Primary care includes general medicine, pediatrics, nursing and midwifery services. Access to all medical specialties without waiting lists. Comprehensive diagnostic procedures including conventional and high-tech methods. Treatment of infertility, tubal ligation and vasectomy
Internal examination is routine to monitor maternal and fetal health. First examination occurs in first trimester. Regular internal checks at 36-39 weeks of pregnancy
PAD increases risk of amputation, heart attack, stroke, and death. Disease affects 20-59% of patients with no leg symptoms. Four clinical subsets: asymptomatic, symptomatic, limb-threatening, and acute ischemia. Most PAD detection occurs through history, physical exam, and ankle-brachial index
Pes cavus is an abnormally high arch in one or both feet. Causes significant pressure on heel and ball of foot. Symptoms include pain, tripping, and loss of sensation. Can lead to stress fractures and bone damage
Consultation is a meeting to discuss something. Word forms are plural consultations
Healthcare professional examines patient and listens to heart with stethoscope. ECG measures heart's electrical activity using electrodes. Holter monitor records heart activity for 1-2 days. Event recorder worn for 30 days to detect irregular rhythms. EP study uses catheters to record heart's electrical patterns