Overview Congenital myasthenic syndromes are rare inherited disorders. These disorders cause muscle weakness, which gets worse during physical activity. Genetic mutations that affect how muscles work…
Overview Cryoglobulinemia belongs to a group of rare blood vessel disorders called vasculitis. This condition involves unusual proteins in the blood called cryoglobulins. These proteins can…
Overview Vesicoureteral reflux occurs when urine travels backward from the bladder up into the ureters. The ureters are the tubes connecting the kidneys to the bladder….
Overview Dural arteriovenous fistulas (dAVFs) are abnormal connections between arteries and veins in the dura mater, the protective covering of the brain and spinal cord. These…
Overview Germ cell tumors develop from reproductive cells that normally become eggs in females and sperm in males. These growths typically occur in the ovaries or…
Overview Brain metastases occur when cancer cells spread from another part of the body to the brain. This is a secondary form of cancer, meaning it…
Overview Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is a rare type of cancer that forms in the nasopharynx, the upper part of the throat behind the nose. While uncommon in…
Overview Floor of the mouth cancer refers to cancer that develops in the soft tissue beneath the tongue, an area known as the floor of the…
Overview Short bowel syndrome occurs when the body struggles to absorb necessary nutrients because parts of the small intestine are missing or damaged. The small intestine…
Overview In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a reproductive technology where eggs and sperm are combined outside the body. This process involves several key steps: During IVF…