Compression fractures are prone to progression over time and may facilitate the compression of adjacent vertebrae due to compensatory increases in axi ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pericapsular Nerve Group Block | Hip and knee surgery is a common orthopedic surgery among the elderly. In 2010 the prevalence of total hip replacement at fifty years of age was 0.58% ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Pericapsular Nerve Group Block | Hip and knee surgery is a common orthopedic surgery among the elderly. In 2010 the prevalence of total hip replacement at fifty years of age was 0.58% ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pericardial Cyst | A pericardial cyst is typically considered a congenital anomaly, with most patients diagnosed via incidental findings on routine chest imaging. Rarely ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Pericardial Cyst | A pericardial cyst is typically considered a congenital anomaly, with most patients diagnosed via incidental findings on routine chest imaging. Rarely ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pericardiocentesis | Pericardiocentesis is a procedure performed to remove pericardial fluid from the pericardial sac that surrounds the myocardium. It is often performed ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Pericardiocentesis | Pericardiocentesis is a procedure performed to remove pericardial fluid from the pericardial sac that surrounds the myocardium. It is often performed ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pericholangitis | The diagnostic criteria for small-duct primary sclerosing cholangitis (SDPSC) included biochemical features of chronic cholestasis with unknown etiolo ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Pericholangitis | The diagnostic criteria for small-duct primary sclerosing cholangitis (SDPSC) included biochemical features of chronic cholestasis with unknown etiolo ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Peripheral Arterial Disease | Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a circulatory problem causing a reduced blood flow through the arteries. This typically reduces blood flow to the ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 23 | Activity DO |
| Peripheral Arterial Disease | Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a circulatory problem causing a reduced blood flow through the arteries. This typically reduces blood flow to the ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 23 | Activity MD/PA |
| Peripheral Vascular Bypass | Peripheral vascular bypass (PVB) refers to surgical revision of blood flow to restore perfusion distal to an occluded or otherwise disrupted arterial ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Peripheral Vascular Bypass | Peripheral vascular bypass (PVB) refers to surgical revision of blood flow to restore perfusion distal to an occluded or otherwise disrupted arterial ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Peritoneovenous Shunt | Peritoneovenous shunt placement is performed as a long- term treatment for chronic refractory ascites. The shunt used most commonly is the Denver shun ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Peritoneovenous Shunt | Peritoneovenous shunt placement is performed as a long- term treatment for chronic refractory ascites. The shunt used most commonly is the Denver shun ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Phenol Nerve Block | It was not until 1926 that the use of phenol as a neurolytic agent was described by Doppler et al., followed by a description of intrathecal injection ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Phenol Nerve Block | It was not until 1926 that the use of phenol as a neurolytic agent was described by Doppler et al., followed by a description of intrathecal injection ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Phlegmasia Alba And Cerulea Dolens | Phlegmasia alba dolens (PAD) and phlegmasia cerulea dolens (PCD) are uncommon conditions that result from acute, massive venous thromboembolism. These ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Phlegmasia Alba And Cerulea Dolens | Phlegmasia alba dolens (PAD) and phlegmasia cerulea dolens (PCD) are uncommon conditions that result from acute, massive venous thromboembolism. These ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Piriformis Injection | Piriformis syndrome is an infrequent cause of entrapment neuropathy. A diagnosis of exclusion, piriformis syndrome occurs secondary compression or en ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Piriformis Injection | Piriformis syndrome is an infrequent cause of entrapment neuropathy. A diagnosis of exclusion, piriformis syndrome occurs secondary compression or en ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Popliteal Aneurysm Repair | Popliteal artery aneurysms are the most common aneurysms of the peripheral artery. They are true aneurysms, and their pathogenesis is related to the m ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Popliteal Aneurysm Repair | Popliteal artery aneurysms are the most common aneurysms of the peripheral artery. They are true aneurysms, and their pathogenesis is related to the m ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Popliteal Artery Aneurysm | A popliteal artery aneurysm is defined as a focal dilation in the artery, with the largest diameter being more than 50% of the normal. These focal dil ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Popliteal Artery Aneurysm | A popliteal artery aneurysm is defined as a focal dilation in the artery, with the largest diameter being more than 50% of the normal. These focal dil ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Portal Hypertension | Portal hypertension is increased pressure within the portal venous system. It is determined by increased portal pressure gradient (the difference in p ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 16 | Activity DO |
