Medical dictionary

What is tested in this type of analysis? The analysis focuses on detecting the presence and quantity of the BCR-ABL1 oncogene, a fusion gene formed by the translocation of genetic material between chromosomes 9 and 22. This gene fusion is commonly associated with chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML) and a subset of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL). What do the results indicate? A positi

What is minimally-invasive beating heart coronary heart bypass surgery? Minimally-invasive beating heart coronary heart bypass surgery is a unique procedure as it is performed whilst the heart is still beating and without a heart-lung bypass machine. The surgeon cuts several small incisions into the chest (a thoracotomy) to access the coronary arteries. The smaller cuts expose only the sectio

What is nocturnal enuresis in children? Nocturnal enuresis is the medical term for what is commonly known as bedwetting. It is quite common during childhood (10 per cent in 7 year-olds) and is twice as common in boys. There is often a positive family history. Prognosis of nocturnal enuresis The outlook for nocturnal enuresis is excellent and spontaneous resolution occurs in

What are behavioural problems in children? Most young children will show behavioural issues to an extent during their development, which are to be expected especially in association with changes in their surroundings, such as starting a new school or preschool or the birth of a sibling. However, some children may display behavioural problems that do not improve, despite their parent o

What is Behçet's disease? Behçet's disease or Behçet's syndrome is an inflammatory disease of the blood vessels. It is a rare autoimmune, chronic disease that affects blood vessels throughout the body. What's the outlook if you have Behçet's disease? Behçet's disease is chronic, but its symptoms can come and go over time. Sym

What are benign breast lumps? A benign breast lump is caused by the excessive growth of normal cells and tissues. The growth is not cancerous; it consists of tissue that helps to support the breast. There are common causes, which include changes in tissue, an infection, injury and medicines. Breast tissue is sensitive to hormone levels that change during the menstrual cycle. The most common typ

What is benign prostatic enlargement? Benign prostatic enlargement occurs when the size of the prostate gland increases due to a hormonal imbalance in men. The prostate is the male sex gland that surrounds the urethra. It is located below the bladder and above the rectum, and is responsible for producing seminal fluid. Prostatic hyperplasia is a common pathology in men over 

What is being analysed? Beta-2 microglobulin (B2M) levels in the blood or urine are being analysed. B2M is a protein found on the surface of many cells, and its levels can indicate kidney function. What does the result mean? Elevated levels of B2M in the blood or urine may indicate kidney disease, particularly damage to the tubules, which are small tubes in the kidneys responsible f

What is being analysed? Beta-2 microglobulin (B2M) is a protein found on the surface of many cells, including those of the immune system. This marker is analysed to assess the level of B2M in the blood, which can provide valuable information about certain health conditions, particularly cancers such as multiple myeloma, chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, and lymphoma. What does the result me