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Disorder Collection (#79)

"Unraveling the Chaos: A Glimpse into Disorder" In a world teeming with complexities, disorder manifests itself in various forms

Background imageDisorder Collection: Asthma pathology, artwork

Asthma pathology, artwork
Asthma pathology. Computer artwork showing cross-sections through a normal airway (right) and an asthmatic, constricted airway (left)

Background imageDisorder Collection: Fever and ague, satirical artwork

Fever and ague, satirical artwork
Fever and ague. Satirical artwork of representations of fever (central monster) and ague (creature wrapped around patient at left)

Background imageDisorder Collection: The Hypochondriac, satirical artwork

The Hypochondriac, satirical artwork
The Hypochondriac. Satirical artwork showing a female patient (centre) suffering from hypochondria, a mental condition where a patient over-reacts to physical symptoms that may be harmless

Background imageDisorder Collection: Vascular disease progression, artwork

Vascular disease progression, artwork
Vascular disease progression. Artwork showing the progression of vascular disease in cross-section (left) and transverse section (right). At top is a healthy artery

Background imageDisorder Collection: Narrowed blood vessel, artwork

Narrowed blood vessel, artwork
Narrowed blood vessel. Cut-away artwork showing a blood vessel that is partially blocked by atheroma. Atheroma is the deposition of fatty material on the inner walls of a blood vessel

Background imageDisorder Collection: Neurofibromatosis, 17th century artwork

Neurofibromatosis, 17th century artwork
Neurofibromatosis. 17th century artwork of a man with neck deformities (neurofibromas) due to neurofibromatosis. These tumours arise from the fibrous coverings of nerves

Background imageDisorder Collection: Stroke (apoplexy), satirical artwork

Stroke (apoplexy), satirical artwork
Stroke (apoplexy). Satirical artwork of a patient attended by his wife and physicians, following a sudden loss of consciousness, then known by the term apoplexy and most likely a stroke

Background imageDisorder Collection: Gout and the Spider, allegorical artwork

Gout and the Spider, allegorical artwork
Gout and the Spider. Artwork illustrating the fable of Gout and the Spider, as told by the French poet and author Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

Background imageDisorder Collection: Tuberculosis lymphadenopathy, X-ray

Tuberculosis lymphadenopathy, X-ray
Coloured X-ray (front view) of the chest in a 14 year old male patient, showing inflamed lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy, yellow, at centre right and left) caused by tuberculosis (TB)

Background imageDisorder Collection: Asthma inhaler use, artwork

Asthma inhaler use, artwork
Asthma inhale use. Artwork showing how to use an asthma inhaler. Asthma is a condition in which the small airways (bronchioles) in the lungs constrict, making it difficult to breathe

Background imageDisorder Collection: Glaucoma, artwork

Glaucoma, artwork
Glaucoma. Artwork showing glaucoma arising from the drainage system of the eye becoming blocked (bottom right) and a normal eye (top right)

Background imageDisorder Collection: Emphysema, artwork

Emphysema, artwork
Emphysema. Artwork showing the lungs with a detailed view of a normal alveolus (air sac, left) and an alveolus affected by emphysema (right)

Background imageDisorder Collection: Endometriosis, artwork

Endometriosis, artwork
Endometriosis. Artwork of a section through the female pelvis, showing the movement of cells from the lining of the uterus to the abdominal cavity in endometriosis

Background imageDisorder Collection: Kidney stone, artwork

Kidney stone, artwork
Kidney stone. Artwork of a large kidney stone. Kidney stones are formed when mineral salts, most often involving calcium, accumulate on the inner surfaces of the kidney

Background imageDisorder Collection: Pulmonary consolidation, X-ray

Pulmonary consolidation, X-ray
Pulmonary consolidation. X-ray showing that the upper lobe of a patients left lung has become consolidated (filled with pus) due to pneumonia

Background imageDisorder Collection: Anterior cruciate ligament tear, CT scan

Anterior cruciate ligament tear, CT scan
Anterior cruciate ligament tear. Coloured computer tomography (CT) scan of the knee joint of a patient with a tear of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)

Background imageDisorder Collection: Old and new tuberculosis, X-ray

Old and new tuberculosis, X-ray
Coloured X-ray (front view) of the chest in a 50 year old male patient, showing fibrosis in the lungs from old tuberculosis (more fibrous scarring, orange)