| Portal Hypertension | Portal hypertension is increased pressure within the portal venous system. It is determined by increased portal pressure gradient (the difference in p ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 16 | Activity MD/PA |
| Prostate Abscess | A prostate abscess is a complication resulting from the acute infectious process of the prostate. This activity outlines the pathogenesis and evaluati ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Prostate Abscess | A prostate abscess is a complication resulting from the acute infectious process of the prostate. This activity outlines the pathogenesis and evaluati ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Provocative Discography | Provocative discography is an invasive diagnostic spine procedure that involves the administration of contrast into the nucleus pulposus of an interve ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Provocative Discography | Provocative discography is an invasive diagnostic spine procedure that involves the administration of contrast into the nucleus pulposus of an interve ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pudendal Neuralgia | Pudendal neuralgia (PN) is a chronic pelvic pain syndrome that originates from damage or irritation to the pudendal nerve. Few providers examine speci ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Pudendal Neuralgia | Pudendal neuralgia (PN) is a chronic pelvic pain syndrome that originates from damage or irritation to the pudendal nerve. Few providers examine speci ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation | A pulmonary arteriovenous malformation (PAVM) is a rare pulmonary condition described as a pathologic right-to-left shunt which impairs gas exchange a ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation | A pulmonary arteriovenous malformation (PAVM) is a rare pulmonary condition described as a pathologic right-to-left shunt which impairs gas exchange a ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (AVMs) | Pulmonary arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a rare clinical problem in which abnormal communications develop between a pulmonary artery and a pulmon ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (AVMs) | Pulmonary arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a rare clinical problem in which abnormal communications develop between a pulmonary artery and a pulmon ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pulmonary Artery Catheterization | Pulmonary artery catheterization is a diagnostic procedure in which an intravascular catheter is inserted through a central vein, such as the femoral, ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Pulmonary Artery Catheterization | Pulmonary artery catheterization is a diagnostic procedure in which an intravascular catheter is inserted through a central vein, such as the femoral, ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pulmonary Hemorrhage | Pulmonary hemorrhage, also referred to as massive hemoptysis, is a potentially life-threatening condition involving bleeding from the pulmonary or bro ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Pulmonary Hemorrhage | Pulmonary hemorrhage, also referred to as massive hemoptysis, is a potentially life-threatening condition involving bleeding from the pulmonary or bro ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Radiofrequency Ablation | The use of radiofrequency ablation for intractable pain is based on the premise that the transmission of radiofrequency currents near nociceptive path ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Radiofrequency Ablation | The use of radiofrequency ablation for intractable pain is based on the premise that the transmission of radiofrequency currents near nociceptive path ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Renal Artery Stenosis | Renal artery stenosis is narrowing of the one or both of renal arteries. It is the major cause of hypertension and according to some reports is the ca ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Renal Artery Stenosis | Renal artery stenosis is narrowing of the one or both of renal arteries. It is the major cause of hypertension and according to some reports is the ca ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Renal Artery Thrombosis | Renal artery thrombosis is a rare pathology that may be overlooked when evaluating impaired renal function. It is the formation of a blood clot in one ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Renal Artery Thrombosis | Renal artery thrombosis is a rare pathology that may be overlooked when evaluating impaired renal function. It is the formation of a blood clot in one ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Renal Biopsy | This activity reviews the process of obtaining kidney tissue samples for analysis of both focal renal lesions and diffuse renal diseases via needle pu ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Renal Biopsy | This activity reviews the process of obtaining kidney tissue samples for analysis of both focal renal lesions and diffuse renal diseases via