Essays and Research Papers on Medical Treatment

An 11 page paper. Artifical limbs have a long history, which some say dates back to ancient Egypt. The beginning field is attributed, however, to a French surgeon in the 16th century. This paper discusses a brief history of prostheses, the reasons individuals may need a prosthesis of some kind; the remarkable advances made since ...

A comprehensive 5 page discussion of hemophilia and its genetic predictability. The disease and its symptoms are defined. Also discussed are modes of transmission, occurrence, and treatment. Some mention of the disease's history is included as well. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page overview of the Bubonic plague. Paper covers its history, modern occurrences, prevention & treatment etc.; Bibliography lists 4 sources *(See Also Blackdea.wps -- under Western Civ. category).

10 pages in length. The author discusses the history, definition, classification, etiology, treatment, and studies of Attention Deficit Disorder. Understanding ADD, and ADD versus LD are also topics. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the conflicts that have been raised about the use of genetically engineered food and the necessity for feeding the world's hungry. This paper not only assesses the history of genetic engineering, but also considers the impact of what has been described as terminator technology on Third ...

A 6 page psychiatry model case written in a format generally required of medical students and interns. Includes present illness history, mental status, etc..

A 30 page paper discussing separately factors affecting the mortality rates of heart disease and cancer, then comparing lifestyle factors that can apply to both in reducing those mortality rates. Cardiovascular disease is the nation's number-one killer; cancer comes in at number two. Risk factors for cardiovascular disease are more controllable from the ...

In ten pages this persuasive essay discusses why euthanasia should be considered legal in most cases. Seven sources are listed in an annotated bibliography.

An 8 page overview of the history of the drug phenacetin. Describes the numerous potentially adverse and possibly even fatal aspects of the drug. Applauds the U.S. decision to outlaw it but questions the approval process which put it on the shelves in the first place. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 20 page overview of the etiologies of Trypanosoma cruzi and Trypanosoma brucei complex, species of kinetoplastids, a widespread group of protozoa which are believed to be representative of an early diverged eukaryotic lineage. Details morphology, life history, and effects in man and animals. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 6 page overview of the history and procedure of laser surgery. Emphasizes the LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) procedure and cautions that while the successes have been phenomenal there are concerns regarding intraoperative and postoperative complications. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

5 page explication of a 1994 journal article in which the authors assess the association of intratumoral pharmacokinetics of fluorouracil with clinical response. Built upon was existing research which had established that In-vivo flouring-19 nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMRS) facilitates non-invasive, immediate, chemical identification of distinct fluorinated compounds within tumors found in humans after flouorouracil ...

4 page review of a Lancet article in which the author posits that certain forms of dementia may be an epidemiologic issue among senior citizens. Advances in neuroimaging techniques of the brain are among the many breakthroughs discussed in this analysis. Full bibliographic citation for the article is provided.

3 page review of a Lancet article which examines experimental uses of interferon as a treatment in cases of chronic hepatitis C (clinically called 'Poynard') and also in cases of HCV cirrhosis (clinically called 'Nishiguchi'). Full bibliographic citation for the article is provided.

In this 12 page research paper, the writer examines various preventive measures and treatments for cancer including the effectiveness of certain diets, bovine cartilage transplants, and more. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 6 page paper presents a very brief overview of some of the issues dealing with the treatment options available for children with arthritis. Bibliography lists five sources.

This 20 page paper outlines the pathophysiological basis of hypertension and coronary artery disease from a cellular focus and applies the view of the condition to a pharmacological treatment for the disease. This paper outlines the impact of the use of Toprol XL (Lopressor or Metoprolol) and the impacts of these drugs from a cellular ...

A 12 page discussion of the causes and interventional methods of cardiac disease. Elaborates on the role of plaque and bacteria as causative factors of heart disease. Emphasizes the importance of education and rehabilitation both in reducing the occurrence of heart disease and treating individuals and families who suffer form the condition. ...

7 pages in length. Modern medical technology is a wondrous thing. With just the flick of a switch, life can be snatched from the grips of death. However, without the proper equipment, life merely hangs in the balance, preventing medical professionals from effectively performing their life-saving jobs. It has ...

A 5 page review of the role of saturated fats in heart disease. Reviews the literature used to promote the lipid hypothesis, the hypothesis that saturated fats and high cholesterol leads to an increased incidence of heart disease. Discounts this hypothesis with the data from the initial studies used to support it. ...

This 16 page paper provides an overview of the Batista Procedure, the use of the partial left ventriculectomy. This paper integrates a view of the procedure as an alternative to heart replacement or transplant surgery. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5 page paper focuses on the biochemistry of this disease but also discusses treatment, etiology and symptoms. How insulin therapy works is also included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page review of the biochemical basis of sickle cell anemia. The author discusses the pathophysiology of sickle cell anemia from a cellular perspective rather than a sociological perspective. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 10 page paper outlines the biochemistry and role of glutamine and the way in which different organs react to changes such as infection creation a nutritional depletion on various cells disrupting different biophysical functions. The paper then considers how nutritionally supplements may or may not help to reduce the impact of glutamine. The bibliography ...

This 3 page paper considers the weight loss pills and how they work. Bibliography lists 3 sources.