Background imageDisorder Collection: Xanthelasma growths, artwork

Xanthelasma growths, artwork
Xanthelasma growths. Artwork showing collections of cholesterol, known as xanthelasmata, beneath the skin around the eyelids

Background imageDisorder Collection: Heart disease treatment, artwork

Heart disease treatment, artwork
Heart disease treatment. Artwork showing three treatments for stenosis (narrowing) of coronary arteries. At top left is balloon angioplasty

Background imageDisorder Collection: Flat foot comparison, artwork

Flat foot comparison, artwork
Flat foot comparison. Artwork showing the different footprints left by a normal foot (left) and a flat foot (right). A flat foot is caused by the arch of the foot not developing during childhood

Background imageDisorder Collection: HIV replication cycle, diagram

HIV replication cycle, diagram
HIV replication cycle. Diagram and magnified views showing the retroviral process by which the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) replicates

Background imageDisorder Collection: Stomach disorders, artwork

Stomach disorders, artwork
Stomach disorders. Artwork showing a normal stomach (left), acid reflux (centre) and a hiatus hernia (right). Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), also known as acid reflux

Background imageDisorder Collection: Virus pandemic, conceptual image

Virus pandemic, conceptual image. Computer artwork of virus particles superimposed on a map of the world, representing the worldwide spread of an infectious viral disease

Background imageDisorder Collection: Malaria life-cycle, artwork

Malaria life-cycle, artwork
Malaria life-cycle. Computer artwork showing the life-cycle and transmission of malaria parasites. Anticlockwise from upper left: A mosquito bites and infects a person

Background imageDisorder Collection: Failed hip replacement, composite image

Failed hip replacement, composite image
Failed hip replacement. Composite image of a metal hip joint prosthesis in a femur (thigh bone). The prosthesis has become loose due to osteolysis, a weakening of the bone around the implant

Background imageDisorder Collection: Heart damage, artwork

Heart damage, artwork
Heart damage. Computer artwork of necrotic (dead) areas of muscle following a myocardial infarction (heart attack). This is caused by a lack of blood flow to the tissue

Background imageDisorder Collection: Viral infection

Viral infection

Background imageDisorder Collection: Plantar fasciitis, artwork

Plantar fasciitis, artwork
Plantar fasciitis, computer artwork. This painful condition is caused by the inflammation of the plantar fascia, the band of connective tissue that runs from your heel towards your toes

Background imageDisorder Collection: Bone death, artwork

Bone death, artwork
Bone death. Computer artwork of a human hip and knee joint affected by osteonecrosis - death of the bone tissue. This condition is caused by an impaired blood supply to the bone cells

Background imageDisorder Collection: Childhood rickets, X-ray

Childhood rickets, X-ray
Childhood rickets. Coloured frontal X-ray of the legs of a 3-year-old child with rickets. Rickets (Osteomalacia) occurs predominantly in children

Background imageDisorder Collection: Arteritis of the knee, X-ray

Arteritis of the knee, X-ray
Arteritis of the knee. Coloured X-ray image of the knee of an 85-year-old patient with arteritis. Arteritis is an inflammation of the walls of arteries

Background imageDisorder Collection: Identity, conceptual artwork

Identity, conceptual artwork
Identity. Conceptual artwork of a man looking in a mirror, with a question mark symbol representing issues of identity. These could include self-identity

Background imageDisorder Collection: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, 3D CT scan

Abdominal aortic aneurysm, 3D CT scan

Background imageDisorder Collection: Calcified aortic artery, 3D CT scan

Calcified aortic artery, 3D CT scan
Coloured three-dimensional (3D) Computed Tomography (CT) scan in front view of the abdomen in a patient showing the kidneys (red)

Background imageDisorder Collection: Fractured elbow, CT scan

Fractured elbow, CT scan
Fractured elbow. Coloured 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of the elbow of an 84-year-old patient that was fractured after a fall

Background imageDisorder Collection: Tooth decay, X-ray

Tooth decay, X-ray
Tooth decay. Coloured X-ray of a profile view of a 22-year-old patients teeth, showing a cavity (decay) in the left lower molar (light grey, centre left)

