For women undergoing breast reconstruction using the advanced "DIEP" technique, a simple formula can reliably tell whether there will be sufficient blood flow to nourish the DIEP flap, reports a ...

For example, it’s harder for blood to flow ... to calculate your MAP, you need to know your diastolic blood pressure (DBP) and systolic blood pressure (SDP) values. You then follow this equation ...

You can calculate your RMR to approximate your BMR ... This includes basic functions such as: breathing heart rate and blood flow metabolism (digestion and nutrient absorption) cell function ...