"Advances in Medicine and Biology" presents original research results on the leading edge of medicine and biology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial research results across a broad spectrum. This book discusses research on topics such as the treatment of osteoporosis with a combination of functional food factors; anti-diabetes drug discovery; Barrett's Esophagus in the Chinese population; the emerging role of fluoroquinolones in the treatment of tuberculosis; cardiac impairment in therapy with fluoroquinolones; the use of platelet rich plasma in sports injuries; heritability of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease; esophageal stent placement for benign esophageal strictures, leaks, fistulas and perforations; characterization of gastroesophageal reflux; proximal extension of the flexor retinaculum; what clinical teaching associates learn from gynecological examination; and treating mine-blast injuries in Sri Lanka.