A halo brace immobilizes the head and neck to allow spinal injuries in the cervical spine to heal. It is fitted by screwing a metal ring into the skull and requires extra care to avoid discomfort, infection, and loosening. The brace allows patients to move and reduces the risk of complications associated with bed rest. […]
The “halo sign” is a radiological phenomenon that appears as a ring or cloud on medical imaging and can indicate inflammation, tumors, or fetal death. Doctors may recommend repeat imaging or biopsy for diagnosis and treatment options vary depending on the situation. In medicine, several radiological phenomena are known as “halo sign”. These result in […]
Halo nevus is a benign skin lesion that appears as a mole surrounded by a white halo. It is caused by lymphocytic infiltration and is usually found on the trunk. It produces no symptoms and requires no treatment, but any irregularity warrants excision for histological examination. Follow-up skin examinations are recommended. A halo nevus is […]
The halo effect is a cognitive bias where a positive quality about a person leads to the attribution of other good qualities. It can lead to unfair treatment and is a problem in recruiting. The effect is deep and pervasive, affecting judgments in all areas of life. Halo effects are psychological tendencies studied in detail […]
