Iron-Deficiency Anemia in Korea
Overview Iron-deficiency anemia (IDA) is the most common type of anemia worldwide, resulting from insufficient iron levels to meet the body’s needs for producing healthy red blood cells. Iron is essential for hemoglobin synthesis, the protein in red blood cells responsible for oxygen transport. When iron stores are depleted, hemoglobin production falls, leading to decreased […]
Iridodialysis in Korea
Overview Iridodialysis is an ocular condition characterized by the partial or complete detachment of the iris from its root at the ciliary body. This disruption occurs primarily due to trauma but can also arise from surgical complications or penetrating eye injuries. The iris plays a crucial role in regulating the amount of light entering the […]
Inverse Psoriasis in Korea
Overview Inverse psoriasis, also known as flexural psoriasis or intertriginous psoriasis, is a distinct form of psoriasis that affects skin folds and creases such as the armpits, groin, under the breasts, and around the genitals and buttocks. Unlike the more common plaque psoriasis that causes thick, scaly patches, inverse psoriasis presents with smooth, shiny, and […]
Invasive Lobular Carcinoma (ILC) in Korea
Overview Invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC) is the second most common subtype of invasive breast cancer, comprising approximately 10-15% of all cases. Unlike invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC), ILC originates in the lobules, the milk-producing glands of the breast, and is known for its distinctive growth pattern. Instead of forming a defined lump, ILC tends to grow […]
Invasive Ductal Carcinoma in Korea
Overview Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC) is the most common type of breast cancer, accounting for about 70-80% of all breast cancer cases worldwide. IDC begins in the milk ducts of the breast but invades surrounding breast tissue, potentially spreading to lymph nodes and other organs if left untreated. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical to […]
Invasive Candidiasis (Systemic Candidiasis) in Korea
Overview Invasive candidiasis, also known as systemic candidiasis, is a serious fungal infection caused by Candida species entering the bloodstream or deep tissues, leading to widespread infection. Unlike superficial Candida infections affecting the skin or mucous membranes, invasive candidiasis affects internal organs and the bloodstream, posing significant risk especially in immunocompromised individuals or patients with […]
Intussusception in Korea
Overview Intussusception is a serious gastrointestinal condition characterized by the telescoping of one segment of the intestine into an adjacent distal segment, causing bowel obstruction and potentially compromising blood flow to the affected bowel. It is the leading cause of intestinal obstruction in infants and toddlers, particularly between 6 months and 3 years of age, […]
Intrauterine Growth Restriction in Korea
Overview Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR), also known as fetal growth restriction, refers to a condition in which a fetus is smaller than expected for its gestational age, typically defined as an estimated fetal weight below the 10th percentile for the same gestational age. IUGR indicates that the fetus has not reached its genetically predetermined growth […]
Intraocular Melanoma in Korea
Overview Intraocular melanoma, also known as uveal melanoma, is the most common primary eye cancer in adults, originating from melanocytes within the uveal tract of the eye. The uveal tract comprises three main parts: the iris (colored part of the eye), the ciliary body (responsible for aqueous humor production), and the choroid (vascular layer beneath […]
Intramuscular Lipoma in Korea
Overview Intramuscular lipoma is a rare and distinctive type of benign soft tissue tumor composed of mature adipose (fat) cells that arise deep within skeletal muscle tissue. Unlike the more common superficial (subcutaneous) lipomas, which are typically well-circumscribed and easily movable beneath the skin, intramuscular lipomas grow within the muscle fibers themselves, often infiltrating between […]