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kidneys

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Two bean-shaped organs located on each side of the vertebral column on the posterior wall of the abdominal cavity behind the parietal peritoneum. Their function is to remove waste products from the blodd and to aid in maintaining water and electrolyte balance

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nephron

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urine-producing microscopic structure. Approximately 1 million nephrons are located in each kidney.

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glomerulus (pl. glomeruli)

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cluster of capillaries at the entrance of the nephron. the process of filtering the blood, thereby forming urine, begins here.

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renal pelvis

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funnel-shaped reservoir that collects the urine and passes it to the kidney

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hilum

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indentation on the medial side of the kindy where the ureter leaves the kidney

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ureters

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two slender tubes, approxiamtely 10 to 13 inches long, that receive the urine from the kidneys and carry it to the posterior portion of the bladder

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urinary bladder

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muscular, hollow organ that temporarily holds the urine. As it fills, the thick, muscular wall becomes thinner, and the organ increases in size.

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urethra

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lowest part of the urinary tract, through which the urine passes from the urinary bladder to the outside of the body.

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urinary meatus

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opening through which the urine passes to the outside

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cysto, vesic/o

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bladder, sac

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glomerul/o

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glomerulus

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meat/o

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meatus (opening)

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nephr/o, ren/o

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kidney

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pyel/o

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renal pelvis

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ureter/o

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ureter

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urethr/o

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urethra

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albumin/o

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albumin

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azot/o

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urea, nitrogen

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blast/o

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developing cell, germ cell

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glyc/o, glycos/o

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sugar

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hydr/o

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water

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lith/o

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stone, calculus

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noct/i

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night

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olig/o

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scanty, few

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son/o
sound
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tom/o
cut, section
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urin/o, ur/o
urine, urinary tract
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-gram
record, radiographic image
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-iasis, -esis
condition
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-lysis
loosening, dissolution, separating
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-megaly
enlargement
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-ptosis
drooping, sagging, prolapse
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-rrhaphy
suturing, repairing
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-tripsy
surgical crushing
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-trophy
nourishment, development
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-uria
urine, urination
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hydronephrosis
abnormal condition of water in the kidney
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nephritis
inflammation of the kidney
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nephroblastoma
kidney tumor containing developing cells
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nephrohypertrophy
excessive development (increase in size) of the kidney
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nephrolithiasis
condition of stones in the kidney
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nephroma
tumor of the kidney
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nephromegaly
enlargement of the kidney
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nephroptosis
drooping kidney
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pyelitis
inflammation of the renal pelvis
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pyelonephritis
inflammation of the renal pelvis and the kidney
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ureteritis
inflammation of the ureter
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ureterocele
protrusion of a ureter (distally into the bladder)
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ureterolithiasis
condition of stones in the ureters
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ureterostenosis
narrowing of the ureter
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urethrocystitis
inflammation of the urethra and the bladder
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polycystic kidney disease
condition in which the kidney contains many cysts and is enlarged
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renal calculus
stone in the kidney
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renal failure
loss of kidney function resulting in its inability to remove waste products from the body and maintain electrolyte balance
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renal hypertension
elevated blood pressure resulting from kidney disease
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urinary suppression
sudden stoppage of urine formation
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urinary tract infection (UTI)
infection of one or more organs of the urinary tract
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cystectomy
excision of the bladder
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cystolithotomy
incision of the bladder to remove a stone
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cystostomy
creating an artifical opening into the bladder
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cystorrhaphy
suturing the bladder
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cystotomy, vesicotomy
incision of the bladder
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lithotripsy
surgical crushing of a stone
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meatotomy
incision of the meatus (to enlarge it)
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nephrectomy
excision of the kidney
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nephrolithotomy
incision of the kidney to remove a stone
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nephrolithotripsy
surgical crushing of a stone in the kidney
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nephrolysis
separating the kidney (from other body structures)
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nephropexy
surgical fixation of the kidney
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nephrostomy
creation of an artifical opening into the kidney
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pyelolithotomy
incision of the renal pelvis to remove a stone
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pyeloplasty
surgical repair of the renal pelvis
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ureterostomy
creation of an artifical opening into the ureter
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ureterectomy
excision of a ureter
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urethroplasty
surgical repair of the urethra
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vesicourethral suspension
suspension pertaining to the bladder and urethra
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extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy
a noninvasive treatment for removal of kidney stone or ureteral stone. By using ultrasound and fluoroscopic imaging, the stone is positioned at a focal point. Repeated firing of the shock waves renders the stone into fragments that pass from the body in the urine.
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fulguration
destruction of living tissue with an electric spark
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renal transplant
surgical implantation of a donor kidney to replace a nonfunctioning kidney
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cystogram
radiographic image of the bladder
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cystography
radiographic imaging of the bladder
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intravenous urogram (IVU)
radiographic image of the urinary tract
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nephrogram
radiographic image of the kidney
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nephrography
radiographic imaging of the kidney
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nephrosonography
process of recording the kidney using sound (an ultrasound test)
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nephrotomogram
sectional radiographic image of the kidney
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renogram
(graphic) record of the kidney
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retrograde urogram
radiographic image of the urinary tract
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voiding cystourethrography (VCUG)
radiographic imaging of the bladder and the urethra
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KUB (Kidney, ureter, bladder)
a simple radiographic image of the abdomen. It is often used to view the kidneys, ureters, and bladder to determine size, shape, and location.
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blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
a blood test that measures the amount of urea in the blood; used to determine kidney function. An increased BUN indicates renal dysfunction
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creatinine (cre-AT-i-nin)
a blood test that measures the amount of creatinine in the blood. An elevated amount may indicate impaired kidney function.
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specific gravity (SG)
a test performed on a urine specimen to measure the concentrating or diluting ability of the kidneys
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urinalysis (UA)
multiple routine tests performed on a urine specimen.
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albuminuria (al-bu-min-U-re-a)
albumin in the urine (albumin is an important protein in the blood, but when found in the urine, it indicates a kidney problem)
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anuria (an-U-re-a)
absence of urine (failure for kidneys to produce urine
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diuresis (di-u-RE-sis)
condition of urine passing through (increased amount of urine)
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dysuria (dis-U-re-a)
difficult or painful urination
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glycosuria (gli-ko-SU-re-a)
sugar (glucose) in the urine
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hematuria (hem-a-TU-re-a)
blood in the urine
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meatal (me-A-tal)
pertaining to the meatus
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nephrologist (ne-FROL-o-jist)
a physician who studies and treats diseases of the kidney
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nephrology (ne-FROL-o-je)
study of the kidney (a branch of medicine dealing with diseases of the kidney)
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nocturia (nok-TU-re-a)
night urination
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oliguria (ol-i-GU-re-a)
scanty urine (amount)
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polyuria (pol-e-U-re-a)
much (excessive) urine
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pyuria (pi-U-re-a)
pus in the urine
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urinary (u-rin-ar-e)
pertaining to urine
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urologist (u-ROL-o-jist)
a physician who studies and treats diseases of the urinary tract
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urology
study of the urinary tract
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catheter
flexible, tubelike, device, such as a urinary catheter, for withdrawing or instilling fluids
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distended
stretched out (bladder is distended when filled with urine)
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enuresis (en-u-RE-sis)
involuntary urination
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hemodialysis (HD)
procedure for removing impurities from the blood because of an inability of the kidneys to do so.
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incontinence
inability to control bladder and/or bowels
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micturate (MIK-tu-rat)
to urinate or void
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peritoneal dialysis (par-i-to-NE-al di-AL-i-sis)
procedure for removing toxic wastes when the kidney is unable to do so.
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stricture (STRIK-chur)
abnormal narrowing, such as a urethral stricture
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urinal
receptacle for urine
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urinary catheterization
passage of a catheter into the urinary bladder to withdraw urine
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urodynamics (u-ro-di-NAM-iks)
pertaining to the force and flow of urine within the urinary tract
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void
to empty or evacuate waster material, especially urine
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ARF
acute renal failure
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BUN
Blood urea nitrogen
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cath
catheterization, catheter
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CRF
chronic renal failure
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ESRD
end-stage renal failure
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ESWL
extracorpeal shock wave lithotripsy
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HD
hemodialysis
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IVP
intravenous pyelogram
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IVU
intravenous urogram
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OAB
overactive bladder
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SG
specific gravity
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UA
urinalysis
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UTI
urinary tract infection
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VCUG
voiding cystourethrogram
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periosteum
outermost layer of the bone, made up of fibrous tissue
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compact bone
dense, hard layers of bone tissue that lie underneath the periosteum
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cancellous (spongy) bone
contains little spaces like a sponge and is encased in the layers of compact bones
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endosteum
membranous lining of the hollow cavity of the bone
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diaphysis
shaft of the long bones
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epiphysis (pl. epiphyses)
end of each long bone
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bone marrow
material found in the cavities of the bones
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red marrow
thick, bloodlike material found in flat bones and the ends of long bones; location of blood cell formaiton
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yellow marrow
soft, fatty material found in the medullary cavity of long bones
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maxilla
upper jaw bone
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mandible
lower jaw bone
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vertebral column
made up of bones called vertebrae (pl) or vertebra (singular) through which the spinal cord runs. The vertebral column protects the spinal cord
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cervical vertebrae (C1 to C7)
first set of seven bones, froming the neck
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thoracic vertebrae (T1 to T12)
second set of 12 vertebrae. They articulate with the 12 pair of ribs to form the outward curve of the spin.
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lumbar vertebrae (L1 to L5)
third set of five larger vertebrae, which form the inward curve of the spine
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sacrum
next five vertebrae, which fuse together to form a triangular bone positioned between the two hip bones
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coccyx
four vertebrae fused together to form the tailbone
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lamina (pl. laminae)
part of the vertebral arch
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clavicle
collarbone
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scapula
shoulder blade
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acromion process
extension of the scapula, which forms the high point of the shoulder
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sternum
breastbone
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xiphoid process
lower portion of the sternum
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humerus
upper arm bone
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ulna and radius
lower arm bones
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olecranon process
projection at the upper end of the ulnathat forms the the bony point of the elbow
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carpal bones
wrist bones
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metacarpal bones
hand bones
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phalanges (sing. phalanx)
finger and toe bones
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pelvic bone, hip bone
made up of three bones fused together
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ischium
lower rear portion on which one sits
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ilium
upper, wing-shaped part on each side
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pubis
anterior portion of the pelvic bone
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acetabulum
large socket in the pelvic bone for the head of the femur
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femur
upper leg bone
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tibia and fibula
lower leg bones
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patella (pl. patellae)
kneecap
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tarsal bones
ankle bones