Background imageDisorder Collection: Small bowel obstruction, X-ray

Small bowel obstruction, X-ray

Background imageDisorder Collection: Fearful eyes, artwork

Fearful eyes, artwork
Fearful eyes. Artwork of human eyes displaying emotions such as fear, worry, confusion or anxiety

Background imageDisorder Collection: Abdominal air pockets, X-ray

Abdominal air pockets, X-ray

Background imageDisorder Collection: Emphysema, 3D CT scan

Emphysema, 3D CT scan

Background imageDisorder Collection: Takayasus arteritis, 3d CT scan

Takayasus arteritis, 3d CT scan
Takayasus arteritis. Coloured 3d computed tomography (CT) angiogram of the arteries of the neck and head of a 56-year-old patient with Takayasus arteritis

Background imageDisorder Collection: Tourettes treatment, X-ray

Tourettes treatment, X-ray
Tourettes treatment, coloured X-ray. Profile view of the skull of a 25-year-old man with Tourettes syndrome, showing electrodes implanted in his brain

Background imageDisorder Collection: Damaged knee, artwork

Damaged knee, artwork
Damaged knee. Artwork showing the internal anatomy of a damaged human knee, with an inset (bottom) of the cartilage (grey) that covers the ends of the bones forming this joint

Background imageDisorder Collection: Aortic aneurysm, X-ray

Aortic aneurysm, X-ray
Aortic aneurysm. Coloured X-ray of the chest of a 68-year-old woman with an aortic aneurysm. An aneurysm is a swelling of an artery where the wall has weakened, here on the arch where the aorta

Background imageDisorder Collection: Stenosis of carotid artery, CT scan

Stenosis of carotid artery, CT scan
Stenosis of carotid artery. Coloured three-dimensional computed tomography (CT) angiography scan of the neck arteries (red) of a 41-year-old patient, showing a stenosis (narrowing)

Background imageDisorder Collection: Osteoporosis in the skull, X-ray

Osteoporosis in the skull, X-ray
Osteoporosis in the skull. Coloured X-ray of the skull of a 71-year-old person with osteoporosis. Osteoporosis (brittle bone disease)

Background imageDisorder Collection: Medullary sponge kidney, CT scan

Medullary sponge kidney, CT scan
Medullary sponge kidney. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan in axial section of the abdomen of a 25-year-old patient with medullary sponge kidney, or Cacchi Ricci disease

Background imageDisorder Collection: Fibrosing alveolitis, X-ray

Fibrosing alveolitis, X-ray
Fibrosing alveolitis. Coloured X-ray of the chest of an 82-year-old man with fibrosing alveolitis. Also known as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and cryptogenic fibrosing alveolitis




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"Unraveling the Chaos: A Glimpse into Disorder" In a world teeming with complexities, disorder manifests itself in various forms. From the tumultuous second fight between Harry Paulson and Tom Paddock in 1851 to the captivating artwork of Hoffmann's "Soup, " disorder takes center stage, leaving us mesmerized by its enigmatic nature. The late 19th or early 20th-century masterpiece by Pugnis captures the essence as fists collide and chaos ensues within the boxing ring. The White Horse Final echoes this sentiment, depicting a scene where order is shattered amidst fervent competition. Gin Lane presents another facet of disorder, showcasing societal decay fueled by addiction and destitution. Meanwhile, medical illustrations like those portraying pneumothorax treatment or appendicitis reveal internal turmoil plaguing our bodies. Through Soviet propaganda posters, we witness how political unrest can breed discord among nations. These visual narratives remind us that even ideologies can become disordered when pushed to extremes. X-rays unveil disorders hidden beneath our skin - bunions causing discomfort with each step taken; knee pain hindering movement; joint pain disrupting daily life. Yet these conceptual artworks also symbolize resilience as individuals strive for healing and restoration through treatments like total hip replacement or Calots spinal surgery from centuries past. Amidst this whirlwind of chaos, one thing remains clear - disorder challenges us to confront adversity head-on. It pushes boundaries and forces us to adapt, reminding us that growth often arises from moments of disruption. So let us embrace the disorder that surrounds us - for within its tangled web lies an opportunity for transformation and renewal.