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Best props: coated 'scaffolds' may keep arteries open

Article Abstract:

Medical researchers have found a way around problems such as blood clotting and hearts attacks, associated with the use of stents. The stents are now coated with an anticlotting drug, heparin. This means the the drug does not circulate through the body causing harmful side effects.

Methods, Usage, Innovations, Anticoagulants (Medicine), Anticoagulants, Heparin, Arteries, Stent (Surgery), Stents

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Little knees, big problems

Article Abstract:

Dislocation of the kneecap, also called patella luxation, is common, especially among small dogs. The condition is inherited and can be easily overlooked. When severe, the leg cannot bare weight and the bones become deformed. Surgery can correct the condition.

Surgery, Diseases, Knee, Dogs, Dog diseases, Dislocations

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Coping with your kids' colds

Article Abstract:

Hand-washing and other good hygienic habits can reduce the number of colds a child gets each year beyond the nearly inevitable four to eight. Information for managing the symptoms of a cold is provided.

Diagnosis, Prevention, Influenza, Cold (Disease), Common cold, Cold (Disease) in children, Children's colds

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