Dexon sutures are synthetic absorbable surgical sutures. These are composed of the homopolymer of glycolic acid. The sutures are sterile, inert, noncollagenous and nonantigenic. These are indicated for use as absorbable sutures in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in ophthalmic procedures.

DHEA-S is the sulfated version of DHEA. It is the most abundent steroid product of the adrenal glands. DHEA is rapidly converted to DHEAS by an enzyme present in the adrenals, liver and small intestine. It is present at concentrations greater than 200 times that of DHEA and has a longer half-life, which largely removes the diurnal variation.

Diabetic Foot is a term for foot problems in patients with diabetes mellitus. Due to arterial abnormalities and diabetic neuropathy, as well as a tendency to delayed wound healing, infection or gangrene of the foot is relatively common. Ten to Fifteen per cent of diabetic patients develop foot ulcers at some point in their lives and foot related problems are responsible for up to 50% of diabetes related hospital admissions.All major reviews recommend special footwear for patients with a prior ulcer or with foot deformities.

Diabetic footwear addresses the diabetic related foot disorders. It is ideal for curing neuropathy, poor circulation, foot ulcers, calluses, and possibly amputations. It provides the support needed, which can help prevent medical complications for diabetics.

Diagnostic angiography is an X-ray exam of the arteries, which is used to diagnose blockages or other abnormalities of the blood vessels. The objective of the exam is to define the site and extent of the arterial abnormality, allowing the physician to determine the best treatment options, and often allowing the treatment to be performed by the interventional radiologist at the same time.