needle pu ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Renovascular Hypertension | Renovascular hypertension is one of the most common causes of secondary hypertension. It is mostly due to the narrowing of blood vessels in the kidney ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Renovascular Hypertension | Renovascular hypertension is one of the most common causes of secondary hypertension. It is mostly due to the narrowing of blood vessels in the kidney ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Retroperitoneal Fibrosis | Retroperitoneal fibrosis (RPF) is a relatively rare condition that is characterized by a chronic inflammatory and fibrosis in the retroperitoneum that ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Retroperitoneal Fibrosis | Retroperitoneal fibrosis (RPF) is a relatively rare condition that is characterized by a chronic inflammatory and fibrosis in the retroperitoneum that ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Retroperitoneal Hematoma | Retroperitoneal hematoma describes a heterogeneous condition that may arise spontaneously, as a result of trauma or iatrogenically. It is associated w ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Retroperitoneal Hematoma | Retroperitoneal hematoma describes a heterogeneous condition that may arise spontaneously, as a result of trauma or iatrogenically. It is associated w ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Rotational Atherectomy | Coronary stenoses with circumferential or significant vessel calcification are rigid and frequently not dilatable with use of conventional balloon ang ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Rotational Atherectomy | Coronary stenoses with circumferential or significant vessel calcification are rigid and frequently not dilatable with use of conventional balloon ang ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sacroiliac Joint Injection | Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain is a common etiology of low back pain. Studies have shown that 10 to 27 percent of mechanical low back pain is secondary to ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Sacroiliac Joint Injection | Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain is a common etiology of low back pain. Studies have shown that 10 to 27 percent of mechanical low back pain is secondary to ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Safety of Fluoroscopy in Patient, Operator, and Technician | The discovery, development, and implementation of ionizing radiation as a means for medical imaging, such as fluoroscopy, has proved to be pivotal in ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Safety of Fluoroscopy in Patient, Operator, and Technician | The discovery, development, and implementation of ionizing radiation as a means for medical imaging, such as fluoroscopy, has proved to be pivotal in ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Schwannoma | Schwannomas (also known as neuromas, neurinomas "of Verocay" and neurilemmomas) are benign, well-encapsulated, slow-growing nerve sheath tumors that a ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 17 | Activity DO |
| Schwannoma | Schwannomas (also known as neuromas, neurinomas "of Verocay" and neurilemmomas) are benign, well-encapsulated, slow-growing nerve sheath tumors that a ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 17 | Activity MD/PA |
| Shoulder Joint Injection | Shoulder pain is a common clinical complaint with an annual incidence of 14.7 per 1000 patients per year. Lifetime prevalence is reportedly as high as ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Shoulder Joint Injection | Shoulder pain is a common clinical complaint with an annual incidence of 14.7 per 1000 patients per year. Lifetime prevalence is reportedly as high as ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sonography Abdominal Vascular Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Abdominal vascular sonography is performed to evaluate major abdominal vessels for pathologies such as dissection, aneurysm, or venous thromboembolism ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Sonography Abdominal Vascular Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Abdominal vascular sonography is performed to evaluate major abdominal vessels for pathologies such as dissection, aneurysm, or venous thromboembolism ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sonography Vascular And Lymphatic Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Vascular sonography is a generalized term defined by assessment of the venous and arterial system via the use of sound waves. Some of the more commonl ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Sonography Vascular And Lymphatic Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Vascular sonography is a generalized term defined by assessment of the venous and arterial system via the use of sound waves. Some of the more commonl ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sonography Vascular Peripheral Arterial Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Peripheral arterial disease is a common condition with a significant burden on patient morbidity, mortality, and quality of life. Duplex ultrasound of ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Sonography Vascular Peripheral Arterial Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Peripheral arterial disease is a common condition with a significant burden on patient morbidity, mortality, and quality of life. Duplex ultrasound of ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sonography Vascular Peripheral Vein Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Acute DVT and chronic venous disease are common conditions with a significant burden on patient morbidity, mortality, and quality of life. Duplex ultr ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Sonography Vascular Peripheral Vein Assessment, Protocols, And Interpretation | Acute DVT and chronic venous disease are common conditions with a significant burden on patient morbidity, mortality, and quality of life. Duplex ultr ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block | The sphenopalatine ganglion is an extracranial parasympathetic ganglion found within the pterygopalatine fossa of the skull. Since it was first descri ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block | The sphenopalatine ganglion is an extracranial parasympathetic ganglion found within the pterygopalatine fossa of the skull. Since it was first descri ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sphenopalatine Ganglion Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation | Sphenopalatine ganglion (SPG) neuralgia is a complex disease characterized by chronic head and neck pain, often accompanied by autonomic features. Alt ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Sphenopalatine Ganglion Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation | Sphenopalatine ganglion (SPG) neuralgia is a complex disease characterized by chronic head and neck pain, often accompanied by autonomic features. Alt ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Spinal Cord Stimulation | In the middle of the spectrum of increasingly invasive pain treatment modalities lies spinal cord stimulation (SCS), also referred to as dorsal column ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Spinal Cord Stimulation | In the middle of the spectrum of increasingly invasive pain treatment modalities lies spinal cord stimulation (SCS), also referred to as dorsal column ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant | Spinal cord stimulator implantation is an essential procedure for the treatment of chronic neuropathic pain. In select patient's spinal stimulators ca ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant | Spinal cord stimulator implantation is an essential procedure for the treatment of chronic neuropathic pain. In select patient's spinal stimulators ca ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Spinal Epidural Abscess | Spinal epidural abscess is an infection of the central nervous system that classically presents with midline back pain, fever, and neurologic deficits ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Spinal Epidural Abscess | Spinal epidural abscess is an infection of the central nervous system that classically presents with midline back pain, fever, and neurologic deficits ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Spinal Opioids In Anesthetic Practice | Spinal opioids for use in anesthesia offers several advantages to systemic pain management. This occurs mainly through the mechanism of action when pl ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 12 | Activity DO |
| Spinal Opioids In Anesthetic Practice | Spinal opioids for use in anesthesia offers several advantages to systemic pain management. This occurs mainly through the mechanism of action when pl ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 12 | Activity MD/PA |
| Splenectomy | Splenectomy is mainly performed for hematological disorders along with traumatic injuries. Splenectomy can be performed via the open traditional lapar ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Splenectomy | Splenectomy is mainly performed for hematological disorders along with traumatic injuries. Splenectomy can be performed via the open traditional lapar ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Splenic Abscess | Splenic abscesses are relatively uncommon conditions that usually result from bacteremia. The diagnosis of a splenic abscess is a clinical challenge. ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Splenic Abscess | Splenic abscesses are relatively uncommon conditions that usually result from bacteremia. The diagnosis of a splenic abscess is a clinical challenge. ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Splenic Infarcts | Splenic infarction occurs when the blood supply to the spleen is compromised resulting in tissue ischemia and eventual necrosis. It may be the result ... Read the Article | 1 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Splenic Infarcts | Splenic infarction occurs when the blood supply to the spleen is compromised resulting in tissue ischemia and eventual necrosis. It may be the result ... Read the Article | 1 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Splenic Rupture | The spleen is an encapsulated hematopoietic organ that lies within the posterior aspect of the left upper quadrant in the peritoneal cavity. It has pr ... Read the Article | 1 | 3 | Activity DO |
| Splenic Rupture | The spleen is an encapsulated hematopoietic organ that lies within the posterior aspect of the left upper quadrant in the peritoneal cavity. It has pr ... Read the Article | 1 | 3 | Activity MD/PA |
| Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension | Spontaneous intracranial hypotension (SIH) presents with postural headache and low cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). The underlying cause is usually a CSF le ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension | Spontaneous intracranial hypotension (SIH) presents with postural headache and low cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). The underlying cause is usually a CSF le ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Stellate Ganglion Blocks | Stellate ganglion block (SGB) is used for the treatment of many medical conditions including complex regional pain syndrome and peripheral vascular di ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Stellate Ganglion Blocks | Stellate ganglion block (SGB) is used for the treatment of many medical conditions including complex regional pain syndrome and peripheral vascular di ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Subclavian Artery Stenosis | Subclavian artery stenosis is a form of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). It may present with transient episodes of vertigo and circulatory symptoms ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Subclavian Artery Stenosis | Subclavian artery stenosis is a form of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). It may present with transient episodes of vertigo and circulatory symptoms ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Subclavian Artery Thrombosis | Subclavian artery thrombosis is a common condition that is felt to be underdiagnosed. It involved obstruction of blood flow through the subclavian art ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Subclavian Artery Thrombosis | Subclavian artery thrombosis is a common condition that is felt to be underdiagnosed. It involved obstruction of blood flow through the subclavian art ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Suboccipital Puncture | Suboccipital puncture is a procedure that was developed at the beginning of the last century. It was designed to obtain cerebrospinal fluid for diagno ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Suboccipital Puncture | Suboccipital puncture is a procedure that was developed at the beginning of the last century. It was designed to obtain cerebrospinal fluid for diagno ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Subphrenic Abscess | Subphrenic abscesses represent infected collections bounded above by the diaphragm, and below by the transverse colon and mesocolon, and the omentum. ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Subphrenic Abscess | Subphrenic abscesses represent infected collections bounded above by the diaphragm, and below by the transverse colon and mesocolon, and the omentum. ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Superficial Peroneal Nerve Block | The superficial peroneal nerve (superficial fibular nerve) is a mixed nerve that carries sensory information from the anterolateral aspect of the leg ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Superficial Peroneal Nerve Block | The superficial peroneal nerve (superficial fibular nerve) is a mixed nerve that carries sensory information from the anterolateral aspect of the leg ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Superior Ophthalmic Vein Cannulation for Carotid Cavernous Fistula | The superior ophthalmic vein (SOV) approach for embolization of carotid-cavernous fistulas (CCFs) was first described over 25 years ago. Carotid-caver ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Superior Ophthalmic Vein Cannulation for Carotid Cavernous Fistula | The superior ophthalmic vein (SOV) approach for embolization of carotid-cavernous fistulas (CCFs) was first described over 25 years ago. Carotid-caver ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Superior Vena Cava Syndrome | Superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome is a collection of clinical signs and symptoms resulting from either partial or complete obstruction of blood flow t ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity DO |
| Superior Vena Cava Syndrome | Superior vena cava (SVC) syndrome is a collection of clinical signs and symptoms resulting from either partial or complete obstruction of blood flow t ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity MD/PA |
| Supraclavicular Block | The supraclavicular block is a regional anesthetic technique used as an alternative or adjunct to general anesthesia or used for postoperative pain co ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Supraclavicular Block | The supraclavicular block is a regional anesthetic technique used as an alternative or adjunct to general anesthesia or used for postoperative pain co ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sural Nerve Biopsy | Peripheral neuropathy is a condition present in a wide range of etiologies. Of these etiologies, diabetes remains the most common cause of peripheral ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Sural Nerve Biopsy | Peripheral neuropathy is a condition present in a wide range of etiologies. Of these etiologies, diabetes remains the most common cause of peripheral ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sympathetic Nerve Block | Sympathetic blocks are widely used to treat visceral, ischemic, neuropathic, and sympathetically mediated pain, as well as many other conditions. Most ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Sympathetic Nerve Block | Sympathetic blocks are widely used to treat visceral, ischemic, neuropathic, and sympathetically mediated pain, as well as many other conditions. Most ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| T Tube | A T-tube is a T-shaped tube placed in the common bile duct following procedures involving the duct, such as after choledochotomy. T-tubes