Dhanvin Raj Puppala

Figure 1. Clinical assessment of tibial torsion in a child: (A) prone examination with the knees flexed to 90°; (B) measurement of the thigh–foot angle (TFA); (C) assessment of the external transmalleolar (tibial) torsion angle (ETT). Rotational deformities are common childhood differences in the way the legs and feet point while standing, walking, or running. Parents often notice intoeing (“pigeon toes”) or out-toeing (feet pointing outward). In most children these patterns are normal...

Rotational atherectomy: a diamond-tipped burr is advanced through a narrowed coronary artery to grind calcified plaque into tiny particles, helping restore blood flow. What it is? Atherectomy is a catheter based procedure used to remove or modify plaque inside an artery. Plaque is a buildup of cholesterol, calcium, and scar like material that can narrow blood vessels and reduce blood flow. Atherectomy is performed through a small tube placed into an artery, often in the groin or wrist, and is...

Fig 1: Diabetes Awareness Month promotional graphic highlighting the importance of education and early detection. From “November Is Diabetes Awareness Month,” by NEW Health Introduction Growth hormone (GH) is essential for growth and metabolic balance. When GH levels become excessive, either from internal overproduction or external administration, it can disrupt normal glucose regulation. This condition, often referred to as GH induced diabetes, occurs because GH significantly reduces insulin...