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calcaneus
heel bone
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metatarsal bones
foot bones
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articular cartilage
smooth layer of firm, fibrous tissue covering the contacting surface of joints
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meniscus
crescent-shaped cartilage found in the knee
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intervertebral disk
cartilaginous pad found between the vertebrae in the spine
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pubic symphysis
cartilaginous joint at which two pubic bones come together
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synovia
fluid secreted by the synovial membrane and found in joint cavities
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bursa (pl. bursae)
fluid-filled sac that allows for easy movement of one part of the joint or the other
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ligament
flexible, tough band of fibrous connective tissue that attaches one bone to another at a joint
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tendon
band of fibrous connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone
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aponeurosis
strong sheet of tissue that acts as a tendon to attach muscles to bone
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skeletal muscles (also known as striated muscles)
attached to bones by tendons and make body movement possible. Skeletal muscles produce action by pulling and by working in pairs. They are also called voluntary muscles because we have control over these muscles.
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smooth muscles (also known as unstriated muscles)
located in internal organs such as the walls of blood vessels and the digestive tract. They are also called involuntary muscles because they respond to impulses from the autonomic nerves and are not controlled voluntarily
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cardiac muscle (known as myocardium)
forms most of the wall of the heart. Its involuntary contraction produces the heartbeat
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abduction (ab-DUK-shun)
moving away from the midline
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adduction (ad-DUK-shun)
moving toward the midline
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inversion (in-VER-zhun)
turning inward
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eversion (e-VER-zhun)
turning outward
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extension (ek-STEN-shun)
movement in which a limb is placed in a straight position
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flexion
movement in which the limb is bent
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pronation
movement that turns the palm down
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supination
movement tha turns the palm up
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rotation
turning around its own axis
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carp/o
carpals (wrist bone)
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clavic/o, clavicul/o
clavicle (collarbone)
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cost/o
rib
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crani/o
cranium (skull)
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femor/o
femur (upper leg bone)
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fibul/o
fibula (lower leg bone)
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humer/o
humerus (upper arm bone)
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ili/o
ilium
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ischi/o
ischium
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lumb/o
loin, lumbar region of the spine
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mandibul/o
mandible (lower jawbone)
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maxil/o
maxilla (upper jawbone)
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patell/o
patella (kneecap)
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pelv/i, pelv/o
pelvis, pelvic bone
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phalang/o
phalanges (finger or toe bones)
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pub/o
pubis
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rachi/o
spine/vertebral column
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radi/o
radius (lower arm bone)
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sacr/o
sacrum
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scapul/o
scapula (shoulder blade)
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spondyl/o, vertebr/o
vertebra
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stern/o
sternum
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tars/o
tarsals (ankle bone)
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tibi/o
tibia (lower leg bone)
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uln/o
ulna (lower arm bone)
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aponeur/o
aponeurosis
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arthr/o
joint
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burs/o
bursa (cavity)
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chondr/o
cartilage
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disk/o
intervertebral disk
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menisc/o
meniscus (crescent)
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synovi/o
synovia, synovial membrane
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ten/o, tend/o, tendin/o
tendon
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ankyl/o
crooked, stiff, bent
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kinesi/o
movement, motion
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kyph/o
hump (increased convexity of the spine)
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lamin/o
lamina (thin, flat plate or layer)
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lord/o
bent forward (increased concavity of the spine)
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myel/o (also means spinal cord)
bone marrow
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my/o, myos/o
muscle
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oste/o
bone
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petr/o
stone
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scoli/o
crooked, curved
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inter-
between
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supra-
above
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sym-, syn-
together, jointed
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-asthenia
weakness
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-clasia, clasis, -clast
break
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-desis
surgical fixation, fusion
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-physis
growth
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-schisis
split, fissure
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ankylosis (ang-ki-LO-sis)
abnormal condition of stiffness
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arthritis (ar-THRI-tis)
inflammation of a joint
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bursitis (ber-SI-tis)
inflammation of the bursa
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chondromalacia (kon-dro-ma-LA-sha)
softening of the cartilage
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cranioschisis (kra-ne-OS-ki-sis)
fissure of the skull (congenital)
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diskitis (dis-KI-tis)
inflammation of the an intervertebral disk (also called discitis)
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fibromyalgia (fi-bro-mi-AL-ja)
pain in the fibrous tissues and muscles
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kyphosis (ki-FO-sis)
abnormal condition of a hump (also called humpback or hunchback)
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lordosis (lor-DO-sis)
abnormal condition of bending forward (also called swayback)
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maxillitis (mak-si-LI-tis)
inflammation of the maxilla
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meniscitis (men-i-SI-tis)
inflammation of the meniscus
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myasthenia (mi-as-THE-ne-a)
muscle weakness
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myeloma (mi-e-LO-ma)
tumor of the bone marrow (malignant)
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osteitis (os-te-I-tis)
inflammation of the bone
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osteoarthritis (os-te-o-ar-THRI-tis)
inflammation of the bone and joint
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osteochondritis (os-te-o-kon-DRI-tis)
inflammation of the bone and cartilage
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osteofibroma (os-te-o-fi-BRO-ma)
tumor of the bone and fibrous tissue (benign)
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osteomalacia (os-te-o-ma-LA-sha)
softening of bones
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osteomyelitis (os-te-o-mi-e-LI-tis)
inflammation of the bone and bone marrow (caused by bacterial infection)
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osteopenia (os-te-o-PE-ne-a)
abnormal reduction of bone mass (caused bu inadequate replacement of bone lost to normal bone lysis and can lead to osteoporosis)
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osteopetrosis (os-te-o-pe-TRO-sis)
abnormal condition of stonelike bones (marble like bones caused by increased formation of bone)
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osteosarcoma (os-te-o-sar-KO-ma)
malignant tumor of the bone
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polymyositis (pol-e-mi-o-SI-tis)
inflammation of many muscles
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rachischisis (ra-KIS-ki-sis)
fissure of the vertebral column (also called spinal bifida)
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rhabdomyolysis (rab-do-mi-OL-i-sis)
dissolution of striated muscle (severity can vary can be caused trauma, extreme exertion and drug toxicity)
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sarcopenia (sar-ko-PE-ne-a)
abnormal reduction of connective tissue
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scoliosis (sko-le-O-sis)
abnormal condition of (lateral) curved spine
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spondylarthritis (spon-dil-ar-THRI-tis)
inflammation of the vertebral joints
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spondylosis (spon-di-LO-sis)
abnormal condition of the vertebra
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synoviosarcoma (si-no-ve-o-sar-KO-ma)
malignant tumor of the synovial membrane
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tendinitis (ten-di-NI-tis)
inflammation of a tendon (also spelt tendonitis)
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tenosynovitis (ten-o-sin-o-VI-tis)
inflammation of the tendon and synovial membrane
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ankylosing spondylitis (ang-ki-LO-sing spon-di-LI-tis)
form of arthirits that first affects the spine and adjacent structures and that, as it progresses, causes a forward bend to the spine (also called strumpell-Marie arthritis or disease, or rheumatiod spondylitis)
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bunion (BUN-yun)
abnormal prominence of the joint at the base of the great toe. It is a common problem, often hereditary or caused by poorly fitted shoes (also called hallux valgus)
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carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)
a common nerve entrapment disorder of the wrist caused by compression of the median nerve. Symptoms include pain and paresthesia in portions of the hand
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Colles fracture (KOL-ez)
a type of wrist fracture. The fracture is at the distal end of the radius, the distal fragment being displaced backward.
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exostosis (ek-sos-TO-sis)
abnormal benign growth on the surface of a bone (also called spur)
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fracture (fx)
broken bone
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gout
disease in which an excessive amount of uric acid in the blood causes sodium urate crystals (tophi) to be deposited in the joints, especially that of the great toe, producing arthritis
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herniated disk
rupture of the intervertebral disk cartilage, which allows the contents to protude through it, putting pressure of the spinal nerve roots (also called slipped disk, ruptured disk, herniated intervertebral disk or herniated nucleus pulposus [HNP])
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lyme disease
an infection caused by bacteria carried by deer ticks and transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected tick. May include rash and flu like symptoms.
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muscular dystrophy (MD)
group of hereditary diseases characterized by degeneration of muscles and weakness
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myasthenia gravis (MG)
chronic disease characterized by muscle weakness and thought to be caused by a defect in the transmission of impulses from nerve to muscle cell. The face, larynx and throat are frequently affected; no true paralysis of the muscles exists.
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osteoporosis (os-te-o-po-RO-sis)
abnormal loss of bone density that may lead to an increase in fractures of the ribs, thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, hips, and wrists after slight trauma
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rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
a chronic systemic disease characterized by autoimmune inflammatory changes in the connective tissue throughout the body
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spinal stenosis
narrowing of the spinal canal with compression of nerve roots. The condition is wither congenital or due to spinal degeneration. Symptoms are pain radiating to the thigh or lower legs and numbness or tingling in the lower extremities.
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spondylolisthesis (spon-di-lo-lis-THE-sis)
forward slipping of one vertebra over another
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aponeurorrhaphy (ap-o-nu-ROR-a-fe)
suture of an aponeurosis
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arthrocentesis (ar-thro-sen-TE-sis)
surgical puncture of a joint to aspirate fluid
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arthroclasia (ar-thro-KLA-zha)
surgical breaking of a stiff joint
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arthrodesis (ar-thro-DE-sis)
surgical fixation of a joint (also called joint fusion)
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arthroplasty (AR-thro-plas-te)
surgical repair of a joint
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bursectomy
excision of a bursa
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carpectomy (kar-PEK-to-me)
excision of a carpal bone
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chondrectomy (kon-DREK-to-me)
excision of a cartilage
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Total hip replacement arthroplasty (THA)
replacement of the hip joint with a metallic femoral head and a plastic coated acetabulum
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Birmingham hip resurfacing
used for younger active patients. removal of a few millimeters of bone from the femoral head instead of the entire femoral head. a metal cap is placed on top of the femur, and smooth metal is placed in the acetabulum.
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Total knee joint replacement arthroplasty (TKA)
is designed to replace worn surfaces of the knee joint. Various prostheses are used.
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metatarsal arthroplasty
is used to treat deformities associated with rheumatoid arthritis or hallux valgus and to treat painful or unstable joints.
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chondroplasty (KON-dor-plas-te)
surgical repair of a cartilage
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adenoiditis
inflammation of the adenoids
310
alveolitis
inflammation of the alveolus
311
atelectasis
incomplete expansion of the lung or portion of the lung
312
bronchiectasis
dilation of the bronchi
313
bronchitis
inflammation of the bronchi
314
bronchogenic carcinoma
cancerous tumor originating in a bronchus
315
bronchopneumonia
diseased state of the bronchi and lungs (normally caused by infection)
316
diaphragmatocele (di-a-frag-MAT-o-sel)
Hernia of the diaphragm
317
Epiglottitis
inflammation of the epiglottis
318
hemothorax
blood in the chest (pleural space)
319
laryngitis
inflammation of the larynx
320
laryngotracheobronchitis (LTB) *la-ring-go-tra-ke-o-bron-KI-tos*
inflammation of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi (the acute form is called croup)
321
lobar pneumonia
pertianing to the lobes, diseased state of the lung
322
nasopharyngitis
inflammation of the nose and pharynx
323
pansinusitis
inflammation of the sinus
324
pharyngitis
inflammation of the pharynx
325
pleuritis
inflammation of the pleura
326
pneumatocele
hernia of the lung
327
pneumoconiosis
abnormal condition of dust in the lungs
328
pneumonia
diseased state of the lung
329
pneumonitis
inflammation of the lung
330
pneumothorax
air in the chest (pleural space), which causes collapse of the lung
331
pulmonary neoplasm
pertaining to the lung, new growth (tumor)
332
pyothorax
pus in the chest
333
rhinitis
inflammation of the nose
334
rhinomycosis
abnormal condition of fungus in the nose
335
rhinorrhagia
rapid flow of blood from the nose
336
thoracalgia
pain in the chest
337
tonsillitis
inflammation of the tonsils
338
tracheitis
inflammation of the trachea
339
tracheostenosis
narrowing of the trachea
340
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
respiratory failure as a result of disease or injury
341
asthma
respiratory disease chracterized by paroxysms of coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath, which is caused by constriction of airways that is reversible between attacks
342
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
a progressive lung disease that resticts the air flow, which makes breathing difficult. Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are the two main compnents of COPD
343
coccidiodomycosis
fungal disease affecting the lungs and sometimes other organs of the body
344
cor pulmonale
serious cardiac disease associated with chronic lung disorders, such as emphysema
345
croup
condition resulting from acute obstruction of the larynx
346
cystic fibrosis
hereditary disorder of exocrine glands characterized by excess mucus production in the respiratory tract pancreatic deficiency, and other symptoms
347
deviated septum
one part of the nasal cavity is smalller because of malformation or injury of the nasal cavity
348
emphysema
stretching of the lung tissuecaused by the alveoli becoming distended and losing elasticity
349
epistaxis
nosebleed
350
influenza
highly infectious respiratory disease caused by a virus
351
legionnaire disease
a lobar pneumonia caused by the bacterium legionella pneuophila
352
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
repetitive pharyngeal collapse during sleep, which leads to absenceof breathing; can produce daytime drowsiness and elevated blood pressure
353
Pertussis
Highly contagious bacterial infection of the respiratory tract characterized by an acute crowing inspiration, or whoop (also called whooping cough)
354
pleural effusion
fluid in the pleural space caused by a disease process or trauma
355
pulmonary edema
fluid accumulation in the alveoli and bronchioles
356
pulmonary embolism (PE)
matter forgein to the circulation, carried to the pulmonary artery and its branches, where it blocks circulation to the lungs and can be fatal if of sufficient size or number.
357
Tuberculosis
an infectious disease, caused by an acid-fast bacillus, most commonly spread by inhalation of small particles and usually affecting the lungs
358
upper respiratory infection (URI)
infection of the nasal cavity, pharynx, or larynx (commonly called a cold)
359
Adenoidectomy
excision of the adenoids
360
adenotome
surgical instrument used to cut the adenoids