can also be ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| T Tube | A T-tube is a T-shaped tube placed in the common bile duct following procedures involving the duct, such as after choledochotomy. T-tubes can also be ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Technetium-99m | Technetium-99m (99mTc) is used for imaging and diagnostic purposes of organs and tissue. This activity describes the indications, actions, and contrai ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Technetium-99m | Technetium-99m (99mTc) is used for imaging and diagnostic purposes of organs and tissue. This activity describes the indications, actions, and contrai ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Temporal Artery Biopsy | Temporal arteritis, also known as giant cell arteritis, is an inflammatory vasculopathy that affects medium and large-sized arteries, which are usuall ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Temporal Artery Biopsy | Temporal arteritis, also known as giant cell arteritis, is an inflammatory vasculopathy that affects medium and large-sized arteries, which are usuall ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Thoracic Duct Leak | Thoracic duct leaks are most often due to traumatic injury and iatrogenic injury. Surgery of the esophagus and the heart are the most common source of ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Thoracic Duct Leak | Thoracic duct leaks are most often due to traumatic injury and iatrogenic injury. Surgery of the esophagus and the heart are the most common source of ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Thrombin | Thrombin is a topical hemostatic agent used to control and minimize blood loss during surgical procedures, is utilized in conjunction or as an alterna ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Thrombin | Thrombin is a topical hemostatic agent used to control and minimize blood loss during surgical procedures, is utilized in conjunction or as an alterna ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Thromboembolic Event | Venous thromboembolic (VTE) disease is the most feared complication of hospitalizations and is associated with a high degree of morbidity and mortalit ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Thromboembolic Event | Venous thromboembolic (VTE) disease is the most feared complication of hospitalizations and is associated with a high degree of morbidity and mortalit ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Thrombosed Popliteal Aneurysm | Popliteal artery aneurysms are true aneurysms as they involve all layers of the arterial wall. Aneurysmal dilation of the popliteal artery is defined ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Thrombosed Popliteal Aneurysm | Popliteal artery aneurysms are true aneurysms as they involve all layers of the arterial wall. Aneurysmal dilation of the popliteal artery is defined ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Tranexamic Acid | The only FDA-approved usage for tranexamic acid (TXA) is for heavy menstrual bleeding and short-term prevention in patients with hemophilia.; this inc ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Tranexamic Acid | The only FDA-approved usage for tranexamic acid (TXA) is for heavy menstrual bleeding and short-term prevention in patients with hemophilia.; this inc ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Transabdominal Plane Block | The tranversus abdominis plane (TAP) block has become one of the most common truncal blocks performed for postoperative analgesia after abdominal surg ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Transabdominal Plane Block | The tranversus abdominis plane (TAP) block has become one of the most common truncal blocks performed for postoperative analgesia after abdominal surg ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Transcatheter Management of Left Ventricular Pseudoaneurysms | Left ventricular pseudoaneurysms (LVP) are very rare but commonly lethal complications that are secondary to myocardial infarctions, cardiac surgeries ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Transcatheter Management of Left Ventricular Pseudoaneurysms | Left ventricular pseudoaneurysms (LVP) are very rare but commonly lethal complications that are secondary to myocardial infarctions, cardiac surgeries ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt | Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) is a well-established percutaneous modality for decreasing portal hypertension. The major clinica ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt | Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) is a well-established percutaneous modality for decreasing portal hypertension. The major clinica ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Transluminal Extraction Coronary Atherectomy | Transluminal coronary atherectomy is performed on heavily calcified and stubborn coronary lesions otherwise not amenable to a conventional percutaneou ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Transluminal Extraction Coronary Atherectomy | Transluminal coronary atherectomy is performed on heavily calcified and stubborn coronary lesions otherwise not amenable to a conventional percutaneou ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Trigger Point Injection | Myofascial trigger points are focal "knots" located in a taut band of skeletal muscle first described by Dr. Janet Travell in 1942. Trigger points may ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Trigger Point Injection | Myofascial trigger points are focal "knots" located in a taut band of skeletal muscle first described by Dr. Janet Travell in 1942. Trigger points may ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ultrasound Guided Arthrocentesis | Ultrasound (US) is a valuable adjunct for procedural guidance when performing arthrocentesis, allowing the user to identify and aspirate joint effusi ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Ultrasound Guided Arthrocentesis | Ultrasound (US) is a valuable adjunct for procedural guidance when performing arthrocentesis, allowing the user to identify and aspirate joint effusi ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ultrasound Guided Barbotage | Hydroxyapatite deposition disease is a common clinical entity that sometimes presents with joint pain. Shoulder pain is one of the most common causes ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Ultrasound Guided Barbotage | Hydroxyapatite deposition disease is a common clinical entity that sometimes presents with joint pain. Shoulder pain is one of the most common causes ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ultrasound Guided Intravenous Access | At least 150 to 200 million peripheral intravenous (PIV) catheters are placed each year in the United States, and up to 80 percent of patients receive ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Ultrasound Guided Intravenous Access | At least 150 to 200 million peripheral intravenous (PIV) catheters are placed each year in the United States, and up to 80 percent of patients receive ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ultrasound Guided Serratus Anterior Blocks | Approximately 10 percent of injured patients presenting to the emergency department are found to have rib fractures. Rib fractures are associated with ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Ultrasound Guided Serratus Anterior Blocks | Approximately 10 percent of injured patients presenting to the emergency department are found to have rib fractures. Rib fractures are associated with ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ultrasound Intravascular Access | Ultrasound (US) guidance for intravenous (IV) access has been well documented for more than 20 years and is now routine in many settings for non-emerg ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Ultrasound Intravascular Access | Ultrasound (US) guidance for intravenous (IV) access has been well documented for more than 20 years and is now routine in many settings for non-emerg ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ultrasound-guided Fascia Iliaca Compartment Block | Pain management is an integral part of providing care in the emergency setting. Lower extremity pain from hip fractures, burns, and other trauma is a ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Ultrasound-guided Fascia Iliaca Compartment Block | Pain management is an integral part of providing care in the emergency setting. Lower extremity pain from hip fractures, burns, and other trauma is a ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ultrasound-Guided Intercostal Nerve Block | The blockage of anterior branches of the intercostal nerves is a selective superficial block, with a very low incidence of complications and effective ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Ultrasound-Guided Intercostal Nerve Block | The blockage of anterior branches of the intercostal nerves is a selective superficial block, with a very low incidence of complications and effective ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Unipedicled Tram Breast Reconstruction | Breast reconstruction with a transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous (TRAM) flap is a type of breast reconstruction that allows for delayed or immedi ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Unipedicled Tram Breast Reconstruction | Breast reconstruction with a transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous (TRAM) flap is a type of breast reconstruction that allows for delayed or immedi ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Upper Extremity Deep Venous Thrombosis | Researchers have extensively studied deep vein thrombosis (DVT) of the lower extremities. With the increased use of central venous catheters, cardiac ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Upper Extremity Deep Venous Thrombosis | Researchers have extensively studied deep vein thrombosis (DVT) of the lower extremities. With the increased use of central venous catheters, cardiac ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Upper Limb Block Anesthesia | Regional anesthesia and the incorporation of peripheral nerve blocks allows for localized, targeted anesthesia for both surgical anesthesia and post-o ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Upper Limb Block Anesthesia | Regional anesthesia and the incorporation of peripheral nerve blocks allows for localized, targeted anesthesia for both surgical anesthesia and post-o ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Uterine Fibroid Embolization | This activity reviews the minimally invasive medical therapy known as uterine artery embolization (UAE). It discusses which patients may or may not b ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Uterine Fibroid Embolization | This activity reviews the minimally invasive medical therapy known as uterine artery embolization (UAE). It discusses which patients may or may not b ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Vagus Nerve Stimulator | This activity