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what is duoflex used for?

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Duoflex: Duoflex  is normally used for the relief of joint  or arthritic pain. It consists of two lipase enzymes.

Question 2

i have a suspected duplex collecting system. what does this mean and how is it treated?

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I think you : Have double ureter in one of your kidneys, instead of the usual, which is one.  It does not require any special treatment as long as your kidney is working fine.

Question 3

is duplex kidney common?

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Yes: Duplicated kidney/ureter is the most common renal abnormality, occurring in approximately 1% of the population. There are many variations (complete, partial, bifid, ectopic, etc.) as they relate to the anatomical configuration of the ureter and upper collecting system within the kidney. Most duplications are incidental findings on an x-ray and are not associated with any clinical problems.

Question 4

how is a duplex kidney found?

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Radiology studies: A number of radiology modalities such as an ultrasound, intravenous urography (dye in injected through a vein which is then filmed as it exits the kidney through the duplicated drainage system), or nuclear medicine studies (same principle as above but using small dose of radioactive material) can be used.  These are usually picked up incidentally while imaging the belly for other reasons.

Question 5

are carotid duplexes dangerous?

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No: The test is completely safe. It is the same type of test as is done to check the baby during pregnancy.

Question 6

what is a carotid duplex scan?

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Ultrasound study: Carotid duplex is an ultrasound study to evaluate the carotid (and usually the vertebral) arteries (to the brain) for narrowing and blockage. Blood flow is measured using doppler ultrasound to define areas of stenosis (narrowing). It is an outpatient study with no preparation. You just need to lie quietly on a table while the probe is placed against your neck. The exam is totally painless.

Question 7

what is a bilateral venous duplex ultrasound?

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Patent veins: A venous duplex US uses sound waves to examine the patency of veins. It is used to look for blood clots in the veins and possible occlusions. This exam is mostly used on the arms, legs, and neck.

Question 8

could you explain what is a carotid duplex bilateral?

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Ultrasound : Test for the arteries in your neck that supply flow to the brain. See radiologyinfo.Org for more information.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: carotid duplex?

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Ultrasound: The test is employed to study the patency of the carotid arteries, and by use of ultrasound techniques, responses can distinguish narrowing of the carotid, closure of the vessel, or even damage such as dissection of the wall.

Question 10

what is a carotid duplex scanning, and who would need to get it?

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Ask your: Doctor if you need it.  See radiologyinfo.Org and stroke.Org for good info.

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