361
bronchoplasty
surgical repair of a bronchus
362
laryngectomy
excision of the larynx
363
laryngoplasty
surgical repair of the larynx
364
laryngostomy
creation of an artifical opening into the larynx
365
laryngotracheotomy
incision of the larynx and trachea
366
lobectomy
excision of a lobe (of the lung)
367
pleuropexy
surgical fixation of the pleura
368
pneumobronchotomy
incision of lung and bronchus
369
pneumonectomy
excision of a lung
370
rhinoplasty
surgical repair of the nose
371
septoplasty
incision into the nasal septum
372
sinusotomy
incision of a sinus
373
thoracocentesis
surgical puncture to aspirate fluid from the chest cavity
374
thoracotomy
incision in the chest cavity
375
tonsillectomy
excision of the tonsils
376
tracheoplasty
surgical repair of the trachea
377
tracheostomy
creation of an artifical opening into the trachea
378
tracheotomy
incision of the trachea
379
bronchoscope
instrument used for visual examination of the bronchi
380
bronchoscopy
visual examination of the bronchi
381
endoscope
instrument used for visual examination within
382
endoscopic
pertaining to visual examination within
383
endoscopy
visual examination within
384
laryngoscope
instrument used for visual examination of the larynx
385
laryngoscopy
visual examination of the larynx
386
capnometer
instrument used to measure carbon dioxide
387
oximeter
instrument used to measure oxygen
388
spirometer
instrument used to measure breathing (or lung volume)
389
spriometry
a measurement of breathing (lung volume)
390
polysomnography (PSG)
process of recording many tests during sleep
391
chest computed tomography (CT) scan
computerized images of the chest created in sections sliced from front to back. Performed to diagnose tumors, abscesses, and pleural effusion. Computed tomography is used to visualize other body parts such as the abdomen and the brain.
392
Chest radiograph (CXR)
a radiographic image of the chest performed to evaluate the lungs and the heart (also called a chest x-ray)
393
ventilation-perfusion scanning (VPS)
a nuclear medicine precedure performed to diagnose a pulmonary embolism and other conditions
394
acid-fast bacilli (AFB) smear
a test performed on septum to determine the presence of acid-fast bacilli, which cause tuberculosis
395
arterial blood gases (ABGs)
a test performed on arterial blood to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases present
396
peak flow meter (PFM)
a portable instrument used to measure how fast air can be pushed out the lung; used to help monitor asthma and adjust medication accordingly
397
pulmonary function test (PFTs)
a group of tests performed to measure breathing and used to determing respiratory function
398
pulse oximetry
a noninvasive method of measuring oxygen in the blood by using a device that attaches to the finertip
399
auscultation
the act of listening for sounds within the body through a stethoscope.
400
percussion
the act of tapping of a body surface with the fingers to determine the density of te part beneath by the sound obtained. The dull sound indicates the presence of fluid in a body space or cavity such as in the pleural space
401
PPD (purified protein derivative) skin test
a test performed on individuals who have recently been exposed to tuberculosis.
402
stethoscope
an instrument used to hear internal body sounds; used for performing auscultation and blood pressure measurement
403
acapnia
condition of absence (less than normal level) of carbon dioxide (in the blood)
404
alveolar
pertaining to the alveolus
405
anoxia
condition of the absence (deficiency) of oxygen
406
aphonia
condition of absence of voice
407
apnea
absence of breathing
408
bronchoalveolar
pertaining to the bronchi and alveoli
409
bronchospasm
spasmodic contraction in the bronchi
410
diaphragmatic
pertaining to the diaphragm
411
dysphonia
condition of difficult speaking (voice)
412
dyspnea
difficult breathing
413
endotracheal
pertaining to within the trachea
414
eupnea
normal breathing
415
hypercapnia
condition of excess carbon dioxide (in the blood)
416
hypernea
exessive breathing
417
hypocapnia
condition of deficient carbon dioxide (in the blood)
418
hyponea
deficient breathing
419
hypoxemia
condition of deficient oxygen in the blood
420
hypoxia
condition of deficient oxyen (to the tissue)
421
intrapleural
pertaining to within the pleura (space between the two pleural membranes)
422
laryngeal
pertaining to the larynx
423
laryngospasm
spasmodic contraction of the larynx
424
mucoid
resembling mucus
425
mucous
pertaining to mucus
426
nasopharyngeal
pertaining to the nose and pharynx
427
orthopnea
able to breathe easier in a straight (upright) position
428
phrenalgia
pain in the diaphragm
429
phrenospasm
spasm of the diaphragm
430
pulmonary
pertaining to the lungs
431
pulmonologist
a physician who studies and treats diseases of the lung
432
pulmnology
study of the lung (a branch of medicine dealing with diseases of the lung)
433
rhinorrhea
discharge from the nose (as in a cold)
434
tachypnea
rapid breathing
435
thoracic
pertaining to the chest
436
airway
passageway by which air enters and leaves the lungs as well as a mechanical device used to keep the air passageway unobstructed
437
asphyxia
deprivation of oxygen for tissue usel suffocation
438
aspirate
to withdraw fluid or suction fluid; also to draw foreign material into the respiratory tract
439
bronchoconstrictor
agent causing narrowing of the bronchi
440
bronchodilator
agent causing the bronchi to widen
441
cough
sudden, noisy expulsion of air from the lungs
442
hiccup
sudden catching of breath with a spasmodic contraction of the diaphragm
443
hyperventilation
ventilation of the lungs beyond normal body needs
444
hypoventilation
ventilation of the lungs that does not fullfill the body's gas exchange needs
445
mucopurulent
containing both mucus and pus
446
mucus
slimy fluid secreted by the mucous membranes
447
nebulizer
device that creates a mist used to deliver medication for giving respiratory treatment
448
nosocomial infection
an infection acquired during hospitalization
449
paroxysm
periodic, sudden attack
450
patent
open, the opposite of closed or compromised, thus allowing passage of air, as in patent trachea and bronchi
451
sputum
muccous secretion from the lungs, bronchi, and trachea expelled through the mouth
452
ventilator
mechanical device used to assist with or substitute for breathing
453
ABGs
arterial blood gases
454
AFB
acid-fast bacilli
455
ARDS
acute respiratory distress syndrome
456
CF
cystic fibrosis
457
COPD
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
458
CT
computed tomography
459
CXR
chest radiograph
460
flu
influenza
461
LLL
left lower lobe
462
LTB
Laryngotracheobronchitis
463
LUL
Left Upper Lobe
464
OSA
obstructive sleep disorder
465
PE
pulmonary embolism
466
PFM
peak flow meter
467
PFTs
pulmonary function test
468
PSG
polysomnography
469
RLL
Right Lower Lobe
470
RML
Right Middle Lobe
471
RUL
Right Upper Lobe
472
SOB
shortness of breath
473
TB
tuberculosis
474
URI
Upper respiratory infection
475
VPS
ventilation-perfussion scanning
476
Lungs
two spongelike organs in the thoracic cavity. The right lung consists of three lobes and the left lung has two.
477
Pleura
Double folded serous membrane covering each lung and lining the thoracic cavity with a small spave between, called the pleural cavity, which contains serous fluid.
478
Diaphragm
muscular partition that seperates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity. It aids in the breathing process by contracting and pulling air in, then relaxing and pushing air out.
479
Mediastinum
space between te lungs. It contains the heart, esophagus, trachea, great blood vessels, and other structures.
480
Adenoid/o
Adenoids
481
alveol/o
alveolus
482
bronchi/o, bronch/o
bronchus
483
diaphragmat/o, phren/o
diaphragm
484
epiglott/o
epiglottis
485
laryng/o
larynx
486
lob/o
lobe
487
nas/o, rhin/o
nose
488
pharyng/o
pharynx
489
pleur/o
pleura
490
pneum/o, pneumat/o, pneumon/o
lung, air
491
pulmon/o
lung
492
sept/o
septum (wall off, fence)
493
sinus/o
sinus
494
thorac/o
thorax (chest)
495
tonsill/o
tonsil
496
atel/o
imperfect, incomplete
497
capn/o
carbon dioxide
498
hem/o, hemat/o
blood
499
muc/o
mucus
500
orth/o
straight
501
ox/i, ox/o
oxygen
502
phon/o
sound, voice
503
py/o
pus
504
somn/o
sleep
505
spir/o
breathe, breathing
506
a-, an-
absence of, without
507
endo-
within
508
eu-
normal, good
509
pan-
all, total
510
poly-
many, much
511
tachy-
fast, rapid
512
-algia
pain
513
-ar, -ary, -eal
pertaining to
514
-cele
hernia or protrusion
515
-centesis
surgical puncture to aspirate fluid (with a sterile needle)
516
-ectasis
stretching out, dilatation, expansion
517
-emia
blood condition
518
-graphy
process of recording, radiographic
519
-meter
insturment used to measure
520
-metry
measurement
521
-pexy
surgical fixation, suspension
522
-pnea
breathing
523
-rrhagia
rapid flow of blood
524
-scope
insturment used for visual examination
525
-scopic
pertianing to visual examination
526
-scopy
visual examination
527
-spasm
sudden, involuntary muscle contraction
528
-stenosis
constriction or narrowing
529
-stomy
creation of an artifical opening
530
-thorax
chest
531
-tomy
cut into or incision
532
-algia, -dynia
pain
533
-cele
hernia (protrusion of all or part of an organ through the wall of the cavity that contains it)
534
-ectasia
dilatation (dilation, enlargement) or streching of a structure or part
535
-ectasis
dilatation (dilation, enlargement) or streching of a structure or part
536
-edema
swelling
537
-emesis
vomiting
538
-emia
condition of the blood
539
-ia, -iasis
condition
540
-itis
inflamation
541
-lith
stone or calculus
542
-malacia
soft, softening
543
-mania
excessive preoccuption
544
-megaly
enlargement
545
-oid (forms adjectives and nouns)
resembling
546
-oma
tumor
547
-osis
condition (often an abnormal condition; sometimes an increase)
548
-pathy
disease
549
-penia
deficiency
550
-phobia
abnormal fear
551
-ptosis
prolapse (sagging)
552
-rrhage
excessive bleeding or hemorrhage
553
-rrhagia
excessive bleeding or hemorrhage
554
-rrhea
flow or discharge
555
-rrhexis
rupture
556
-spasm
twitching, cramp
557
-stasis
stopping, controlling
558
amyl/o
starch
559
glyc/o
sugar
560
hemat/o
blood
561
lact/o
milk
562
lip/o
fat
563
lith/o
stone
564
micro-
small
565
muc/o
mucus
566
prote/o, protein/o
protein
567
pyr/o
fire
568
mono-,uni-
one
569
bi-, di-
two
570
tri-
three
571
quad-, quadri-, tetra-
four
572
centi-
one hundred or one hundreth
573
milli-
one thousandth
574
diplo-
double
575
hemi- semi-
half, partly
576
hyper-
excessive, more than normal
577
hypo-
beneath or below normal
578
multi-, poly-
many
579
nulli-
none
580
pan-
all
581
primi-
first
582
super-, ultra-
excesive
583
ab-
away from
584
ad-
toward
585
ante-, pre-
before in time or in place
586
circum-, peri-
around
587
dia-
through
588
ecto-, ex-
out, without
589
exo-, extra-
away from
590
en-, endo-, end-
inside
591
epi-
above, on
592
hypo-, infra-, sub-
beneath, under
593
inter-
between
594
intra-
within
595
meso-, mid-
middle
596
para-
near, beside, or abnormal
597
per-
through or by
598
post-
after, behind
599
retro-
behind, backward
600
super-, supra-
above, beyond
601
sym-, syn-
joined, together
602
trans-
across
603
ante-, pre-, pro-
before
604
post
after or behind
605
macro-, mega-, megalo-
large or great
606
micro-
small
607
a-, an-
no, not, without
608
in-
not or inside
609
anti-, contra-
against
610
brady-
slow
611
dys
bad, difficult
612
eu-
good, normal
613
mal-
bad
614
pro-
favoring, supporting
615
tachy-
fast
616
alb/o, albin/o, leuk/o
white
617
cyt/o
cell
618
gen/o
beginning, origin, produced by or in producing or forming
619
gram/o
to record, a record, instrument for recording, process of recording
620
kinesi/o
movement
621
leps/o
seizure
622
lys/o
destruction, dissolving
623
malac/o
soft, softening
624
megal/o
large or enlarged
625
metr/o
measure, uterine tissue
626
path/o
diesase
627
phag/o
eat, ingest
628
schis/o, schiz/o, schist/o
split, cleft
629
scler/o
hard, hardening
630
scop/o
to examine, to view, instrument used for viewing
631
troph/o
nutrition
632
aer/o
air
633
blast/o
embryonic form
634
cancer/o, carcin/o
cancer
635
cephal/o
head
636
cry/o
cold
637
crypt/o
hidden
638
dips/o
thirst
639
electr/o
electricity
640
fibr/o
fiber
641
hist/o
tissue
642
myc/o
fungus
643
narc/o
stupor
644
necr/o
dead
645
optic/o, opt/o
visison
646
pharmac/o
drugs, medicine
647
phon/o
voice
648
phot/o
light
649
py/o
pus
650
therm/o
heat
651
top/o
position, place
652
trache/o
trachea
653
ossicles
bones of the middle ear that carry sound vibrations.
654
labyrinth (inner ear)
bony spaces within the temporal bone of the skull. It contains the cochlea, semicircular canals, and vestibule.
655
cochle/o
cochlea
656
eustachian tube
connects the middle ear and the pharynx.
657
semicircular canals and vestibule
contains receptors and endolymph that help the body maintain its sense of balance
658
aur/i, aur/o, ot/o
ear
659
external ear auricle (pinna)
external structure located on both sides of the head. The auricle directs sound waves into the external auditory canal.
660
audi/o
hearing
661
otomastoiditis (o-to-mas-toyd-I-tis)
inflammation of the ear and the mastoid bone
662
labyrinthitis (lab-i-rin-THI-tis)
inflammation of the labyrinth (inner ear, also called vestibular neuritis)
663
mastoiditis (mas-toyd-I-tis)
inflammation of the mastoid bone
664
myringitis (mir-in-JI-tis)
inflammation of the tympanic membrane (eardrum)
665
cochlea
is snail-shaped and contains the organ of hearing. The cochlea connects to the oval window in the middle ear.
666
labyrinth/o
labyrinth (inner ear)
667
mastoid boane and cells
located in the skull bone behind the external auditory canal
668
mastoid/o
mastoid bone
669
otalgia (o-TAL-ja)
pain in the ear
670
tympanic membrane (eardrum)
semitransparent membrane that seperates the external auditory canal and the middle ear cavity. It transmitts sound vibrationsto the ossicles
671
external auditory canal (meatus)
short tube that ends at the tympanic membrane. The inner part lies within the temporal bone of the skull and contains the glands that secrete earwax
672
staped/o
stapes (middle ear bone)
673
myring/o
tympanic membrane (eardrum)
674
tympan/o
tympanic membrane (eardrum), middle ear
675
vestibul/o
vestibule
676
otomycosis (o-to-mi-KO-sis)
abnormal condition of fungus in the ear
677
otopyorrhea (o-to-pi-o-RE-a)
discharge of pus from the ear
678
otorrhea (o-to-RE-a)
discharge from the ear
679
otosclerosis (o-to-skle-RO-sis)
hardening of the ear
680
acoustic neuroma (a-KOOS-tik nu-RO-ma)
benign tumor within the internal auditory canal growing from the acoustic nerve may cause hearing loss and may damage stuctures of the cerrebellum as it grows
681
ceruminome (se-roo-mi-NO-ma)
tumor of a gland that secretes earwax
682
cholesteatoma (ko-le-ste-a-TO-ma)
cystlike mass composed of epithelial cells and cholesterol occuring in the middle ear, may be associated with chronic otitis media
683
Meniere disease (me-NYAR di-ZEZ)
chronic disease of the inner ear characterizid by a sensation of spinning motion (vertigo), ringing in the ear, aural fullness, and fluctuating hearing loss; symptoms are related to a change in volume or composition of fluid withing the labyrinth
684
otitis externa (o-TI-tis eks-TER-na)
inflammation of the outer ear
685
otitis media (OM)
inflammation of the middle ear (also called tympanitis)
686
presbycusis (prez-bi-KU-sis)
hearing impairment in old age
687
tinnitus (tin-NI-tus)
ringing in the ear
688
vertigo (VER-ti-go)
a sense that either ones own body or the enviroment is revolving ; may indicate inner ear disease
689
cochlear implant (KOK-le-ar IM-plant)
pertaining to the cochlea implant
690
labyrinthectomy (lab-i-rin-THEK-to-me)
excision of the labryinth
691
mastoidectomy (mas-toy-DEK-to-me)
excision of the mastoid bone
692
mastoidotomy (mas-toy-DOT-o-me)
incision into the mastoid bone
693
myringoplasty (mi-RING-go-plas-te)
surgical repair of the tympanic membrane
694
myringotomy (mir-ing-GOT-o-me)
incision into the tympanic membrane (also called tympanocentesis)
695
stapedectomy (sta-pe-DEK-to-me)
excision of the stapes
696
tympanoplasty (TIM-pa-no-plas-te)
surgical repair of the middle ear
697
audiogram
graphic record of hearing
698
audiometer
instrument used to measure hearing
699
audiometry
measurement of hearing
700
electrocochleography (e-lek-tro-kok-le-OG-ra-fe)
process of recording the electrical activity in the cochlea
701
otoscope (O-to-skop)
instrument used for visual examination of the ear
702
otoscopy (o-TOS-ko-pe)
visual examination of the ear
703
tympanometer (tim-pa-NOM-e-ter)
instrument used to measure middle ear
704
tympanometry (tim-pa-NOM-e-tre)
measurement of the tympanic membrane
705
audiologist (aw-de-OL-o-jist)
one who studies and specializes in hearing
706
audiology (aw-de-OL-o-je)
study of hearing
707
aural (AW-rul)
pertaining to the ear
708
cochlear (KOK-le-ar)
pertaining to the cochlea
709
otologist (o-TOL-o-jist)
physician who studies and treats diseases of the ear
710
otology (o-TOL-o- je)
study of the ear
711
otorhinolaryngologist (o-to-ri-no-lar-ing-GOL-o-jist)
physician who studies and treats diseases of the ear, nose, and larynx also called otolaryngologist
712
vestibular (ves-TIB-u-lar)
pertaining to the vestibule
713
vestibulocochlear (ves-tib-u-lo-KOK-le-ar)
pertaining to the vestibule and the cochlea
714
AOM
acute otitis media
715
EENT
eyes, ears, nose, and throat
716
ENT
ears, nose, throat
717
OM
otitis media
718
sclera
outer protective layer of the eye; the portion seen on the anterior portion of the eyeball is referred to as the white of eye
719
cornea
transparent anterior part of the sclera, which is anterior to aqueous humor and lies over the iris. It allows the light rays to enter the eye
720
choroid
middle layer of the eye, which in interlaced with many blood vessels that supple nutrient to the eyes
721
iris
the pigmented muscular structure that regulates the amount of ligh entering the eye by controlling the size of the pupil
722
pupil
opening in the center of the iris
723
lens
lies directly behind the pupil; its function is to focus and bend light
724
retina
innermost layer of the eye, which contains the vision receptors
725
aqueous humor
watery liquid found in teh anterior cavity of the eye. It providdes nourishment to nearby structures and maintains shape in the anterior part of the eye
726
vitreous humor
jellylike substance found behind the lens in the posterior cavity of the eye that maintains its shape
727
meibomian glands
oil glands found in the upper and lower edges of th eyelids that help lubricate the eye
728
lacrimal glands and ducts
produce and drain tears
729
optic nerves
carries visual impulses from the retina to the brain
730
conjunctiva
mucous membrane lining the eyelids and covering the anterior portion of the sclera
731
blephar/o
eyelid
732
cor/o, core/o, pupil/o
pupil
733
corne/o, kerat/o
cornea
734
dacry/o, lacrim/o
tear, tear duct
735
ir/o, irid/o
iris
736
ocul/o, ophthalm/o
eye
737
opt/o
vision
738
phac/o, phak/o
lens
739
retin/o
retina
740
scler/o
sclera
741
cry/o
cold
742
dipl/o
two, double
743
is/o
equal
744
phot/o
light
745
ton/o
tension, pressure
746
bi-, bin-
two
747
-opia
vision (condition)
748
-phobia
abnormal fear of or aversion to specific things
749
-plegia
paralysis
750
aphakia (a-FA-ka-a)
condition of without a lens
751
blepharitis (blef-a-RI-tis)
inflammation of the eyelid
752
blepharoptosis (blef-ar-op-TO-sis)
drooping of the eyelid
753
conjunctivits (kon-junk-ti-VI-tis)
inflammation of the conjunctiva
754
dacryocystitis (dak- re-o-sis-TI-tis)
inflammation of the tear
755
diplopia (di-PLO-pe-a)
double vision
756
endophthalmitis (en-dof-thal-MI-tis)
inflammation of the eye
757
iridoplegia (ir-i-do-PLE-ja)
paralysis of the iris
758
iritis (i-RI-tis)
inflammation of the iris
759
keratitis (ker-a-TI-tis)
inflammation for the cornea
760
keratomalacia (ker-a-to-ma-LA-sha)
softening of the cornea
761
leukocoria (lu-ko-KO-re-a)
condition of a white pupil
762
oculomycosis (ok-u-lo-mi-KO-sis)
abnormal condition of the eye caused by a fungus
763
ophthalmalgia (of-thal-MAL-ja)
pain in the eye
764
ophthalmoplegia (of-thal-mo-PLE-ja)
paralysis of the eye
765
phacomalacia (fak-o-ma-LA-sha)
softening of the lens
766
photophobia (fo-to-FO-be-a)
abnormal fear of light
767
retinoblastoma (ret-i-no-blas-TO-ma)
tumor arising from a developing retinal cell
768
retinopathy (ret-i-NOP-a-the)
disease of the retina (any noninflammatory)
769
sclerokeratitis (skler-o-ker-a-TI-tis)
inflammation of the sclera and the cornea
770
scleromalacia (skler-o-malacia)
softening of the sclera
771
xerophthalmia (zer-of-THAL-me-a)
condition of dry eye
772
amblyopia (am-ble-O-pe-a)
reduced vision in one eye caused by disuse or misuse associated with strabismus, unequal refractive errors, or otherwise impaired vision (also called lazy eye)
