Essays on Connective Tissue

Cysticerus

Cysticercus refers to a tapeworm larva which has a sac filled with fluid that contains scolex which is invaginated. It is normally located within the immediate host tissues, with the capability of developing into mature tapeworm when a desirable host feeds on it ("Cysticercus | Definition of Cysticercus by Merriam-Webster."). Cysticerci are responsible for causing an infection known as cysticercosis. There are several species of cysticerci. The two common species of cysticercus are Tanenia solium whose larva is known as Cysticercus cellulosae. It develops in the swine muscles frequently. The second species is the Taeniarhynchus saginatus. Its larva is known ...

INTRODUCTION

The given study involves a 25-year old girl who has met with an accident and fell off the bike on a mountain her right side, while jumping over a curb and presents with a significantly large abrasion and ecchymotic area on the right thigh. She reports to have been wearing her helmet and no loss of consciousness and absence of any swelling. The patient may be evaluated and diagnosed for occurrence of musculoskeletal disorder for pain in her hip, arms and thigh.

ANATOMICAL COMPONENTS OF THE MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM

The musculoskeletal system comprises of bones, muscles, joints, and the other connective tissue constituents combining these structures . ...

Introduction

Anatomy deals with the study of the structure of the body. It relates to physiology that looks into how the body functions (Morrsion 698). The human anatomy is complex and consists of several systems that work together for the nourishment of the body. They consist of the skeletal system, the digestive system, the urogenital system, the endocrine system, and the nervous system. There are several types of anatomical studies. Microscopic anatomy deals with the study of microscopic body structures. Functional anatomy deals with the interrelations between functions and body structures.

Human anatomy encompasses a close study into the organization of ...