Introduction: Progressive structural changes in the peritoneal membrane occur over the course of treatment in peritoneal dialysis (PD), resulting in an increase in cytokines such as CCL2 and ...

How do cancer cells spread to new parts of the body? When cancer cells break away from a tumor, they can travel to other parts of the body, usually through the bloodstream (circulatory system) or the ...

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Transabdominal pre-peritoneal technique (TAPP) versus totally extraperitoneal (TEP) technique: which keyhole surgery method is better for repairing groin hernias in adults?

What is the issue? Peritoneal dialysis is a form of dialysis therapy for people with kidney failure delivered at home. Patients are required to use peritoneal dialysis solutions to perform the ...