773
astigmatism (Ast)
defective curvature of the refractive surfaces of the eye.
774
cataract
clouding of the lens of the eye
775
chalazion (ka-LA-ze-on)
obstruction of an oil gland of the eyelid (also called meibomian cyst)
776
detached retina
separation of the retina from the choroid in back of the eye
777
glaucoma (glaw-KO-ma)
eye disorder characterized by optic nerve damage usually caused by abnormal increase of intraocular pressure (IOP). If not treated it will lead to blindness
778
hyperopia (hi-per-O-pe-a)
farsightedness
779
macular degeneration
a progressive deterioration of the portion of the retina called the macula lutea, resulting in loss of central vision
780
myopia (mi-O-pe-a)
nearsightedness
781
nyctalopia (nik-ta-LO-pe-a)
poor vision at night or in faint light (also called night blindness)
782
nystagmus (nis-TAG-mus)
involuntary, jerking movements of the eyes
783
pinguecula (ping-GWEH-ku-la)
yellowish mass on the conjunctiva that may be related to exposure to ultraviolet light, dry climates, and dust. A pinguecula that spreads onto the cornea becomes a pterygium
784
presbyopia (pres-be-O-pe-a)
impaired vision as a result of aging
785
pterygium (te-RIJ-e-um)
thin tissue growing into the cornea from the conjuctiva, usually caused from sun exposure
786
retinitis pigmentosa (ret-i-NI-tis pig-men-TO-sa)
hereditary, progressive disease marked by night blindness with atrophy and retinal pigment changes
787
strabismus (stra-BIZ-mus)
abnormal condition of squint or crossed eyes caused by the visual axes not meeting at the same point
788
sty (sti)
infection of an oil gland of the eyelid (also spelled stye and also called hordeolum)
789
blepharoplasty (BLEF-a-ro-plas-te)
surgical repair of the eyelid
790
cryoretinopexy (kri-o-RE-tin-o-pek-se)
surgical fixation of the retina by using extreme cold (carbon dioxide)
791
dacryocystorhinostomy (dak-re-o-sis-to-ri-NOS-to-me)
creation of an artificial opening between the tear (lacrimal) sac and the nose (to restore drainage into the nose when the nasolacrimal duct is obstructed or obliterated)
792
dacryocystotomy (dak-re-o-sis-TOT-o-me)
incision of the tear (lacrimal) sac
793
iridectomy (ir-i-DEK-to-me)
excision of the iris
794
iridotomy (ir-i-DOT-o-me)
incision of the iris
795
keratoplasty (KER-a-to-plas-te)
surgical repair of the cornea (corneal transplant)
796
sclerotomy (skle-ROT-o-me)
incision of the sclera
797
enucleation (e-nu-kle-A-shun)
surgical removal of the eyeball (also the removal of any organ that comes out clean and whole)
798
LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis)
a laser procedure that reshapes the corneal tissue beneath the surface of the cornea to correct astigmatism, hyperopia, and myopia.
799
phacoemulsification (PHACO) (fa-ko-e-mul-si-fi-KA-shun)
method to remove cataracts in which an ultrasonic needle probe breaks up the lens, which is then aspirated
800
PRK (photorefractive keratectomy) (fo-to-re-FRAK-tiv ker-a-TEK-to-me)
a procedure for the treatment of nearsightedness in which an Excimer laser is used to reshape the corneal surface by removing a portion of the cornea
801
retinal photocoagulation (RET-in-al fo-to-ko-ag-u-LA-shun)
an intense beam of light from a laser condenses retinal tissue to seal leaking blood vessels, to destroy abnormal tissue or lesions, or to bond the retina to the back of the eye.
802
scleral buckling (SKLER-al BUK-ling)
a procedure to repair a detached retina. A strip of sclera is resected, or a fold is made in the slera. An exoplant is used to hold and buckle the sclera
803
trabeculectomy (tra-bek-u-LEK-to-me)
surgical creation of a drain to reduce intraocular pressure (used to treat glaucoma)
804
vitrectomy (vi-TREK-to-me)
surgical removal of all or part of the vitreous humor
805
fluorescein angiography (flo-RES-en an-je-OG-ra-fe)
digital process of recording blood vessels
806
keratometer (ker-a-TOM-e-ter)
instrument used to measure (the curvature of) the cornea (used for fitting contact lenses)
807
ophthalmoscope (of-THAL-mo-skop)
instrument used for visual examination of the interior of the eye
808
ophthalmoscopy (of-thal-MOS-ko-pe)
visual examination of the eye
809
optometry (op-TOM-e-tre)
measurement of vision
810
pupillometer (pu-pil-OM-e-ter)
instrument used to measure the diameter of the pupil
811
pupilliscope
instrument used for visual examination of the pupil
812
retinoscopy (ret-i-NOS-ko-pe)
visual examination of the retina
813
tonometer (to-NOM-e-ter)
instrument used to measure pressure within the eye (used to diagnose glaucoma)
814
tonometry (to-NOM-e-tre)
measurement of pressure within the eye
815
anisocoria (an-i-so-KOR-e-a)
condition of absence of equal pupil
816
binocular (bin-OK-u-lar)
pertaining to two or both eyes
817
corneal (KOR-ne-al)
pertaining to the cornea
818
intraocular (in-tra-OK-u-lar)
pertaining to within the eye
819
isocoria (i-so-KOR-e-a)
condition of equal pupil
820
lacrimal (LAK-ri-mal)
pertaining to tears
821
nasolacrimal (na-zo-LAK-ri-mal)
pertaining to the nose and tear ducts
822
ophthalmic (of-THAL-mik)
pertaining to the eye
823
ophthalmologist (of-thal-MOL-o-jist)
physician who studies and treats diseases of the eye
824
ophthalmology (Ophth) (of-thal-MOL-o-je)
study of the eye
825
ophthalmopathy (of-thal-MOP-a-the)
any disease of the eye
826
optic
pertaining to vision
827
pseudophakia (soo-do-FA-ke-a)
condition of false lens
828
pupillary (pu-pi-lar-e)
pertaining to the pupil
829
reinal (RET-i-nal)
pertaining to the retina
830
emmetropia (em-e-TRO-pe-a)
normal refractive condition of the eye
831
intraocular lens
an artifical lens implanted within the eye during cataract surgery
832
miotic (mi-OT-ik)
agent that constricts the pupil
833
mydriatic (mid-re-AT-ik)
agent that dilates the pupil
834
optician (op-TISH-in)
a specialist who fills prescriptions for lenses
835
optometrist (op-TOM-e-trist)
a health professional who prescribes corrective lenses
836
visual acuity
sharpness of vision for either distance or near
837
ARMD
age related macular degeneration
838
ast
astigmatism
839
Em
emmetropia (em-e-TRO-pe-a)
840
IOL
intraocular lens
841
IOP
intraocular pressure
842
Ophth
ophthalmology
843
PHACO
phacoemulsification
844
VA
visual acuity
845
Anatomy of Nervous System
The nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves and may be divided into two parts: the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nervous system is made up of cranial nerves, which carry impulses between the brain and neck and head, and spinal nerves, which carry messages between the spinal cord and abdomen, limbs and chest.
846
Function of Nervous System
The nervous system forms a complex communication system allowing for the coordination of body functions and activities. As a whole, the nervous system is designed to detect changes inside and outside the body, to evaluate this sensory information, and send directions to muscle or glands in response. This system also provides for mental activities such as thought, memory and emotions.
847
brain
contained within the cranium, the center for coordinating body activities
848
cerebrum
largest portion of the brain, divided into left and right hemispheres. The cerebrum controls the skeletal muscle, interprets general senses (such as temp., pain, and touch), and contains centers for sight and hearing. Intellect, memory, and emotional reactions also take place in the cerebrum
849
ventricles
spaces within the brain that contain fluid called cerebrospinal fluid. The cerebrospinal fluid flows through the subarachnoid space around the brain and spinal cord.
850
cerebellum
located under the posterior portion of the cerebrum. Its function is to assist in the coordination of skeletal muscles and to maintain balancee (also called hindbrain)
851
brainstem
stemlike portion of the brain that connects with the spinal cord. 10 of the 12 cranial nerves orginate in the brainstem.
852
pons
literally means bridge. It connects the cerebrum with the cerebellum and brainstem
853
medulla oblongata
located between the pons and spinal cord. It contains the centers that control respiration, heart rate, and the muscles in the blood vessel walls, which assist in determning blood pressure
854
midbrain
most superior portion of the brainstem
855
cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
clear, odorless fluid contained in the ventricles that flows through the subarachnoid space around the brain and spinal cord. It cushions the brain and spinal cord from shock, transports nutrients and clears metabolic waste.
856
spinal cord
passes through the vertebral canal extending from the medulla oblongata to the level of the second lumbar vertebra. The spinal cord conducts nerve impulses to and from the brain and initiates reflex action to sensory information without input from the brain
857
meninges
three layers of membrane that cover the brain and spinal cord
858
dura mater
tough outer layer of the meninges
859
arachnoid
delicate middle layer of the meninges. It is loosely attached to the pia mater by weblike fibers, which allow for the subarachnoid space.
860
pia mater
thin inner layer of the meninges
861
nerve
cordlike structure made up of fibers that carries impulses from one part of the body to another. There are 12 pairs of cranial nerves and 31 pairs of spinal nerves
862
ganglion (pl. ganglia)
group of nerve cell bodies located outside the central nervous system
863
glia
specialized cells that support and nourish nervous tissue. Some cells assist in the secretion of cerebrospinal fluid and others assist with phagocytosis. they do not conduct impulses. three types of glia are astroglia, oligodendroglia, and microglia (also called neuroglia)
864
neuron
a nerve cell that conducts nerve impulses to carry out the function of the nervous system. Destroyed neurons cannot be replaced
865
cerebell/o
cerebellum
866
cerebr/o
cerebrum, brain
867
dur/o
hard, dura mater
868
encephal/o
brain
869
gangli/o, ganglion/o
ganglion
870
gli/o
glia, gluey substance
871
mening/o, meningi/o
meninges
872
neur/o
nerve
873
radic/o, radicul/o, rhiz/o
nerve root (proximal end of a peripheral nerve, closest to the spinal cord)
874
esthesi/o
sensation, sensitivity, feeling
875
ment/o, psych/o
mind
876
mon/o
one, single
877
phas/o
speech
878
poli/o
gray matter
879
quadr/i
four
880
-iatrist
specialist, physician (logist also means specialist)
881
-iatry
treatment, specialty
882
-ictal
seizure, attack
883
-paresis
slight paralysis (-plegia also mean paralysis)
884
cerebellitis (ser-e-bel-I-tis)
inflammation of the cerebellum
885
cerebral thrombosis (se-RE-bral throm-BO-sis)
pertaining to the cerebrum, abnormal condition of a clot (blood clot in a blood vessel of the brain) (cause of ischemic stroke)
886
duritis (du-RI-tis)
inflammation of the dura mater
887
encephalitis
inflammation of the brain
888
encephalpmalacia (en-sef-a-lo-ma-LA-sha)
softening of the brain
889
encephalomyeloradiculitis (en-sef-a-lo-mi-e-lo-ra-dik-u-LI-tis)
inflammation of the brain spinal cord, and nerve roots.
890
ganglitis
inflammation of the ganglion
891
glioblastoma
tumor composed of developing glial tissue (most common and most malignant tumor of the brain)
892
glioma
tumor composed of the glial tissue (used to describe all primary neoplasms of the brain and spinal cord)
893
meningioma
tumor of the meninges (benign and slow growing)
894
meningitis
inflammation of the meninges
895
meningocele (me-NING-go-sel)
protrusion of the meninges and spinal cord (also called myelomeningocele)
896
monoeuropathy (mon-o-nu-ROP-a-the)
disease affecting a single nerve
897
neuralgia (nu-RAL-ja)
pain in the nerve
898
neurasthenia (nu-ras-THE-ne-a)
nerve weakness
899
neuritis
inflammation of the nerve
900
neuroarthropathy
disease of nerves and joints
901
neuroma
tumor made up of nerve cells
902
neuropathy
disease of the nerves (peripheral)
903
poliomyelitis
inflammation of the gray matter of the spinal cord (commonly called polio and caused by one of 3 viruses)
904
polyneuritis
inflammation of many nerves
905
polyneuropathy
disease of many nerves
906
radiculitis
inflammarion of the nerve roots
907
radiculopathy
disease of the nerve root
908
rhizomeningomyelitis
inflammation of the nerve root, meninges, and spinal cord
909
subdural hematoma
pertaining to below the dura mater, tumor of blood
910
alzheimer disease (AD)
disease characterized by early dementia, confusion, loss of recognition of persons, or fimiliar surroundings, restlessness and impaired memory
911
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
progressive muscle atrophy caused by degeneration and scarring of neurons along the lateral columns of the spinal cord that control muscles (also called Lou Gehrig disease)
912
Bell palsy
paralysis of muscles on one side of the face, usually a temporary condition. signs include a sagging mouth on the affected side and nonclosure of the eyelid
913
cerebral aneurysm
aneurysm in the cerebrum
914
cerebral embolism
an embolus lodges in a cerebral artery, causing a sudden blockage of blood supply to the brain tissue.
915
cerebral palsy (CP)
condition characterized by lack of muscle control and partial paralysis, caused by a brain defect or lesion present at birth or shortly after
916
dementia
cognitive impairment characterized by a loss of intellectual brain function
917
epilepsy
condition characterized by recurrent seizures; a general term for abnormal electrical activity in the brain
918
hydrocephalus
increase amount of cerebrospinal fluid in the ventricles of the brain, which can cause enlargement of the cranium in infants
919
intracerebral hemorrhage
bleeding in the brain as a result of a ruptured blood vessel within the brain. symptoms vary depending on the location of the hemorrhage; hemorrhagic stroke, is frequently associated with high blood pressure
920
multiple sclerosis (MS)
degenerative disease characterized by sclerotic patches along the brain and spinal cord. Signs and symptoms are variable and fluctuate over the course of the disease. More common symptoms include fatigue, balance and coordination impairments, numbness, and vision problems
921
parkinson disease (PD)
chronic degenerative diseaseof the central nervous system. Signs and symptoms include resting tremors of the hands and feet, rigidity, expressionless face, and shuffling gait. It usually occurs after the age of 50 years
922
sciatica
inflammation of the sciatic nerve, causing pain that travels from the thigh through the leg to the foot and toes; can be caused by injury, infection, arthritis, herniated disk, or from prolonged pressure on the nerve from sitting for long periods.
923
shingles
viral disease that affects the peripheral nerves and causes blisters on the skin that follow the course of the affected nerves (also called herpes zoster)
924
stroke
occurs when there is an interruption of blood supply to a region of the brain, depriving nerve cells in the affected area of oxygen and nutrients. The cells cannot perform and may be damaged or die withing minutes. Ischemic stroke is a result of a blocked blood vessel. Hemorrhagic stroke is a result of bleeding. (also called cerebrovascular accident [CVA] or brain attack)
925
subarachnoid hemorrhage
bleeding caused by a ruptured blood vessel just outside the brain that rapidly fills the space between the brain and skull with blood.
926
transient ischemic attack (TIA)
sudden deficient supply of blood to the brain lasting a short time. Symptoms are similar to a stroke, but the outcome is complete recovery. TIA's are often warning signs for eventual occurence of a stroke
927
ganglionectomy
excision of a ganglion (also called gangliectomy)
928
neurectomy
excision of the nerve
929
neurolysis
separating a nerve (from adhesion)
930
neuroplasty
surgical repair of a nerve
931
neurorrhaphy
suture of a nerve
932
neurotomy
incision into a nerve
933
radicotomy, rhizotomy
incision into a nerve root
934
cerebral angiography
radiographic imaging of the blood vessels in the brain
935
CT myelography
process of recording the spinal cord
936
electroencephalogram (EEG)
record of the electrical impulses of the brain
937
electroencephalograph
instrument used to record the electrical impulses of the brain
938
electroencephalography
process of recording the electrical impulses of the brain
939
computed tomography of the brain (CT scan)
process that includes the use of a computer to produce a series of brain tissue images at any desired depth. The procedure is painless and particularly useful in diagnosing brain tumors
940
magnetic resonance imaging of the brain and spine
a noninvasive technique that produces sectional images of soft tissues of the brain or spine through a strong magnetic field. Unlike CT scan, MRI produces images without use of radiation.
941
positron emission tomography of the brain (PET scan)
nuclear medicine imaging technique with a radioactive substance that produces sectional imaging of the brain to examine blood flow and metabolic activity.
942
evoked potential studies (EP studies)
a group of diagnostic tests that measure changes and responses in brain waves elicited by visual, auditory, or somatosensory stumuli.
943
lumbar puncture (LP)
insertion of a needle into the subarachnoid space usually between the third and fourth lumbar vertebrae. (also called a spinal tap)
944
anesthesia
without (loss of) feeling or sensation
945
aphasia
condition of without speaking
946
cephalalgia
pain in the head (also called cephalgia)
947
cerebral
pertaining to the cerebrum
948
craniocerebral
pertaining to the cranium and cerebrum
949
dysphasia
condition of difficulty speaking
950
encephalosclerosis
hardening of the brain
951
gliocyte
glial cell
952
hemiparesis
slight paralysis of half (right or left side of the body)
953
hemiplegia
paralysis of half, stroke is the most common cause
954
hyperesthesia
excessive sensitivity
955
interictal
occuring between seizures or attacks
956
intracerebral
pertaining to within the cerebrum
957
mental
pertaining to the mind
958
monoparesis
slight paralysis of one limb
959
monoplegia
paralysis of one limb
960
myelomalacia
softening of the spinal cord
961
neuroid
resembling a nerve
962
neurologist
physician who studies and treats diseases of the nerves
963
neurology
study of nerves
964
panplegia
total paralysis (also spelled pamplegia
965
paresthesia
abnormal sensation
966
postictal
occuring after a seizure or attack
967
preictal
occuring before a seizure or attack
968
quadriplegia
paralysis of 4 limbs
969
subdural
pertaining to below the dura mater
970
afferent
conveying toward a center
971
ataxia
lack of muscle coordination
972
cognitive
pertaining to the mental processes of comprehension, judgement, memory, and reason
973
coma
state of profound unconsciousness
974
concsussion
injury to the brain caused by major or minor head trauma; symptoms include vertigo, headache, and possible loss o consciousness
975
conscious
awake, alert, aware of one's surroundings
976
convulsion
sudden, involuntary contraction of a group of muscles; may be present during seizure
977
disorientation
a state of mental confusion as to time, place or identity
978
dysarthria
the inability to use speech that is distinct and connected because of a loss of muscle control after damage to the peripheral or central nervous system
979
efferent
conveying away from the center
980
gait
a manner or style of walking
981
incoherent
unable to express one's thoughts or ideas in an orderly, intelligible manner
982
paraplegia
paralysis from the waist down caused by damage to the lower level of the spinal cord
983
seizure
sudden surge of abnormal electrical activity in the brain, resulting in involuntary body movements or behaviors
984
shunt
tube implanted in the body to redirect the flow of a fluid
985
syncope
fainting or sudden loss of consciousness caused by lack of blood supply to the cerebrum
986
unconsciousness
state of being unaware of surroundings and incapable of responding to stimuli as a result of injury, shock, illness or drugs
987
psychiatrist
a physician who studies and treats disorders of the mind
988
psychiatry
specialty of the mind
989
psychogenic
originating in the mind
990
psychologist
specialist of the mind
991
pyschology
study of the mind
992
psychopathy
disease of the mind
993
psychosis
abnormal condition of the mind
994
psychosomatic
pertaining to the mind and body
995
anorexia nervosa
an eating disorder characterized by a disturbed perception of body image.
996
anxiety disorder
an emotional disorder characterized by feelings of apprehension, tension, or uneasiness arising from anticipation of unreal or imagined danger
997
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
a disorder of learning and behavioral problems characterized by marked inattention, distractability, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity
998
autism
features include onset during infancy or childhood, preoccupation with subjective mental activity, inability to interact socially, and impaired communication.
999
bipolar disorder
a major psychological disorder typified by a disturbance in mood. the
1000
bulimia nervosa
an eating disorder characterized by uncontrolled binge eating followed by pruging
1001
major depression
a mood disturbance characterized by feeling of sadness, despair, discouragement.
1002
obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
intrusive unwanted thoughts that result in the tendency to perform repetitive acts or rituals
1003
panic attack
sudden onset of acute anxiety, occurring unpredictably, with feelings of acute apprehension... etc
1004
phobia
a marked and persistent fear that is excessive or unreasonable cued by the presence or anticipation
1005
pica
compulsive eating of nonnutritive substances such as clay or ice. Often because of iron deficiency. It that is the cause it will disappear in 1 or 2 weeks
1006
schizophrenia
any one of a large group of psychotic disorders with gross distortions of reality
1007
somatoform disorders
disorders characterized by physical symptoms for which no known physical cause exists
1008
AD
Alzheimer disease
1009
ADHD
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
1010
ALS
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
1011
CNS
central nervous system
1012
CP
cerebral palsy
1013
CSF
cerebrospinal fluid
1014
CVA
cerebrovascular accident
1015
EEG
electroencephalogram
1016
EP studies
evoked potential studies
1017
LP
lumbar puncture
1018
MRI scan
magnetic resonance imaging scan
1019
MS
multiple sclerosis
1020
OCD
obsessive-compulsive disorder
1021
PD
parkinson disease
1022
PET scan
positron emission tomography scan
1023
PNS
peripheral nervous system
1024
PTSD
posttraumatic stress disorder
1025
TIA
transient ischemic attack
1026
myology
scientific study of muscles
1027
skeletal muscle
attached primarily to bone, striated and voluntary
1028
cardiac muscle
most of the heart, striated and involuntary
1029
smooth muscle
walls of hollow internal organs, blood vessels, stomach, non-striated, involuntary
1030
functions of muscle tissue
1. produce body movements 2. stabilize body positions 3. store and move substances within the body 4. generate heat
1031
tendon
""pick up sticks"" (panty hose) fascia, stretched beyond muscle as connective tissue attaches muscle to bone
1032
muscle fascicle
groups of 10 to 100 or more muscle fibers, arranged in bundles
1033
muscle fiber (cell)
1 ""pick up stick"" each muscle is a separate organ composed of hundreds of long, cylindrical cells, lie parallel to one another. contains myofibrils
1034
myofibrils
""piece"" threads in sarcoplasm, extends lengthwise. contain the myofilaments
1035
myofilaments
what thick and thin filaments are called, contractile proteins
1036
thick filament- myosin
2 golf clubs twisted together, produce power stroke
1037
thin filament- actin
twisted helix, binding site for myosin
1038
thin filament- tropomyosin
covers the myosin head-binding site on actin in relaxed muscle
1039
thin filament- troponin
once bound to calcium, drags tropomyosin away from the binding sites
1040
sarcomere
describes the arrangement of the above myofilaments. compartments where think and thick filaments are arranged. basic functional unit of the muscle cell
1041
sarcoplasm
muscle fiber cytoplasm
1042
the sliding filament mechanism
describes a muscle contraction. the length of the filaments do not change, filaments overlap, shortening the sarcomere as the muscle contracts.
1043
sarcoplasmic reticulum
a fluid filled cavity around each myofibril that stores calcium via the calcium pump
1044
calcium
in relaxed muscle, calcium is stored in the sarcoplasmic reticulum. when released starts the filaments sliding (contracts)
1045
what must happen for a muscle to contract?
motor neuron, action potential, acetylcholin is released, release of calcium, calcium released from sarcoplasmic reticulum, calcium binds to troponin
1046
ATP
energy source that makes all this happen
1047
how does muscle fiber relax?
action potential stops, acetylcholine stops, calcium chambers close, calcium pump removes the remaining calcium, myosin heads no longer can bind, muscle will now relax
1048
origin of muscle
attachment to tendon to stationary bone
1049
insertion of muscle
attachment of other tendon to movable bone
1050
belly of muscle
fleshy portion of muscle between the tendons
1051
muscles of facial expression
originate in the bones of skull and insert into the skin
1052
frontal belly
scalp anteriorly
1053
occipital belly
scalp posteriorly
1054
orbicularis oris
closes and protrudes the lips. shapes the lips during speech
1055
zygomaticus (major and minor)
muscles for smiling
1056
levator labii superioris
raises upper lip
1057
depressor labii inferioris
depresses lower lip
1058
buccinator
major cheek muscle
1059
platysma
draws lower lip inferiorly, depresses mandible
1060
orbicularis oculi
closes eye
1061
intrinsic of eyeball
muscles that would originate and insert inside the eye
1062
extrinsic of eyeball
outside the eye. fastest contracting and most precisely controlled skeletal muscles of the body.
1063
superior rectus
eyeball superiorly
1064
inferior rectus
eyeball inferiorly
1065
lateral rectus
eyeball laterally
1066
medial rectus
eyeball medially
1067
superior oblique
rotate eye on axis
1068
inferior oblique
rotate eye on axis
1069
muscles that move the mandible
muscles of mastication
1070
masseter
elevates the mandible as in chewing
1071
temporalis
elevates and retracts mandible as in chewing
1072
muscles that move the tongue
need for chewing, swallowing
1073
extrinsic of tongue
outside the tongue, moves the entire tongue
1074
intrinsic of tongue
inside the tongue, alter the shape of the tongue
1075
placement of hyoid bone
in the neck, between mandible & larynx, doesn't articulate with any other bone
1076
sternocleidomastoid
flex cervical/neck area, flex head and rotate head to side
1077
semispinalis capitis
acting together, extend head, singly, rotate head to side
1078
splenius capitis
acting together, extend head. singly rotate head to same side
1079
tendionous intersections
anterior surface of the rectus abdominis is interrupted by 3 transverse fibrous bands of tissue
1080
linea alba
(white line) tough, fibrous band extends from the xiphoid process of the pubic symphysis
1081
rectus abdominis
flexes vertebral column, lumbar and compresses abdomen
1082
external oblique and internal oblique
acting together, flexes vertebral. singly, latterly flexes vertebral column
1083
transversus abdominis
compresses abdomen
1084
muscles in anterolateral abdominal wall superficial to deep
external oblique, internal oblique, transversus abdominis
1085
diaphragm
dome shaped, most important muscle that powers breathing. results in inhalation
1086
intercostals
breathing muscles, between the ribs
1087
external intercostals
inhalation
1088
internal intercostals
exhalation
1089
muscles of pelvic floor
pelvic diaphragm, stretches from pubis to the coccyx and one lateral wall to the other
1090
levator ani and coccygeus and ischiococcygeus
supports and maintains position of pelvic viscera
1091
muscles of the perineum
inferior to the pelvic diaphragm
1092
external urethral sphincter
expels last drop of urine and semen
1093
external anal sphincter
keeps anal canal and anus closed
1094
pectoralis minor
(anterior,deep) abducts scapula and rotates it downward
1095
serratus anterior
(anterior, saw-toothed) abducts scapula and rotates it upward. punching and pushing
1096
trapezius
(posterior) located in the neck and upper back area. elevates scapula, extends head
1097
pectoralis major
located in the upper chest. adducts and medially rotates arm at shoulder joint. crosses arms
1098
latissimus dorsi
triangular muscle located in the middle and inferior part of back. draws arms inferiorly and posteriorly
1099
deltoid
located over shoulder. abducts arm, flex and medially rotate and extend and laterally rotate at shoulder joint
1100
rotator cuff muscles
strengthens and stabilizes the shoulder joint. supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapularis
1101
muscles that move the radius and ulna
most cause flexion and extension at the elbow which is a hinge joint
1102
flexors
anterior surface of the rectus abdominis is interrupted by 3 transverse fibrous bands of tissue
1103
biceps brachii
flexes forearm
1104
brachialis
flexes forearm
1105
brachioradialis
flexes forearm
1106
extensors
posterior surface
1107
triceps brachii
extends forearm
1108
muscles that move the wrist, hand and fingers
are many and varies; located in the forearm
1109
anterior compartment muscles
flexors
1110
posterior compartment muscles
extensors
1111
flexors retinaculum
over the palmar surface of the carpal bones
1112
gluteus maximus
extends thigh at hip joint and laterally rotates thigh
1113
gluteus medius
abducts thigh at hip joint and medially rotates thigh
1114
gluteus minimus
abducts thigh at hip joint and medially rotates thigh
1115
anterior (extensor) compartment
thigh extends the leg (at knee joint) and flexes the thigh (at hip joint)
1116
quadriceps femoris
largest muscle in the body. composite of four separate muscles
1117
rectus femoris
only one to flex thigh at hip joint
1118
vastus lateralis
all extends leg a knee joint
1119
sartorius
longest muscle in body. flexes leg at knee joint. rotates thigh at hip joint
1120
semimembranosus
extends thigh at hip joint
1121
anterior compartment (dorsiflex) - tibialis anterior
dorsiflexion of foot at ankle joint
1122
pasterior compartment (plantar flexion) -gastrocnemius
plantar flexes foot at ankle joint
1123
posterior compartment (plantar flexion) -soleus
plantar flexes foot at ankle joint
1124
calcaneal (achilles) tendon
superficial muscles share this common tendon of insertion. strongest tendon of the body, inserts into the calcaneal bone of the ankle
1125
posterior (flexor) compartment
thigh flexes the leg and extends the thigh
1126
hamstrings
composite of three separate muscles
1127
biceps femoris
all
1128
semitendinosus
flexes leg at knee joint
1129
isometric contractions
tension increases greatly without a change in muscle length
1130
isotonic contraction
tension remains constant as muscle length decreases or increases
1131
rigor mortis
state of rigidity after death, calcium ions leak from the sarcoplasmic reticulum. Myosin heads bind to actin that won't detach from ATP absence. stuck for 24 hours then disintegrate.
1132
twitch
brief contraction in motor unit in response to a single action potential in its motor neuron
1133
muscle tone
at rest, small amount of tautness or tension due to weak, involuntary contractions of its motor units
1134
hypotonia (flaccid paralysis)
loss of muscle tone, loose, flattened. muscles may atrophy and degenerate
1135
hypertonia (spasticity)
increased muscle tone may become stiff or rigid
1136
muscular atrophy
reduction in size
1137
disuse
casting, bedridden
1138
denervation
loss of nerve supply
1139
cellular respiration
oxygen + glucose = ATP
1140
botulism
a disease characterized by severe, potentially fatal paralysis of skeletal muscles, that results from the consumption of a bacterial toxin.
1141
carpal tunnel syndrome
inflammation of the sheath that surrounds the flexor tendons of the palm and leads to nerve compression and pain.
1142
compartment syndrome
Ischemia that results form accumulated blood and fluid trapped within limb muscle compartments formed by partitions of dense connenctive tissue
1143
fibrosis
a process in which a tissue is replaced by fibrous connective tissue. Fibrosis makes muscles weaker and less flexible.
1144
hernia
a condition involving an organ or a body part that protrudes through an abnormal opening in the wall fo a body cavity.
1145
Intramuscular Injection (IM)
the administration of a drug by injectiong it into the mass of a large skeletal muscle.
1146
ischemia
a deficiency of blood (''blood starvation'') in a body part due to compression of a regional vessels.
1147
muscle cramps
prolonged, involuntary, painful mussular contrations.
1148
muscular dystrophies
a varied collection of inherited diseases that produce progressive muscle weakness and deterioration.
1149
myalgia
muscular pain; a common symptom of a wide variety of conditions and infections.
1150
myasthenia gravis
a general muscular weakness that results from a reduction in the number of Ach receptors on the motor end plate
1151
myoma
a benign tumor of muscle tissue
1152
myositis
inflammation of muscle tissue
1153
polio
a viral disease in which the destruction of motor neurons produces paralysis and atrophy of motor units.
1154
rigor mortis
a state following death during which muscles are locked in the contracted position, which make sthe body extremely stiff.
1155
sarcoma
a malignant tumor of mesoderm-derived tissue (muscle, bone or other ocnnective tissue).
1156
strains
tears or breaks in muscles
1157
tendinitis
inflammation of the conenctive tissue that surrounds a tendon.
1158
tetanus
a disease caused by a bacterial toxin that results in sustained, powerful contractions of skeletal muscles throughout the body.
1159
myelomeningocele
hernia of spinal cord and meninges
1160
radiculopathy
disease of the nerve root
1161
radiculitis
inflammation of the nerve root
1162
analgesia
condition of no sensitivity to pain
1163
hypalgesia
diminished sensitivity to pain
1164
causalgia
pain of burning
1165
comatose
pertaining to deep sleep
1166
anesthesia
condition of no feeling or nervous sensation
1167
hyperesthesia
excessive feeling or nervous sensation
1168
paresthesia
abnormal feeling or nervous sensation
1169
bradykinesis
slow movement
1170
dyskinesis
bad painful movement
1171
narcolepsy
siezure of sleep
1172
dyslexia
conditon of bad or difficult words
1173
hemiparesis
weakness of half
1174
aphasia
without or no speech
1175
hemiplegia
paralysis of half of the body
1176
quadriplegia
paralysis of four
1177
apraxia
without or no action
1178
neurasthenia
no strength of nerve
1179
syncopal
pertaining to cut off
1180
ataxia
condition of without or no coordination
1181
aortic stenosis
abnormal tightening pertaining to the aorta
1182
arteriosclerosis
abnormal hardening of an artery
1183
bradycardia
condition of slow heart
1184
tachycardia
condition of fast heart
1185
cyanosis
abnormal condition of blue
1186
myxoma
tumor of mucus
1187
hypoxia
condition of low oxygen or o2
1188
sphygmomanometer
measure pulse
1189
stethoscope
instrument to listen (to chest)
1190
interventricular septum
septum or division pertaining to between ventricals
1191
alveolar
pertaining to arir sac or aveolus
1192
hypercapnia
condition of excessive carbon dioxide
1193
pneumoconiosis
abnormal condition of excessive carbon dioxide
1194
mediastinoscopy
visual examination of mediastinum or breast bone
1195
orthopnea
upright breathing
1196
expectoration
process of coughing up and out of chest
1197
dysphonia
condition of difficult or abnormal voice
1198
pleurodynia
pain of pleura
1199
pneumothorax
air in chest
1200
pneumonectomy
surgical removal of lung
1201
pulmonary
pertaining to lung
1202
spirometer
instrument to measure breathing
1203
expiration
process of breathing out
1204
respiration
process of breathing again
1205
atelectasis
without complete widening or dilation
1206
tracheal stenosis
tightening or stricture pertaining to the trachea or windpipe
1207
empyema
condition in pus
1208
anosmia
without or no smell
1209
apnea
without or no breathing
1210
dyspnea
bad, painful, difficult, abnormal breathing
1211
hypernea
excessive breathing
1212
tachypnea
fast breathing
1213
hemoptysis
spitting of blood
1214
asphyxia
without pulse
1215
hemothorax
chest blood
1216
pyothorax
chest pus
1217
hypochromic
pertaining to deficient color
1218
cytology
study of the cell
1219
erythrocytopenia
deficiency of red cells
1220
hemolysis
breakdown or descruction of blood
1221
hematocrit
separation of blood
1222
leukocytopenia
deficiency of white cells or WBCs
1223
sideropenia
deficiency of iron
1224
thrombocytopenia
deficiency of clotting cells
1225
erythroblast
immature red blood cell or RBC
1226
thrombolytic therapy
therapy destruction of a clot
1227
myeloid
derived from or resembling bone marrow
1228
pancytopenia
deficiency of all cells
1229
hematopoiesis
formation of blood
1230
immunoglobulin
protein that protects
1231
immunosuppression
to stop protection
1232
lymphocytopenia
deficiency of lymph cells
1233
splenomegaly
enlargement of the spleen
1234
thymoma
tumor of the thymus gland
1235
hypercalcemia
blood condition of excessive calcium
1236
decalcification
process of making less calcium
1237
kyphosis
abnormal condition of hunchback or humpback
1238
lordosis
abnormal condition of swayback
1239
orthopedics
pertaining to straight bones
1240
scoliosis
abnormal condition of bent or crooked
1241
spondylosis
abnormal conditon of vertebra
1242
osteoblast
immature bone cell
1243
osteoclast
to break bone
1244
spondylolisthesis
slipping of vertebrae
1245
epiphysis
to grove above
1246
osteoporosis
to grow together pertaining to pubic or pelvis
1247
osteotome
instrument to cut bone
1248
ankylosis
abnormal conditon of being stiff
1249
achondroplasia
no or without development of cartilage
1250
rheumatologist
specialist in the study of watery flow
1251
tenorrhaphy
suture of tendon
1252
tenosynovitis
inflammation of tendon and sheath
1253
arthrodesis
to bind or tie together a joint
1254
fasciectomy
surgical removal of fascia
1255
fibromyalgia
pain of connective tissue and muscle
1256
plantar flexion
to bend downward
1257
rhabdomyoma
tumor of skeletal muscle
1258
amyotrophic
pertaining to without muscle development or nourishment
1259
abduction
process to lead or carry away
1260
adduction
process to carry toward
1261
dorsiflexion
to bend back
1262
albinism
condition of white
1263
dermatologist
specialist in the study of skin
1264
epidermolysis
breakdown of above outer layer of skin
1265
anhidrosis
abnormal condition of no sweat
1266
keratosis
abnormal condition of hard, horny tissue
1267
leukoplakia
white plaque
1268
onycholysis
separtation of the nail
1269
paronychia
condition near or beside the nail
1270
rhytidectomy
surgical removal of a wrinkle
1271
seborrhea
discharge of sebum
1272
trichomycosis
abnormal condition of hair fungus
1273
xanthoma
mass or collection of yellow
1274
xeroderma
dry skin
1275
dacryadenitis
inflammation of tear gland or duct
1276
keratitis
inflammation of cornea
1277
ophthalmologist
specialist in the study of the eye
1278
ophthalmoplegia
paralysis of the eye
1279
palpebral
pertaining to eyelid
1280
papilledema
swelling of the optic disc
1281
phacoemulsification
to crush the lense of the eye
1282
amblyopia
dull or dim vision
1283
diplopia
double vision
1284
photophobia
sensitivity to light
1285
presbyopia
old age vision
1286
scotoma
collection of darkness or blind spot
1287
xerophthalmia
condition of dry eyes
1288
postauricular
pertaining to behind the ear
1289
myringitis
inflammation of the eardrum
1290
otomycosis
abnormal condition of ear fungus
1291
otopyorrhea
discharge of ear pus
1292
otolaryngologist
specialist in the study of ear and larynx or throat
1293
salpingopharyngeal
pertaining to tube to the throat or pharynx
1294
tympanoplasty
surgical repair of eardrum or tympanic membrane
1295
hyperacusis
excessive hearing
1296
presbycusis
old age hearing
1297
hypercalciuria
urine condition of excessive calcium
1298
hypocalcemia
blood conditionn of deficient calcium
1299
endocrinologist
specialist in the study of secreting within
1300
homeostasis
stopping or controlling sameness
1301
hypokalemia
blood condition of deficient potassium
1302
myxedema
swelling with mucus
1303
hyponatremia
blood condition of deficient sodium
1304
cachexia
bad habit or bad health
1305
carcinoma in situ
cancerous tumor at the origional site
1306
mucositis
inflammation of mucous membrane
1307
oncology
study of tumor
1308
pharmacokinetics
movement of chemical or drug
1309
dysplastic
pertaining to abnormal formation or development
1310
xerostomia
condition of dry mouth
1311
retinoblastoma
immature tumor of retina
1312
hyperplasia
backward development
1313
neoplasm
new growth or formation
1314
brachytherapy
treatment from near or a short distance
1315
metastasis
change beyond control
1316
fluoroscopy
luminous or fluorescent visualization
1317
radiopharmaceutical
pertaining to radioactive drug
1318
roentgenology
study of x-rays
1319
hysterosalpingogram
record of uterus and fallopian tubes
1320
radiolucent
x-rays that shine through
1321
radiopaque
x-rays that are obscured
1322
antipruritic
pertaining to against itching
1323
antipyretic
pertaining to against fever
1324
intrathecal
intrathecal
1325
antidote
given against
1326
contraindication
against perscribing medication
