Fact Sheets

Pulmonary Embolism
A pulmonary embolism (PE) is a life-threatening condition of blocked arteries in the lungs. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Small Intestine Adenocarcinoma
A type of cancer that begins in glandular cells that line the small intestine.
Adrenal Adenoma
A non-cancerous tumor that starts in an adrenal gland.
Stress Fracture
Stress fractures are tiny cracks in the bones caused by repetitive force. Learn about symptoms and treatments.
Small Cell Lung Cancer
Smoking tobacco is the leading risk factor for small cell lung cancer, responsible for 98 percent of all cases.
Fatty Liver Disease
Fatty liver disease occurs when fat deposits inside of the body, within organs such as the liver. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Blood Clots in Veins, Heart and Lungs
When blood clots form within blood vessels they can obstruct blood flow, which can cause blockages affecting the heart, lungs and other organs.
Abdominal Pain
Abdominal pain is a common symptom; emergency medicine doctors use physical exams and other tools to diagnose its cause.
Aldosteronoma (Aldosterone-producing Adenoma)
A noncancerous tumor in the adrenal gland that secretes too much of the hormone aldosterone.
Adrenocortical Carcinoma
A rare type of cancer that starts in the adrenal cortex.