A simple ultrasound-based therapy may prevent acute kidney injury that arises after major surgery.
About Ultrasound
Ultrasound scan or sonogram uses sound waves to obtain images of the internal organs. Ultrasound scan is used during pregnancy and to examine breast, abdomen, renal and thyroid.
Ultrasound scan or sonogram uses sound waves to obtain images of the internal organs. Ultrasound scan is used during pregnancy and to examine breast, abdomen, renal and thyroid.
In contrast, sham-treated mice exhibited significant kidney injury. Further analyses revealed that the ultrasound treatment likely stimulated an anti-inflammatory response that originated from the spleen and was responsible for protecting the kidneys.
The study is published in Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN).
Quiz on Kidney Stones
Kidney stones or calculus produces the most severe form of pain in humans. The pain has often been described to be worse than childbirth, broken bones, gunshot wounds, burns, or surgery. Once you form a kidney stone you are always susceptible to another stone. Take this quiz to find out how much do you know about stone disease. Once you complete find out how you fared compared to others who have taken the quiz.
Kidney stones or calculus produces the most severe form of pain in humans. The pain has often been described to be worse than childbirth, broken bones, gunshot wounds, burns, or surgery. Once you form a kidney stone you are always susceptible to another stone. Take this quiz to find out how much do you know about stone disease. Once you complete find out how you fared compared to others who have taken the quiz.
Animation On Key Hole Surgery for Kidney Stone Removal or Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
Graphical explanation of stone removal from the kidney with a minimally invasive procedure called Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy. This is a major endoscopic procedure needing hospitalization.
Graphical explanation of stone removal from the kidney with a minimally invasive procedure called Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy. This is a major endoscopic procedure needing hospitalization.
Brain Ultrasound may Alter Mood: Study
Brain ultrasound can be used as a treatment option for conditions like depression and anxiety, say scientists.
Brain ultrasound can be used as a treatment option for conditions like depression and anxiety, say scientists.