1327
parenteral
pertaining to other than or apart from intestines
1328
anxiolytic
pertaining to reducing (breakdown) of anxiety
1329
xenophobia
fear of strangers
1330
dysphoria
bad feeling
1331
psychopharmacology
study of mind drugs or chemicals
1332
Four word parts
1. Word root 2. Prefix 3. Suffix 4. Combining form
1333
Word root
the word part that is the core of the word. eg. play/er, play is the word root; arthr/itis, arthr (which means joint) is the word root hepat/itis, hepat (which means liver) is the word Root
1334
Suffix
word part attached to the end of the word rot to modify its meaning eg. play/er, -er is the suffix hepat/ic, -ic (which means pertaining to) is the suffix Hepat/itis, -itis (which mean inflammation) is the suffix
1335
Prefix
word part attached to the beginning of a word to modify its meaning eg. re/play, re- is the prefix sub/hepat/ic, sub- (which means under) is the prefix intra/ven/ous, intra- (which means within) is the prefix, ven (which means vein) is the word root, -ous (which means pertaining to) is the suffix
1336
Combining Form
a word root with the combining vowel attached, separated by a vertical slash eg. arthr/o oste/o
1337
Combining Vowel
the word part, usually an O, used to ease pronunciation eg. oste/o/arthr/itis
1338
Four guidelines for using combining vowels
1. When combining a word root and a suffix , a combining vowel is used if the suffix does not begin with a vowel 2. When connecting a word and a suffix, a combining vowel is usually not used if the suffix begins with a vowel 3. When connecting two word roots, a combining vowel is usually used even if the vowels are present at the junction 4. When connecting a prefix and a word root, a combining vowel is not used
1339
Cell
basic unit of all living things
1340
cell membrane
forms the boundary of the cell
1341
cytoplasm
gel-like fluid inside the cell
1342
nucleus
largest structure within the cell, it contains chromosomes fro the cellular reproduction and is the control center of the cell
1343
chromosomes
located in the nucleus of the cell.
1344
genes
regions within the chromosome that determine hereditary characteristics
1345
DNA (deoxyribonuleic acid)
comprises each gene; is a genetic material that regulates the activities of the cell
1346
Tissue
group of similar cells that preforms a specific function
1347
muscle tissue
composed of cells that have a special ability to contract, usually producing movement
1348
nervous tissue
found in the nerves, spinal cord, and brain, It is responsible for coordinating and controlling body activities
1349
connective tissue
connects, supports, penetrates, and encases various body structures. Adipose (fat), osseous (bone) tissues and blood are types of connective tissue.
1350
epithelial tissue
the major covering of the external surface of the body; forms membranes that line body cavities and organs and is the major tissue in glands
1351
Organ
Two or more kinds of tissue that work together to preform complex body functions. eg skin
1352
system
group of organs that work together to preform complex body functions. eg the cardiovascular system
1353
Integumentary System
composed of skin, nails, glans. Forms a protective covering for the body, regulates body temperature, and helps manufacture vitamin D.
1354
Respiratory System
Composed of nose, pharynx (throat), larynx (voice box), trachea (windpipe), bronchial tubes, and lungs. Performs respiration which provides for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide within the body
1355
Urinary System
Composed of kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Removes waste material (urine) from the body, regulates fluid volume, and maintains electrolyte concentration
1356
Reproductive System
Female reproductive system is composed of ovaries, uterine tubes, uterus, vagina, and mammary glands. Male reproductive system is composed of testes, urethra, penis, prostate gland, and associated tubes. Responsible for heredity and reproduction.
1357
Cardiovascular System
Composed of the heart and blood vessels. Pumps and transports blood throughout the body.
1358
Lymphatic System
Composed of a network of vessels, ducts, nodes, and organs. Provides defense against infection.
1359
Digestive System
Composed of the gastrointestinal tract which includes the esophagus, stomach, large and small intestine plus accessory organs, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Prepares food for use by the body cells and eliminates waste.
1360
Musculoskeletal System
Composed of muscle, bones, and joints. Provides movement and framework for the body, protects vital organs such as the brain, stores calcium, and produces red blood cells.
1361
Nervous System
Composed of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Regulates body activities by sending and receiving messages.
1362
Endocrine System
Composed of glands that secrete hormones. Hormones regulate many body activities.
1363
Cranial Cavity
Space inside the skull (cranium) containing the brain
1364
Spinal Cavity
Space inside the spinal column containing the spinal cord
1365
Thoracic, or chest, cavity
Space containing the heart, aorta, lungs, esophagus, trachea, and bronchi
1366
Abdominal cavity
space containing the stomach, intestines, kidneys, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, and ureters
1367
Pelvic Cavity
space containing the urinary bladder, certain reproductive organs, parts of the small and large intestine, and the recrum
1368
Abdominopelvic cavity
both the pelvic and abdominal cavities
1369
aden/o
gland
1370
cyt/o
cell
1371
epitheli/o
epithelium
1372
fibr/o
fiber
1373
hist/o
tissue
1374
kary/o
nucleus
1375
lip/o
fat
1376
my/o
muscle
1377
neur/o
nerve
1378
organ/o
organ
1379
sarc/o
flesh, connective tissue
1380
system/o
system
1381
viscer/o
internal organs
1382
Cancer/o
Cancer
1383
eti/o
Cause (of disease)
1384
gno/o
Knowledge
1385
iatr/o
physician, medicine
1386
lei/o
smooth
1387
onc/o
tumor, mass
1388
path/o
disease
1389
rhabd/o
rod-shaped, striated
1390
somat/o
body
1391
-al, -ic, - ous
pertaining to
1392
-cyte
cell
1393
-gen
substance or agent that produces or causes
1394
-genic
producing, originating, causing
1395
-logist
one who studies and treats (specialist, physician)
1396
-logy
study of
1397
-oid
resembeling
1398
-oma
tumor or swelling
1399
-osis
abnormal condition (means increasing when used with blood word roots)
1400
-pathy
disease
1401
-plasia
condition of formation, development, growth
1402
-plasm
growth, substance, formation
1403
-sarcoma
malignant tumor
1404
-sis
state of
1405
-stasis
control, stop, standing
1406
adenocarcinoma (ad-e-no-kar-si-NO-ma)
cancerous tumor of the glandular tissue
1407
adenoma (ad-e-NO-ma)
tumor composed of glandular tissue (benign)
1408
Carcinoma (kar-si-NO-ma)
Cancerous tumor (malignant)
1409
Chloroma (klo-RO-ma)
tumor of green color
1410
Epithilioma (ep-i-the-le-O-ma)
tumor composed of epithelium (may be benign or malignant)
1411
fibroma
Tumor composed of fiber (fibirous tissue, benign)
1412
fibrosarcoma (fi-bro-sar-KO-ma)
malignant tumor composed of fiber (fiberous tissue)
1413
leiomyoma (li-o-mi-O-ma)
Tumor composed of smooth muscle (benign)
1414
leiomyosarcoma (li-o-mi-o-sar-KO-ma)
Malignant tumor of smooth muscle
1415
Lipoma (li-PO-ma)
Benign tumor of fat
1416
Liposarcoma (Li-PO-sar-KO-ma)
Malignant tumor of fat
1417
Melanocarcinoma (mel-a-no-kar-si-NO-ma
cancerous black tumor
1418
melanoma
Black tumor (primarily of the skin)
1419
myoma (mi-o-ma)
Tumor composed of muscle
1420
neoplasm (NE-o-plazm)
new growth or abnormal tissue or tumor)
1421
neuroma (nu-RO-ma)
Tumor composed of nerver (benign)
1422
rhabdomyoma (rab-do-mi-o-sar-KO-ma)
Benign tumor composed of striated muscle
1423
rhabdomyosarcoma (rab-do-mi-o-sar-KO-ma)
malignant tumor of striated muscle
1424
sarcoma
highly malignant tumor of connective tissue (such as bone or cartilage)
1425
cytogenic (si-to-Jen-ik)
producing cells
1426
cytoid (SI-toid)
resembling a cell
1427
cytology (si-TOL-o-je)
study of cells
1428
cytoplasm (si-to-plazm)
cell substance
1429
dysplasia (dis-PLA-zha)
abnormal development
1430
epithelial
pertaining to the epithelium
1431
erythrocyte (e-RITH-ro-sit)
red (blood) cell
1432
erythrocytosis
incease in the red blood cells
1433
histology
study of tissue
1434
hyperplasia
(excessive development
1435
hypoplasia (hi-po-PLA-zha)
incomplete development of an organ or tissue
1436
karyocyte (Kar-e-o-sit)
cell with nucleus
1437
karyoplasm (KAR-e-o-plasm)
substance of the nucleus
1438
leukocyte (LU-ko-sit)
white (blood) cell
1439
leukocytosis (lu-ko-si-TO-sis)
increase in the number of white blood cells
1440
lipoid (LIP-oid)
Resembeling fat
1441
myopathy (mi-OP-a-the)
disease of the muscle
1442
neuroid (NU-royd)
resembeling nerve
1443
somatic
pertaining to the body
1444
somatogenic
origintain in the body (organic as opposed to psychologic)
1445
somatopathy
disease of the body
1446
somatoplasm
body substance
1447
systemic
pertaining to a body system or the body as a whole)
1448
visceral (VIS-er-al)
pertaining to the internal organs
1449
diagnosis (Dx)
state of complete knowledge (indetifying a disease)
1450
etiology
study of the cause of disease
1451
iatrogenic (i-at-ro-JEN-ik)
produced by a physician
1452
iatrology (i-at-TROL-o-je)
study of medicine
1453
metastasis
beyond control (spread of disease from one organ to another, as in the transfer of malignant tumors)
1454
neopathy
new disease
1455
oncongenic (ong-ko-JEN-ik)
causing tumors
1456
oncologist
a physican who studies and treat tumors
1457
oncology
study of tumors
1458
organic
pertaining to an organ
1459
organoid
resembeling an organ
1460
pathogenic
producing disease
1461
pathologist
a physician who studies diseases
1462
pathology
study of disease
1463
prognosis
state of before knowledge
1464
xanthochromic (zan-tho-KRO-mik)
pertaining to yellow color
1465
xanthosis (zan-THO-sis)
abnormal condition of yellow (discoloration)
1466
-a
singular ending
1467
-ax
singular ending
1468
-is
singular ending
1469
-ix
singular ending
1470
-ma
singular ending
1471
-on
singular ending
1472
-sis
singular ending
1473
-um
singular ending
1474
-us
singular ending
1475
-nx
singular ending
1476
-y
singular ending
1477
-ae
Plural ending
1478
-aces
Plural ending
1479
-es
Plural ending
1480
-ices
Plural ending
1481
-mata
Plural ending
1482
-a
Plural ending
1483
-ses
Plural ending
1484
-i
Plural ending
1485
-nges
Plural ending
1486
-ies
Plural ending
1487
CA
carcinoma
1488
Chemo
Chemotherapy
1489
DX
diagnosis
1490
mets
metastasis
1491
Px
prognosis
1492
RBC
Red Blood Cell
1493
XRT
radiation Therapy
1494
WBC
white blood cell count
1495
Testis, or testicle (pl. testes, or testicles)
primary male sex organs, paired, oval-shaped, and enclosed in a sac called the scrotum. The testes produce spermatozoa (sperm cells) and the hormone testosterone.
1496
sperm (spermatozoon, pl. spermatozoa)
The microscopic male germ cell, which when unite with the ovum, produces a zygote (fertilized egg) that with subsequent development becomes an embryo.
1497
Testosterone
the principal male sex hormone. Its chief function is to stimulate the development of the male reproductive organs and secondary sex characteristics such as facial hair.
1498
Seminiferous tubules
approximately 900 coiled tubes within the testes in which spermatogenesis occurs
1499
epididymis
coiled duct atop each of the testes that provides for storage, transit, and maturation of spermatozoa; continuous with the vas deferens
1500
vas deferens, ductus deferens, or seminal duct
duct carrying the sperm from the epididymis to the urethra. The spermatic cord encloses each vas deferens with nerves, lymphatics, arteries, and veins. The urethra also conects with the urinary bladder and carries urine outstide the body. A circular muscle constricts during intercourse to prevent urination.
1501
Seminal vesicles
Two main glands located at the base of the bladder that open into the vas deferens. The glands secrete a thick fluid, which forms part of the semen.
1502
Prostate gland
encricles the upper end of the urethra. The prostate gland secretes a fluid that aids in ejaculation.
1503
Scrotum
Sac suspended on both sides of and just behind the penis. The testes are enclosed in the scrotum.
1504
Penis
male organ of urination and copulation (sexual intercourse)
1505
glans penis
enlarged tip on the end of the penis
1506
prepuce
fold of skin covering the glans penis in uncircumcised males (foreskin of the penis)
1507
semen
composed of sperm, seminal fluids, and other secretions
1508
genitalia (genitals)
reproductive organs (male or female)
1509
balan/o
glans penis
1510
epididym/o
epididymis
1511
orchid/o, orchi/o, orch/o, test/o
testis, testicle
1512
prostat/o
prostate gland
1513
vas/o
vessel, duct
1514
vesicul/o
seminal vesicle
1515
andr/o
male
1516
sperm/o, spermat/o
spermatozoon (pl. spermatozoa), sperm
1517
#NAME?
state of
1518
anorchism (an-OR-kizm)
state of absence of testis (unilateral or bilateral)
1519
balanitis (bal-a-NI-tis)
inflammation of the glans penis
1520
balanorrhea (bal-a-no-RE-a)
discharge from the glans penis
1521
benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) (be-NIN pro-TAT-ik hi-per-PLA-zha)
excessive development pertaining to the prostate gland (nonmalignant englargement of the prostate gland)
1522
cryptorchidism (krip-TOR-ki-diz-m)
state of hidden testes.
1523
epididymitis (ep-i-did-i-MI-tis)
inflammation of an epididymis
1524
orchiepididymitis (or-ke-ep-i-did-i-MI-tis)
inflammation of the testis and epididymis
1525
orchitis (or-KI-tis), orchiditis (or-ki-DI-tis), or testitis (tes-TI-tis)
inflammation of the testis or testicle
1526
prostatitis (pros-ta-TI-tis)
inflammation of the prostate gland
1527
prostatocystitis (pros-ta-to-sis-TI-tis)
inflammation of the prostate gland and bladder
1528
prostatolith (pros-TAT-o-lith)
stone in the prostate gland
1529
prostatorrhea (pros-ta-to-RE-a)
discharge from the prostate gland
1530
prostatovesiculitis (pros-ta-to-ves-ik-u-LI-tis)
inflammation of the prostate gland and seminal vesicles
1531
erectile dysfunction (ED) (e-RIK-til dis_FUNK-shun)
the inability of the male to attain or maintain an erection sufficient to perform sexual intercourse (formerly called impotence)
1532
hydrocele (HI-dro-sel)
scrotal swelling caused by a collection of fluid
1533
phimosis (fi-MO-sis)
a tightness of the prepuce (foreskin of the penis) that prevents its retraction over the glans penis; it may be congenital or a result of balanitis. Circumcision is the usual treatment.
1534
priapism (PRI-a-piz-m)
persistent abnormal erection of the penis accompanied by pain and tenderness
1535
prostate cancer (PROS-tat KAN-cer)
cancer of the prostate gland, usually occuring later in life. most common cancer in men, most are adenocarcinomas, arising from epithelial cells.
1536
testicular cancer (tes-TIK-u-ler KAN-cer)
cancer of the testicle, usually occuring in men 15 to 35 years of age
1537
Testicular torsion (tes-TIK-u-ler TOR-shun)
twisting of the spermatic cord causing decreased blood flow to the testis; occurs most often during puberty and often presents with a sudden onset of severe testicular or scrotal pain. Because of lack of blood flow to the testis, it is often considered a surgical emergency
1538
varicocele (VAR-i-ko-sel)
enlarged veins of the spermatic cord.
1539
balanoplasty (BAL-a-no-plas-te)
surgical repair of the glans penis
1540
epididymectomy (ep-i-did-i-MEK-to-me)
excision of an epididymis
1541
orchidectomy (or-kid-EK-to-me), orchiectomy (or-ke-to-me)
excision of the testis (bilateral orchidectomy also is called castration)
1542
orchidopexy (OR-kid-o-pek-se), orchiopexy (OR-ke-o-pek-se)
surgical fixation of a testicle (performed to bring undescended testicle into the scrotum)
1543
orchidotomy (or-kid-OT-o-me), orchiotomy (or-ke-OT-o-me)
incision into a testis
1544
orchioplasty (OR-ke-o-plas-te)
surgical repair of the testis
1545
prostatectomy (pros-ta-TEK-to-me)
excision of the prostate gland
1546
prostatocystotomy (pros-tat-o-sis-TOT--o-me)
incision into the prostate gland and bladder
1547
prostatolithotomy (pros-tat-o-li-THOT-o-me)
incision into the prostate gland to remove a stone
1548
prostatovesiculectomy (pros-tat-o-ves-ik-u-LEK-to-me)
excision of the prostate gland and seminal vesicles
1549
vasectomy (va-SEK-to-me)
excision of a duct (partial excision of the vas deferens bilaterally, resulting in male sterilization)
1550
vasovasostomy (vas-o-va-ZOS-to-me)
creation of artifical opening between ducts
1551
vesiculectomy (ve-sik-u-LEK-to-me)
excision of the seminal vesicles
1552
circumcision (ser-kum-SI-zhun)
surgical removal of the prepuce (foreskin)
1553
hydrocelectomy (hi-dro-se-LEK-to-me)
surgical removal of a hydrocele
1554
radical prostatectomy (RP) (RAD-i-kel pros-ta-TEK-to-me)
excision of the prostate gland with its capsule, seminal vesicles, vas deferens, and sometimes pelvic lymph nodes; performed by a retropubic or perineal approach, or laparoscopically; used to treat prostate cancer
1555
suprapubic prostatectomy (su-pra-PU-bik pros-ta-TEK-to-me)
excision of the prostate gland through an abdominal incision made above the pubic bone and through an incision in the bladder; used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer
1556
transurethral incision of the prostate gland (TUIP) (trans-u-RE-thral in-SIZH-en PROS-tat)
a surgical procedure that widens the urethra by making a few small incisions in the bladder neck and the prostate gland. No prostate tissue is removed. TUIP may be used instead of TURP when the prostate gland is less enlarged.
1557
transurethral microwave thermotherapy (TUMT) (trans-u-RE-thral MI-kro-wav ther-mo-THER-a-pe)
a treatment that eliminates excess tissue present in benign prostatic hyperplasia by using heat generated by microwave
1558
transurethral resection of the prostate gland (TURP) (trans-u-RE-thral re-SEK-shun PROS-tat)
surgical removal of pieces of the prostate gland tissue by using a resectoscope inserted through the urethra. The capsule is left intact; usually performed when the enlarged prostate interfers with urination
1559
transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) (trans-REK-tal UL-tra-sound)
an ultrasound procedure used to diagnose prostate cancer. Sound waves are sent and received by a transducer in the form of a probe that is placed into the rectum. The sound waves are transformed into an image of the prostate gland.
1560
prostate-specific antigen (PSA) (PROS-tat spe-SIF-ik AN-ti-jen)
a blood test taht measures the level of prosate-specific antigen in the blood. Elevated test results may indicate the presence of prostate cancer or excess prostate tissue, as found in benign prostate hyperplasia.
1561
semen analysis (SE-men a-NAL-i-sis)
microscopic observation of ejaculated semen, revealing the size, structure, and movement of sperm; used to evaluate male infertility and to determine the effectiveness of a vasectomy (also called sperm count and sperm test)
1562
digital rectal examination (DRE) (DIJ-i-tal REK-tal eg-zam-i-NA-shun)
a physical examination in which the physician inserts a finger into the rectum and feels for the size and shape of the prostate gland through the rectal wall. Used to screen for BPH and cancer of the prostate. BPH usually presents as a unifrom, nontender enlargement, whereas cancer usually presents as a stony hard nodule.
1563
Acquired Immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
a disease that affects the body's immune system, transmitted by excahnge of body fluid.
1564
Artificial insemination
introduction of semen into the vagina by artifical means
1565
azoospermia
lack of live sperm in the semen
1566
chlamydia
a sexually transmitted disease. symptoms are painful urination and discharge from the penis in men and fential itching, vaginal discharge, and bleeding between periods for women.
1567
coitus (KO-i--tus)
sexual intercourse between male and female (also called copulation)
1568
condom
cover woren during sexual intercourse to prevent conception and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases
1569
ejaculation
ejection of semen from the male urethra
1570
gential herpes
sexual transmitted disease
1571
gonads
male and female sex glands
1572
gonorrhea
contagious, inflammatory sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacterial organism that affects the mucous membranes of the genitourinary system
1573
heterosexual
a person that is attracted to a member of the opposite sex
1574
homosexual
person who is attracted to a member of the same sex
1575
AIDS
Acquired immunodefciency syndrome
1576
BPH
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
1577
DRE
digital rectal examination
1578
ED
erectile dysfunction
1579
HIV
human immunodeficiency virus
1580
PSA
prostate specific anitgen
1581
RP
radical prostatectomy
1582
STD
sexually transmitted disease
