Ch 5. Oncology/Urology Flashcards
(16 cards)
What is lymphadenopathy?
Disease of the lymph nodes (gland).
What is chemotherapy?
Treatment with drugs.
What does mediastinal refer to?
Pertaining to the central section of the chest, between the lungs.
What is diagnosis?
Complete knowledge of a patient’s condition.
What is a needle biopsy?
Removal of living tissue for microscopic examination.
What is fatigue?
State of exhaustion or loss of strength.
What is prognosis?
Prediction of the outcome of an illness or treatment.
What does hepatic refer to?
Pertaining to the liver.
What is Hodgkin lymphoma?
Malignant tumor of lymph nodes.
What is radiotherapy?
Treatment of disease (cancer) with high energy particles such as x-rays, protons, and photons.
What is dysuria?
Painful urination.
What is renal calculus?
Stone in the kidney.
What is hematuria?
Abnormal condition of blood in urine.
What are symptoms?
Indications of disease or change in condition as perceived by the patient.
What is lithotripsy?
Process of crushing a stone in the urinary tract using ultrasonic vibrations.
What is ureter?
One of the tubes leading from the kidney to the urinary bladder.
