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The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) conducts and supports research on many of the most serious diseases affecting public health. The Institute supports much of the clinical research on the diseases of internal medicine and related subspecialty fields, as ...
One of the three main classes of food and a source of energy. Carbohydrates are the sugars and starches found in breads, cereals, fruits, and vegetables. During digestion, carbohydrates are changed into simple sugars glucose, galactose, and fructose, which are stored in the liver until cells need them for energy.
Industry:Medical
A procedure that uses a laparoscope to look at and take tissue from the inside of the body.
Industry:Medical
A condition that may cause loss of consciousness and coma. It is usually the result of advanced liver disease.
Industry:Medical
A tube that goes through the skin into the beginning of the large intestine to remove gas or feces. This procedure is a short-term way to protect part of the colon while it heals after surgery.
Industry:Medical
A hormone released in the small intestine that causes muscles in the gallbladder and the colon to tighten and relax.
Industry:Medical
X rays of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. The patient swallows barium before x rays are taken. Barium makes the organs show up on x rays.
Industry:Medical
A condition in which part of the tissue in the intestines is destroyed. It occurs mainly in underweight newborns.
Industry:Medical