1583
TRUS
transrectal ultrasound
1584
TUIP
transunrethral incision of the prostate
1585
TUMT
trans urethral microwave thermotherapy
1586
TURP
transurethral resection of the prostate
1587
epidermis
outer layer of the skin
1588
keratin
horny, or cornified, layer composed of protein. It is contained in the hair, skin and nails
1589
melanin
color, or pigmentation of the skin
1590
dermis
inner layer of skin (also called the true skin)
1591
sudoriferous (sweat) glands
tiny, coiled, tubular structures, that emerge through pores on the skin's surface and secrete sweat
1592
sebaceous glands
secrete sebum (oil) into the hair follicles where the hair shafts pass through the dermis
1593
hair
compressed, keratinized cells that arise from hair follicles, the sacs that enclose the hair fibers
1594
nails
originate in the epidermis. Nails are found on the upper surface of the ends of the fingers and toes. The white area at the base of the nail is called the lunula or moon
1595
cutane/o, derm/o, dermat/o
skin
1596
hidr/o
sweat
1597
kerat/o
horny tissue, hard
1598
onych/o, ungu/o
nail
1599
seb/o
sebum (oil)
1600
trich/o
hair
1601
a
noun suffix, no meaning
1602
coccus (pl. cocci)
berry-shaped (form of bacterium)
1603
ectomy
exicision or surgical removal
1604
ia
diseased or abnormal state, condition of
1605
itis
inflammation
1606
malacia
softening
1607
opsy
view or, viewing
1608
phagia
eating or swallowing
1609
plasty
surgical repair
1610
rrhea
flow, discharge
1611
tome
instrument used to cut
1612
dermatitis
inflammatino of the skin
1613
dermatoconiosis
abnormal conditino of the skin caused by dust
1614
dermatofibroma
fibrous tumor of the skin
1615
hidradentitis
inflammation of a sweat gland
1616
leiodermia
condition of smooth skin
1617
onychocryptosis
abnormal condition of a hidden nail (also called ingrown nail)
1618
leukoderma
white skin (white patches caused by depigmentation)
1619
onychomalacia
softening of the nails
1620
onychomycosis
eating the nails (nail biting)
1621
pachyderma
thickening of the skin
1622
paronychia (note the a from para has been dropped. The final vowel ina prefix may be dropped when the word to which it is added begins with a vowel.
dieased state around the nail
1623
seborrhea
discharge of sebum (excessive)
1624
trichomycosis
abnormal condition of a fungus in the hair
1625
xeroderma
dry skin (a mild form of cutaneous disorder characterized by keratinization and noninflammatory scaling)
1626
abrasion
scraping away of the skin by mechanical process or injury
1627
abcess
localized collection of pus
1628
acne
inflammatory disease of the skin involving the sabaceous glands and hair follicles
1629
actinic keratosis
a precancerous skin condition of horny tissue formation that results from excessive exposure to sunlight. It may evolve into a squamous cell carcinoma.
1630
albinism
congenital hereditary condition characterized by partial or total lack of pigment in the skin, hair and eyes.
1631
basal cell carcinoma
epithelial tumor arising from the epidermis. It seldom metastasizes but invades local tissue. Common in individuals who have had excessive sun exposure.
1632
Kaposi sarcoma
a cancerous condition starting as purple or brown papules on the lower extremeties that spreads through the skin to the lymph nodes and internal orgrans. Frequently seen with AIDS
1633
laceration
torn, ragged-edged wound
1634
lesion
any visible change in tissue resulting from inury or disease. It is a broad term that includes sores, wounds, ulcers and tumors.
1635
MRSA infection
Invasion of body tissue by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, a strain of common bacteria that has developed resistance to penicillin and other antibiotics. It can produce skin and soft tissue infections and sometimes bloodstream infections and pneumonia, which can be fatal if not treated. MRSA is quite common in hospitals and long-term facilities but is increasingly emerging as an important infection in the general population.
1636
pediculosis
invasion into the skin and hair by lice
1637
psoriasis
chronic skin condition producing red lesions covered with silvery scales
1638
rosacea
chronic disorder of the skin that produces erythema, papules, pustules, and broken blood vessels, usually occurring on the central area of the face in people older than 30 years (also called acne rosacea)
1639
scabies
skin infection caused by the itch mite, characterized by papule eruptions that are caused by the female burrowing into the outer layer of the skin and laying eggs. This condition is accompanied by sever itching.
1640
scleroderma
a disease characterized by chronic hardening (induration) of the connective tissue of the skin and other body organs,
1641
squamous cell carncinoma (SqCCA)
a malignant growth that develops from scalelike epithelial tissue. Unlike basal cell carcinoma, there is a significant potential for metastasis. The most frequent cause is chronic exposure to sunlight.
1642
systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
a chronic inflammatory disease involving the skin, joints, kidneys, and nervous system. This auto immune disease is characterized by periouds of remission and exacerbations. It also may affect other organs.
1643
tinea
fungal infection of the skin. The fungi may infect keratin of the skin, hair and nails. Infectinos are classified by body regions such as tinea capitis (scalp) tinea corporis (body) and tinea pedis (foot). Tinea in general is also called ringworm and tinea pedis specifically is also called athlete's foot.
1644
urticaria
an itching skin eruption composed of wheals of varying size and shape, which usually resolves in a shor period of time. While often idiopathic, urticaria is sometimes associated with infections and with allergic reactions to food, medicine or other agents. Other causes include internal diseaes, physical stimuli and genetic disorders (also called hives)
1645
vitiligo
white patches on the skin caused by the destruction of melanocytes associated with autoimmune disorders
1646
biopsy (bx)
view of life (the removal of living tissue from the body to be viewed under the microscope)
1647
excisional biopsy
removes the entire lesion along with a margin of surrounding tissue
1648
punch biopsy
removes a cylindrical portion of tissue with a specifically designed round knife.
1649
shave biopsy
removes a sample of tissue with a cut parallel to the surrounding skin
1650
dermatoautoplasty
surgical repair using one's own skin (skin graft) (also called autograft)
1651
dermatoheteroplasty
surgical repair using skin from others (skin graft) (also called allograft)
1652
dermatome
instrument used to cut skin (in thin slices for skin grafts)
1653
dermatoplasty
surgical repair of the skin
1654
onychectomy
excision of a nail
1655
rhytidectomy
excision of wrinkles (also called facelift)
1656
rhytidoplasty
surgical repair of wrinkles
1657
cauterization
destruction of tissue with a hot or cold instrument, electric current, or caustic substance (also called cautery)
1658
cryosurgery
destruction of tissue by using extreme cold, often by using liquid nitrogen
1659
debridement
removal of contaminated or dead tissue and foreign matter from an open wound
1660
dermabrasion
procedure to remove skin scars with abrasive material, such as sandpaper
1661
excision
removal by cutting
1662
incision
surgical cut or wound produced by a sharp instrument
1663
incision and drainage (I & D)
surgical cut made to allow the free flow or withdrawal of fluids from a lesion, wound or cavity
1664
laser surgery
procedure using an instrument that emits a high-powered beam of light used to cut, burn, vaporize, or destroy tissue
1665
Mohs surgery
technique or microscopically controlled serial excisions of skin cancers
1666
suturing
to stich edges of a wound surgically
1667
dermatologist
a physician who studies and treats skin (diseases)
1668
dermatology (derm)
study of the skin (a branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of skin disease)
1669
epidermal
pertaining to upon the skin
1670
erythroderma
red skin (abnormal redness of the skin)
1671
hypodermic
pertaining to under the skin
1672
intradermal
pertaining to within the skin
1673
keratogenic
originating in horny tissue
1674
necrosis
abnormal condition of death (cells and tissue die because of disease)
1675
percutaneous
pertaining to through the skin
1676
Staphylococcus
berry-shaped (bacterium) in grapelike clusters (thse bacteria cause many skin diseases)
1677
streptococcus (pl. streptococci)
berry-shaped (bacterium) in twisted chains
1678
subcutaneous (subcut)
pertaining to under the skin
1679
transdermal (TD)
pertaining to through the skin
1680
ungual
pertaining to the nail
1681
xanthoderma
yellow skin (also called jaundice)
1682
alopecia
loss of hair
1683
bacteria (s. bacterium)
single celled micoroorganisms that reproduce by cell division and may cause infection by invading body tissue
1684
cicatrix
scar
1685
cyst
a closed sac containing fluid or semisolid material
1686
cytomegalovirus (CMV)
a herpe-type virus that usually causes disease when the immune system is compromised
1687
diaphoresis
profuse sweating
1688
ecchymosis (pl. ecchymoses)
escape of blood into the skin (or mucous membrane), causing a small, flat, purple or blue discoloration, as may occur when blood is withdrawn by a needle and syringe from an arm vein
1689
edema
puffy swelling of tissue from the accumulation of fluid
1690
erythema
redness
1691
fugus (pl. fungi)
organism that feeds by absorbing organic molecules from its surrounding and may cause infection by invading body tissue; single-celled fungi (yeast) reproduce by budding, mulicelled fungi (mold) reproduce by spore formation
1692
induration
abnormal hard spot(s)
1693
jaundice
condition characterized by a yellow tinge to the skin (also called xanthoderma)
1694
keloid
overgrowth of scar tissue
1695
leukoplakia
condition characterized by white spots or patches on mucous membrane, which may be precancerous
1696
macule
flat, covered spot on the skin
1697
nevus (pl. nevi)
circumscribed malformation of the skin, usually brown, black or flesh colored. A congenital nevus is present at births and is referred to as a birthmark (also called a mole)
1698
nodule
a small, knotlike mass that can be felt by touch
1699
pallor
small, solid skin elevation
1700
papule
a pinpoint skin hemorrhage
1701
petechia (pl. petechia)
a pinpoint skin hemorrhage
1702
pressure ulcer (decub)
erosion of the skin caused by prolonged pressure, often occurring in bedridden patients (also called decubitus ulcer or bed sore)
1703
pruritus
severe itching
1704
purpura
small hemorrhages in the skin (or mucous membrane) giving a purple-red discoloration; associated with blood disorders or vascular abnormalities
1705
pustule
elevation of skin containing pus
1706
ulcer
erosion of the skin or mucous membrane
1707
macule
flat, colored spot on the skin (freckle)
1708
papule
small, solid skin elevation (skin tag, basal cell carcinoma)
1709
nodule
a small, knotlike mass (lipoma, metastic carcinoma, rheumatoid nodule)
1710
wheal
round, itchy elevation of the skin (urticaria or hive)
1711
vesicle
small elevation of epidermis containing liquid (herpes zoster-shingles, herpes simplex, contact dermatitis)
1712
pustule
elevation of the skin containing pus (impetigo, acne)
1713
cyst
a closed sac containing fluid or semisolid material (acne)
1714
phagocytosis
the ingestion of invading microorganisms by certain types of white blood cells (phagocytes)
1715
macrophages
""big eaters""; white blood cells that destroy invading microbes and help alert other immune cells by secreting interleukin-1 (chemical regulator)
1716
eosinophils
white blood cells that position themselves against a parasite's body and discharge destructive enzymes that damage the invader
1717
natural killer cells
cells that patrol the body and and attack virus-infected body cells and cancer cells by releasing a chemical that breaks down their target's cell membrane
1718
inflammation
injured tissues release chemicals that stimulate mast cells (connective tissue cells specialized to release histamine)
1719
histamine
promotes vasodilation which causes redness and swelling
1720
B lymphocytes
lymphocytes that produce antibodies; when stimulated, certain daughter cells (plasma cells) secrete large quantities of antibodies in the bloodstream
1721
T lymphocytes
regulate the immune response or kill certain types of cells
1722
antigens
something that elicits a specific response from a lymphocyte
1723
antibodies
an antigen-binding protein associated with B-cells
1724
memory cells
long-lived cells that provide future immunity
1725
plasma cells
secrete antibodies
1726
cytotoxic T cells
destroy foreign cells, infected body cells, or cancerous body cells; attack foreign antigen displayed with MHC-1 (responsible for rejection of tissue and organ transplants)
1727
helper T cells
stimulate immune responses (by secreting interleukin-2) from both B cells and killer T cells
1728
humoral immunity
involves activation and clonal selection of B cells, resulting in production of secreted antibodies that circulate in the blood and lymph
1729
cell-mediated immunity
involves activation and clonal selection of cytotoxic T cells, which directly destroy certain target cells
1730
vaccination
injection of weakened or killed microbes to stimulate the development of memory cells
1731
AIDS
acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, caused by RNA viruses, destroys helper T cells, helper T cells make more viruses and infect more helper T cells, the immune response shuts down
1732
interferon
chemical messenger produced by virus-infected body cells and capable of stimulating resistance in uninfected cells by synthesis of anti-viral enzymes
1733
interleukin-1
chemical regulator secreted by macrophages to alert other immune cells
1734
interleukin-2
secreted by helper T cells to stimulate immune responses in B cells and killer T cells
1735
major histocompatibility complex
responsible for antigen presentation
1736
CD4
surface protein present on most helper T cells the binds class II MHC molecules
1737
CD8
surface protein present on most cytotoxic T cells that binds a class I MHC molecule to a cytoxic T cell
1738
agglutin/o
clumping
1739
bas/o
base
1740
chrom/o
color
1741
coagul/o
clotting
1742
cyt/o
cell
1743
eosin/o
rosy red
1744
erythr/o
red
1745
fibrin/o
fibers, fibrous
1746
fus/o
pouring
1747
granul/o
granules
1748
hem/o
blood
1749
hemat/o
blood
1750
leuk/o
white
1751
lymph/o
lymph
1752
morph/o
shape
1753
neutr/o
neutral
1754
phag/o
eat, swallow
1755
sanguin/o
blood
1756
septic/o
infection
1757
thromb/o
clot
1758
-apheresis
removal, carry away
1759
-crit
separation of
1760
-cytosis
more than the normal number of cells
1761
-emia
blood condition
1762
-globin
protein
1763
-penia
abnormal decrease, too few
1764
-phil
attracted to
1765
-poiesis
formation
1766
-stasis
standing still
1767
adenoid/o
adenoids
1768
axill/o
axilla, underarm
1769
immun/o
protection
1770
inguin/o
groin region
1771
lymph/o
lymph
1772
lymphaden/o
lymph node
1773
lymphangi/o
lymph vessel
1774
nucle/o
nucleus
1775
path/o
disease
1776
splen/o
spleen
1777
thym/o
thymus gland
1778
tonsill/o
tonsils
1779
tox/o
poison
1780
-edema
swelling
1781
-globulin
protein
1782
ovaries
pair of almond shaped organs located in the pelvic cavity. Egg cells are formed and stored in the ovaries
1783
ovum (pl. ova)
female egg cell
1784
graafian follicles
100,000 microscopic sacs that make up a large portion of the ovaries. each follicle contains an immature ovum. Normally one graafian follicle develops to maturity every month between puberty and menopause. It moves to the surface of the ovary and releases the ovum, which passes into the uterine tube.
1785
uterine or fallopian tubes
pair of tubes, attached to the uterus, that provide a passageway for the ovum to move from the ovary to the uterus
1786
fimbria (pl fimbriae)
finger like projection at the end of the uterine tube
1787
uterus
pear shaped/sized muscular organ that lies in the pelvic cavity, except during pregnancy when it is in the abdominal cavity. Its functions are menstruation, pregnancy, and labor
1788
endometrium
inner lining of the uterus
1789
myometrium
muscular middle layer of the uterus
1790
perimetrium
outer thin layer that covers the surface of the uterus
1791
corpus. or body
large central portion of the uterus
1792
fundus
rounded upper portion of the uterus
1793
cervix (CX)
narrow lower portion of the uterus
1794
vagina
a 3 inch tube that connects the uterus to the outside of the body
1795
hymen
fold of membrane found near the opening of the vagina
1796
rectouterine pouch
pouch between the posterior wall of the uterus and the anterior wall of the rectum
1797
Batholin glands
pair of mucus-producing glands located on each side of the vagina and just above the vaginal opening
1798
mammary glands, or breasts
pair of milk producing glands of the female. Each breast consists of 15 to 20 divisions, or lobes
1799
mammary papilla
breat nipple
1800
areola
pigmented area around the breast nipple
1801
vulva, or external genitalia
two pairs of lips that surround the vagina
1802
clitoris
highly erogenous erectile body located anterior to the urethra
1803
perineum
pelvic floor in both male and female. In females it usually refers to the area between the vaginal opening and the anus
1804
arche/o
first, beginning
1805
cervic/o
cervix
1806
colp/o, vagin/o
vagina
1807
culd/o
cul-de-sac
1808
episi/o, vulv/o
vulva
1809
gynec/o, gyn/o
woman
1810
hymen/o
hymen
1811
hyster/o, metr/o, metr/i
uterus
1812
mamm/o, mast/o
breast
1813
men/o
menstruation
1814
oophor/o
ovary
1815
perine/o
perineum
1816
salping/o
uterine tube
1817
peri-
surronding (outer)
1818
-atresia
absence of a normal body opening; occlusion; closure
1819
-salpinx
uterine tube
1820
amenorrhea (a-men-o-RE-a)
absence of menstrual discharge
1821
Bartholin adenitis (BAR-to-lin ad-e-NI-tis)
inflammation of the Bartholin gland
1822
cervicitis (ser-vi-SI-tis)
inflammation of the cervix
1823
colpitis, vaginitis (kol-PI-tis, vaj-i-NI-tis)
inflammation of the vagina
1824
dysmenorrhea (dis-men-o-RE-a)
painful menstrual discharge
1825
endocervicitis (en-do-ser-vi-SI-tis)
inflammation of the inner (linning) of the cervix
1826
endometritis (en-do-me-TRI-tis)
inflammation of the inner (linning) of the uterus (endometrium)
1827
hematosalpinx (hem-a-to-SAL-pinks)
blood in the uterine tubes
1828
hydrosalpinx (hi-dro-SAL-pinks)
water in the uterine tube
1829
hysteratresia (his-ter-a-TRE-zha)
closure of the uterus
1830
mastitis (mas-TI-tis)
inflammation of the breast
1831
menometrorrhagia (men-o-met-ro-RA-jea)
rapid flow of blood from the uterus at menstruation
1832
menorrhagia (men-o-RA-jea)
rapid flow of blood at menstruation
1833
metrorrhagia (me-tro-RA-jea)
rapid flow of blood from the uterus between menstrual cycles
1834
myometritis (mi-o-me-TRI-tis)
inflammation of the uterine muscle
1835
oligomenorrhea (ol-i-go-men-o-RE-a)
scanty menstrual flow
1836
oophoritis (o-of-o-RI-tis)
inflammation of the ovary
1837
perimetritis (per-i-me-TRI-tis)
inflammation surrounding the uterus
1838
pyosalpinx (pi-o-SAL-pinks)
pus in the uterine tube
1839
salpingitis (sal-pin-JI-tis)
inflammation of the uterine tube
1840
salpingocele (sal-PING-go-sel)
hernia of the uterine tube
1841
vulvoaginitis (vul-vo-vaj-i-NI-tis)
inflammation of the vulva and vagina
1842
adenomyosis (ad-e-no-mi-O-sis)
growth of endometrium into the muscular portion of the uterus
1843
breast cancer
malignant tumor of the breast
1844
cervical cancer (ser-vi-kal KAN-cer)
malignant tumor of the cervix, which progresses from cellular dysplasia to carcinoma. Its cause is linked to human papilomavirus (HPV) infection
1845
endometrial cancer (en-do-ME-tre-al Kan-car)
malignant tumor of the endometrium
1846
endometriosis (en-do-me-tre-O-sis)
abnormal growth in which endometrial tissue grows outside of the uterus in various areas of the pelvic cavity
1847
fibrocystic breast disease (fi-bro-SIS-tik di-ZEZ)
a disorder characterized by one or more benign cysts in the breast.
1848
fibroid tumor (FI-broyd TU-mor)
benign fibroid tumor of the uterine muscle
1849
ovarian cancer (o-VAR-e-an KAN-cer)
malignant tumor of the ovary
1850
pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
inflammation of the female pelvic organs that can be caused by many different pathogens
1851
prolapsed uterus (PRO-lapsed U-ter-us)
downward displacement of the uterus into the vagina
1852
toxic shock syndrome (TSS) (TOK-sik shok SIN-drom)
a severe illness characterized by high fever, rash, vomiting, diarrhea and myalagia followed by hypotension and in severe cases shock and death
1853
vesicovaginal fistula (ves-i-ko-VAJ-i-nal FIS-tu-la)
abnormal opening between the bladder and vagina
1854
cervicectomy (ser-vi-SEK-to-me)
excision of the cervix
1855