outlines the indications for the use of a vagal nerve stimulator. And also highlights the role of the interprofessional team in evaluati ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Vagus Nerve Stimulator | This activity outlines the indications for the use of a vagal nerve stimulator. And also highlights the role of the interprofessional team in evaluati ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Varicocele | A varicocele is abnormal dilation and enlargement of the scrotal venous pampiniform plexus which drains blood from each testicle. While usually painle ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Varicocele | A varicocele is abnormal dilation and enlargement of the scrotal venous pampiniform plexus which drains blood from each testicle. While usually painle ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Varicose Veins | Venous reflux, also known as chronic venous insufficiency, is a common condition and usually the underlying cause of varicose veins, reticular veins, ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Varicose Veins | Venous reflux, also known as chronic venous insufficiency, is a common condition and usually the underlying cause of varicose veins, reticular veins, ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Varicose Veins Radiofrequency Ablation Therapy | Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive technique for treating superficial venous insufficiency causing varicose veins and chronic venous dise ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Varicose Veins Radiofrequency Ablation Therapy | Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive technique for treating superficial venous insufficiency causing varicose veins and chronic venous dise ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Vascular Access Closure Devices | Angiography is currently one of the most common procedures performed across many specialties including diagnostic and interventional cardiology, vascu ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Vascular Access Closure Devices | Angiography is currently one of the most common procedures performed across many specialties including diagnostic and interventional cardiology, vascu ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Vascular Reperfusion Injury | The article describes that vascular reperfusion injury is a common complication encountered in clinical settings; post-myocardial infarction, cerebral ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Vascular Reperfusion Injury | The article describes that vascular reperfusion injury is a common complication encountered in clinical settings; post-myocardial infarction, cerebral ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Vascular Tunneled Central Catheter Access | In contrast to non-tunneled central venous catheters (CVCs), subcutaneously tunneled CVCs travel under the skin, away from the point of venous entry, ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Vascular Tunneled Central Catheter Access | In contrast to non-tunneled central venous catheters (CVCs), subcutaneously tunneled CVCs travel under the skin, away from the point of venous entry, ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Vein Graft Stenosis | The long-term patency and success of venous grafts in bypass surgery remains a challenge due to a variety of complications, such as the accelerated ra ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Vein Graft Stenosis | The long-term patency and success of venous grafts in bypass surgery remains a challenge due to a variety of complications, such as the accelerated ra ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Venous Insufficiency | Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a common condition that typically involves lower extremity edema, trophic skin changes, and discomfort secondary ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Venous Insufficiency | Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a common condition that typically involves lower extremity edema, trophic skin changes, and discomfort secondary ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Venous Sinus Thrombosis | Venous sinus thromboses are venous blood clots of the major veins of the brain. They can be provoked or unprovoked, and the signs and symptoms thereof ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Venous Sinus Thrombosis | Venous sinus thromboses are venous blood clots of the major veins of the brain. They can be provoked or unprovoked, and the signs and symptoms thereof ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Venous Stenting | Venous stenting is recognized as a possible treatment to help assist patients with symptomatic iliocaval venous obstruction as an alternative to tradi ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Venous Stenting | Venous stenting is recognized as a possible treatment to help assist patients with symptomatic iliocaval venous obstruction as an alternative to tradi ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Wound Foreign Body Removal | Soft tissue foreign bodies or wounds associated with foreign bodies result from blunt/abrasive trauma or penetrating trauma. Patients may present earl ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Wound Foreign Body Removal | Soft tissue foreign bodies or wounds associated with foreign bodies result from blunt/abrasive trauma or penetrating trauma. Patients may present earl ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
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