Myocardial bridge is a congenital heart anomaly where coronary artery tunnels through heart muscle. Prevalence is approximately 25%, with autopsy studies showing 42% prevalence. Condition can range from few millimeters to 10 cm or more
B-cell lymphomas are blood cancers affecting lymph nodes. More common in older adults and immunocompromised individuals. Divided into low (indolent) and high (aggressive) grade
Genetic disorders result from genome abnormalities, affecting 65% of people. Over 6,000 known genetic disorders exist, with new ones constantly being discovered. Around 1 in 50 people have single-gene disorders, 1 in 263 have chromosomal disorders. Approximately 1 in 21 people have rare genetic disorders
Doctors start with medical history review and physical exam. Blood tests confirm infection and identify causative organism. Chest X-ray shows infection extent but not causative germ. Pulse oximetry measures blood oxygen levels. Sputum test analyzes lung fluid after deep cough
Early cancer detection offers best chance for cure. Physical exam checks for lumps and abnormalities. Laboratory tests identify cancer-related changes. Imaging tests examine bones and internal organs. Biopsy confirms cancer diagnosis through cell examination
No single test can diagnose Alzheimer's or other dementias. Medical history review includes psychiatric and cognitive changes. Physical exam checks vital signs and collects blood/urine samples. Neurological exam evaluates reflexes, coordination, and brain function