colpoperineorrhaphy (kol-po-per-i-ne-OR-a-fe)
suture of the vagina and perineum
1856
colpoplasty (KOL-po-plas-te)
surgical repair of the vagina
1857
colporrhaphy (kol-POR-a-fe)
suture of the wall of the vagina
1858
episioperineoplasty (e-piz-e-o-per-i-NE-o-plas-te)
surgical repair of the vulva and perineum
1859
episiorrhaphy (e-piz-e-OR-a-fe)
suture of a tear in the vulva
1860
hymenectomy (hi-men-EK-to-me)
excision of the hymen
1861
hymenotomy (hi-men-OT-o-me)
incision of the hymen
1862
hysterectomy (his-te-REK-to-me)
excision of the uterus
1863
hysteropexy (HIS-ter-o-pek-se)
surgical fixation of the uterus
1864
hysterosalpingo-oophorectomy (his-ter-o-sal-ping-go-o-of-o-REK-to-me)
excision of the uterus, uterine tubes, and ovaries
1865
mammoplasty (MAM-o-plas-te)
surgical repair of the breast
1866
mastectomy (mas-TEK-to-me)
surical removal of the breast
1867
mastopexy (MAS-to-pexy)
surigcal repair of the breast
1868
oophorectomy (o-of-o-REK-to-me)
excision of an ovary
1869
perineorrhaphy (per-i-ne-OR-a-fe)
suture of a tear in the perineum
1870
salpingectomy (sal-pin-JEK-to-me)
excision of a uterine tube
1871
salpingo-oophorectomy (sal-ping-go-o-of-o-REK-to-me)
excision of the uterine tube and ovary
1872
salpingostomy (sal-ping-GOS-to-me)
creation of an artifical opening in a uterine tube
1873
vulvectomy (vul-VEK-to-me)
excision of the vulva
1874
anterior and posterior colporrhahphy (A&P repair)
surgical repair if a weakened vaginal wall to correct a cystocele and a rectocele
1875
conization (kon-i-ZA-shun)
surigcal removal of a cone-shaped area of the cervix
1876
dilaition and curettage (D&C) (di-LA-shun ku-re-TAHZH)
dilation of the cervix and scraping of the endometrium with an instrument called a curette. It is performed to diagnose disese, to correct bleeding, and to empty uterine contents, such as tissue remaining after a miscarriage
1877
endometrial ablation (en-do-ME-tre-al ab-LA-shun)
a procedure to destroy or remove the endometrium by use of laser or thermal energy; used to treat abnormal uterine bleeding
1878
laparoscopy or laparoscopic surgery
visual examination of the abdominal cavity
1879
myomectomy (mi-o-MEK-to-me)
excision of a fibroid tumor from the uterus
1880
sentinel lymph node biopsy
an injection of blue dye and/or radioactive isotope used to identify the sentinel lymph nodes
1881
stereotactic breast biopsy
a technique that combines mammography and computer assisted biopsy to obtain tissue from a breast lesion
1882
tubal ligation
closure of the uterine tubes for sterilization by tying
1883
uterine artery embolization
minimally invasive procedure used to treat fibroids of the uterus by blocking arteries that supply blood to the fibroids.
1884
hysterosalpingogram (his-ter-o-sal-PING-go-gram)
radiographic image of the uterus and uterine tubes
1885
mammogram (MAM-o-gram)
radiographic image of the breast
1886
mammography (ma-MOG-ra-fe)
radiograhic imagining of the breast
1887
sonohysterography (son-o-his-ter-OG-ra-fe)
process of recording the uterus by use of sound
1888
colposcope (KOL-po-skop)
instrument used for visual examination of the vagina
1889
colposcopy (kol-POS-ko-pe)
visual examination of the vagina
1890
culdoscope (KUL-do-skop)
instrument used for visual examination of the douglas cul-de-sac
1891
culdoscopy (kul-DOS-ko-pe)
visual examination of douglas cul-de-sac
1892
hysteroscope (HIS-ter-o-skop)
instrument used for the visual examination of the uterus
1893
hysteroscopy (his-ter-OS-ko-pe)
visual examination of the uterus
1894
culdocentesis (kul-do-sen-TE-sis)
surgical puncture to remove fluid from Douglas cul-de-sac
1895
gynecologist (gin-ek-OL-o-jist)
a physician who studies and treats diseases of women
1896
gynecology
study of women
1897
gynopathic
pertaining to disease of women
1898
leukorrhea
white discharge from the vagina
1899
mastalgia
pain in the breast
1900
mastoptosis
sagging breast
1901
menarche
beginning of menstruation
1902
vaginal
pertaining to the vagina
1903
vulvovaginal
pertaining to the vulva and vagina
1904
Pituitary Gland
""Master Gland"": Two parts (neurohypophysis, adenohypophysis)
1905
Pituitary Gland location
Hangs from hypothalmus, protected by turcica
1906
Posterior pituitary gland
Produces ADH and Oxytocin, releases when neural impulse from hypothalamus
1907
Anterior pituitary gland
Produces GH, TSH, ACTH, prolactin, FSH, LH, and otherreleasing hormones.
1908
ADH
""Vasopressin"", maintains BP by reabsorption of water by kidney tubules and vasoconstriction
1909
Oxytocin
Stimulates contraction of uterus and release of milk
1910
Hormone
Chemical substance secreted by a gland into the BLOODSTREAM that controls another gland or body system.
1911
Diuresis
The formation of urine (not peeing), but once it goes to the bladder you can't get urine back.
1912
Amines
Variations of thyrosine, include thyroxin, epi, and nor-epi
1913
Proteins
Chains of amino acids, insulin, groth hormone, and calcitonin
1914
Steroids
Made of cholesterol, cortisol, aoldosterone, estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone
1915
Hormones work on this feedback mechanism
Negative feedback mechanism
1916
What do endocrine glands respond to?
Blood level changes or other hormones present in the blood stream
1917
Hypothalmus
Releasing hormones for anterior pituitary
1918
Pineal Gland
Melatonin
1919
Thymus Gland
Immune hormones, huge when we're born and gets smaller with age
1920
Pancreas
Insulin and Glucagon
1921
Ovaries
Estrogen, progesterone, and Inhibin
1922
Reabsortion
""Put it back in the blood stream""
1923
Parathyroid Glands
PTH: parathyroid hormone can increase calcium in blood stream. They are found behind the thyroid, pea shaped and can have 3-6 other them.
1924
Adrenal (suprarenal) Glands
Cortex: Aldosterone, cortisol, sex hormones Medulla: Epi and Nor-epi
1925
Testes
Testosterone, Inhibin
1926
Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)
Increases secretion of cortisol by the adrenal glands
1927
T3 and T4
Triiodothyronine and Thyroxin: Increase energy production and rate of protein synthesis
1928
GH
Growth Hormone: Increases mitosis, amino acid transport into cell, protein synthesis, and use of fats for energy
1929
Thyroid Gland location
Front and sides of trachea, the two lobes are connected by isthmus (bridge across trachea)
1930
Thyroid Gland
Produces T3, T4, and calcitonin (regulates calcium in calcium when calcium level too high ""calcitone it down"")
1931
Another name for a tumor
Neoplasm
1932
Graves Disease
Hyperthyroidism: Abnormal thyroid stimulating mechanism, increased iodide uptake, thyroid metabolism, growth, and secretion of hormone
1933
Thyrotoxic Crisis (thyroid storm)
worsening of a thyrotoxic state, possible death within 48 hours (no way to stop thyroid from releasing hormone, we can only sedate them)
1934
The hormone that lowers blood glucose level by enabling cells to take glucose in
Insulin
1935
The hormone that increases the rate of cell division
Growth Hormone
1936
Pancreas
Endocrine functions: islets of langerhans have three types of cells; Alpha, Beta, and Delta
1937
Alpha Cells in Pancreas
Produce Glucagon
1938
Beta Cells in Pancreas
Produce Insulin
1939
Delta Cells in Pancreas
Somatostatin
1940
The two hormones that regulate blood calciumn level
Parathyroid Hormone and calcitonin
1941
The hormone that intiates egg or sperm production
FSH
1942
In men, the hormone necessary for maturation of sperm
Testosterone
1943
In women, the hormone that causes ovulation
LH
1944
Two hormones that cause the liver to change glycogen to glucose
glucagon and epinephrine
1945
The hormones that increase protein synthesis and the use of all 3 food types for energy
Thyroxine
1946
Hypoglycemia
ALOC first sign because brain is most sensitive to lact of glucose, signs of shock and eventual cellular death
1947
The hormone that slows peristalsis and dilates the bronchioles
Epinephrine
1948
The hormone that has an anti-inflammatory affect
Cortisol
1949
The hormone that increases water reabsorption by the kidneys
ADH
1950
The hormone that increases calcium reabsorption by the kidneys
PTH
1951
The Hormone that increases sodium reabsorption by the kidneys
Aldosterone
1952
In women, two hormones that promote growth of blood vessels in the endometrium
estrogen and progesterone
1953
In women, the hormone that promotes growth of the corpus luteum
LH
1954
The hormone that stimulates milk production in the mammory glands
prolactin
1955
The hormone that causes strong contractions of the uterus during labor
oxytocin
1956
The hormone that increases the use of fats and excess amino acids for energy while sparing glucose for use by the brain
cortisol
1957
Two hormones that help maintain BP by maintaining normal blood volume
ADH and aldosterone
1958
Localized hormones that are synthesized from the phospholipids pf cell membranes
prostaglandins
1959
Glucagon
Does not add sugar, gluconeogenesis: stimulates the body to break down fats/etc to get glucose from other places in the body, works for a short period of time but builds up acid and the patient still needs glucose.
1960
Glucose cellular uptake WITHOUT insulin
1/10 as effective
1961
Steroid hormones are believed to exert their effect by stimulating the synthesis of:
Proteins
1962
The two-messenger mechanism of hormone action describes the action of:
protein hormones
1963
The hormone produced by the ovaries or testes that inhibits the secretion of FSH
Inhibin
1964
The hormone that brings about sleep
melatonin
1965
The hormone that increases excretion of potassium by the kidneys
Aldosterone
1966
The secretion of insulin in response to fluctuating blood glucose levels is a __________feedback mechanism
Negative feedback mechanism
1967
Secretion of the hormones of anterior pituitary gland is regulated by:
Hypothalamus
1968
The stimulus for secretion of glucagon
hypoglycemia
1969
The functions of epinephrine are very similar to the functions of:
The sympathetic nervous system
1970
The stimulus for the secretion of aldosterone
low blood sodium level
1971
Type II DM
Fixed number of insulin receptors get rid of them two ways, demage exceeds supply (get fat or pregnant) or wear out (with age or from excessive consumption = can't keep up with demand)
1972
DKA Tx
ABCs, intubation, fluid boluses (1-2 liters), cardiac monitoring (hyperkelemia)
1973
HONK
Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic non-ketotic coma- when the body does not kick in gluconeogenesis
1974
Adrenal Medulla
Catacholomines: Epi and Nor-epi
1975
Adrenal Cortex
Aldosterone, cortisol, sex hormones
1976
ADH
causes vasoconstriction and water reabsorption (fluid back into blood stream)
1977
Adrenal glands
on top of kidneys
1978
In adrenal cotrex
gluco corticoids and _______ corticoids
1979
Overheating
hyperthyroidism
1980
Islets of Longehans
In the pancreas, make alpha, beta, and delta cells
1981
Infection or autoimmune of pancreas
type I DM
1982
Kussmal
Hyperglycemia
1983
Respiratory depression
hypoglycemia
1984
Rapid onset
hypoglycemia
1985
Glucagon
Is a hormone and also a beta blocker (antidote for beta blocker and calcium channel blocker overdose)
1986
15mils of D50
25 grams of sugar
1987
heart
muscular cone-shaped organ the size of a fist, located behind the sternum and between the lungs. The heart consits of two upper chambers the right atrium and left atrium. Two lower chambers right and left ventricles. The left atrium receives blood returning from the body through the veins. The left artium receives blood from the lungs. the left venricle pumps blood through the arteries from the heart back to the body tissue; the right ventricle pumps blood to the lungs. The atrial septum separates the atria and the ventricular septum separates the ventricles.
1988
atrioventricular valves
consist of the tricuspid and mitral valves. Valves keep blood flowing one direction.
1989
semilunar valves
pulmonary and aortic valves located between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery and between the left ventricle and the aorta, respectively
1990
pericardium
two-layer sac surronding the heart, consisting of an external fibrous and an internal serous layer
1991
three layers of the heart
epicardium, myocardium, endocardium
1992
epicardium
covers the heart
1993
myocardium
middle, thick, muscular layer
1994
endocardium
inner lining of the heart
1995
blood vessels
tubelike structures that carry blood throughout the body
1996
arteries
blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart. all arteries, with the exception of the pulmonary artery, carry oxygen and other nutrients from the heart to the body cells.
1997
pulmonary artery
in contrast carries carbon dioxide and other waste products from the hear to th lungs
1998
arterioles
smallest arteries
1999
aorta
largest artery in the body, originating at the left ventricle and descending through the thorax and abdomen
2000
veins
blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart.
2001
venules
smallest vein
2002
venae cavae
largest veins in the body.
2003
capillaries
microscopic blood vessels that connect arterioles with venules.
2004
blood
composed of plasma and formed elements, such as erythrocytes, leukocytes, and thrombocytes
2005
plasma
clear, straw-colored, liquid portion of blood in which cells are suspended. Plasma is approximately 90% water comprises approximately 55% of the total blood volume
2006
erythrocytes
red blood cells that carry oxygen. Erythrocytes develop in bone marrow.
2007
leukocytes
white blood cells that combat infection and respond to inflammation. There are five types of white blood cells.
2008
platelets
one of the formed elements in the blood that is responsible for aiding in the clotting process
2009
serum
clear, watery fluid portion of the blood that remains after a clot has formed
2010
lymph
transparent, colorless, tissue fluid that, on entering the lymphatic system, is called lymph. Lymph contains lymphocytes and monocytes and flows in a one-way direction to the heart. Lymph is similar to blood plasma.
2011
lymphatic vessels
similar to veins, lymphatic vessels transport lymph from body tissues to the chest, where it enters the cardiovascular system. The vessels begin as capillaries spread throughout the body then merge into larger tubs that eventually become ducts in the chest. They provide a one-way flow for lymph gathered from the tissues to ducts in the chest, where lymph enters through the veins into the circulatory system.
2012
lymph nodes
small, spherical bodies composed of lymphoid tissue. They may be singular or grouped together along the path of the lymph vessels. The nodes filter lymph to keep substances such as bacteria and other foreign agents from entering the blood. They also produce lymphocytes.
2013
spleen
located in the left side of the abdominal cavity between the stomach and the diaphragm. In adulthood, the spleen is the largest lymphatic organ in the body. Blood, rather that lymph, flows through the spleen. Blood is cleansed of microorganisms in the spleen. The spleen stores blood and destroys worn out red blood cells.
2014
thymus gland
one of the primary lymphatic organs, it is located anterior to the ascending aorta and posterior to the sternum between the lungs. It plays an important role in the development of the body's immune system, particularly from infancy to puberty. Around puberty the thymus gland atrophies so that most of the gland is connective tissue.
2015
angi/o
vessel (usually refers to blood vessel)
2016
aort/o
aorta
2017
arteri/o
artery
2018
atri/o
atrium
2019
cardi/o
heart
2020
lymph/o
lymph, lymph tissue
2021
lymphaden/o
lymph node
2022
myel/o
bone marrow
2023
phleb/o, ven/o
vein
2024
plasm/o
plasma
2025
splen/o
spleen
2026
thym/o
thymus gland
2027
valv/o, valvul/o
valve
2028
ventricul/o
ventricle
2029
ather/o
yellowish, fatty plaque
2030
ech/o
sound
2031
electr/o
electricity, electrical cavity
2032
isch/o
deficiency, blockage
2033
therm/o
heat
2034
thromb/o
clot
2035
brady-
slow
2036
-ac
pertaining to
2037
-apheresis
removal
2038
-graph
insturment used to record; record
2039
-penia
abnormal reduction in number
2040
-poiesis
formation
2041
-sclerosis
hardening
2042
angioma (an-je-O-ma)
tumor composed of blood vessels
2043
angiostenosis (an-je-o-ste-NO-sis)
narrowing of a blood vessel
2044
aortic stenosis (a-OR-tik ste-NO-sis)
narrowing, pertaining to aorta
2045
arteriosclerosis (ar-ter-e-o-skle-RO-sis)
harderning of the arteries
2046
atherosclerosis (ath-er-o-skle-RO-sis)
hardening of fatty plaque
2047
bradycardi (brad-e-KAR-de-a)
condition of a slow heart
2048
cardiomegaly (kar-de-o-MEG-a-le)
enlargement of the heart
2049
cardiomyopathy (kar-de-o-mi-OP-a-the)
disease of the heart muscle
2050
endocarditis (en-do-kar-DI-tis)
inflammation of the inner lining of the heart
2051
ischemia (is-KE-me-a)
deficiency of blood flow
2052
myocarditis (mi-o-kar-DI-tis)
inflammation of the heart muscle
2053
pericarditis (per-i-kar-DI-tis)
inflammation of the sac surronding the heart
2054
phlebitis (fle-BI-tis)
inflammation of the vein
2055
polyarteritis (pol-e-ar-te-RI-tis)
inflammation of many arteries
2056
tachycardia (tak-i-KAR-de-a)
condition of a rapid heart (more than 100 bpm)
2057
thrombophlebitis (throm-bo-fle-BI-tis)
inflammation of a vein associated with a clot
2058
valvulitis (val-vu-LI-tis)
inflammation of a valve of the heart
2059
hematoma (he-ma-TO-ma)
tumor of blood
2060
multiple myeloma (MUL-te-pl mi-e-LO-ma)
tumors of bone marrow
2061
pancytopenia (pan-si-to-PE-ne-a)
abnormal reduction of all (blood) cells
2062
thrombosis (throm-BO-sis)
abnormal condition of a (blood) clot
2063
thrombus (THROM-bus)
blood clot attached to an interior wall of an artery or vein
2064
lymphadenitis (lim-fad-e-NI-tis)
inflammation of lymph nodes
2065
lymphadenopathy (lim-fad-e-NOP-a-the)
disease of the lymph nodes
2066
lymphoma (lim-FO-ma)
tumor of lymphatic tissue
2067
splenomegaly (sple-no-MEG-a-le)
enlargement of the spleen
2068
thymoma (thi-MO-ma)
tumor of th thymus gland
2069
acute coronary syndrome
sudden symptoms of insufficient blood supply to the heart indicating unstable angina
2070
aneurysm (AN-u-rizm)
ballooning of a weakened portion of an arterial wall
2071
angina pectoris (an-JI-na PEK-to-ris)
chest pain, which may radiate to the left arm and jaw, that occurs when there is an insufficient supply of blood to the heart muscle.
2072
arrhythmia (a-RITH-me-a)
any disturbance or abnormality in the heart's normal rhythmic pattern
2073
atrial fibrilation (AFib) (A-tre-al fi-bri-LA-shun)
a cardiac arrhythmia characterized by chaotic, rapid electrical impulses in the atria.
2074
cardiac arrest (KAR-de-ak a-REST)
sudden cessation of cardiac output and effective circulation, which requires CPR
2075
cardiac tamponade (KAR-de-ak tam-po-NAD)
acute compression of the heart caused by fluid accumulation in the pericardial cavity
2076
coarctation of the aorta (ko-ark-TA-shun a OR-ta)
congenital cardiac condition characterized by a narrowing of the aorta
2077
congenital heart disease (kon-JEN-i-tal hart di-ZEZ)
heart abnormality present at birth
2078
congestive heart failure (CHF)
inability of the heart to pump enough blood through the body to supply the tissues and organs with nutrients and oxygen
2079
coronary artery disease (CAD)
a condition that reduces the flow of a blood through the coronary arteries to th myocardium
2080
coronary occlusion (KOR-o-nar-e o-KLU-zhun)
obstruction of an artery of the heart.
2081
deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
condition of thrombus in a deep vein of the body
2082
hypertensive heart disease (HHD)
disorder of the heart caused by persistent high blood pressure
2083
intermittent claudication (in-ter-MIT-nt klaw-di-KA-shun)
pain and discomfort in calf muscles while walking
2084
mitral valve stenosis (MI-tral ste-NO-sis)
a narrowing of the mitral valve from scarring; usually caused by episodes
2085
myocardial infarcation (MI)
deathof a portion of the myocardium caused by lack of oxygen resulting from an interrupted blood supply
2086
peripheral arterial disease (PAD)
disease of the arteries in the arms and legs, resulting in narrowing or complete obstruction of the artery
2087
rheumatic heart disease
damage to the heart muscle of heart valves caused by one or more episodes of rheumatic fever
2088
varicose veins
distended or tortuous veins usually found in the lower extremities
2089
anemia
reduction in the number of red blood cells.
2090
anter/o
front
2091
caudo/o
tail (downward)
2092
cephal/0
head (upward)
2093
dist/o
away (from the point of attachment of a body part)
2094
dors/o
back
2095
infer/o
below
2096
later/o
side
2097
medi/o
middle
2098
poster/o
back, behind
2099
proxim/o
near (the point of attachment of a body part)
2100
super/o
above
2101
ventr/o
belly (front)
2102
bi-
two
2103
uni-
one
2104
ad
toward
2105
ior
pertaining to
2106
caudad
toward the tail (downward)
2107
cephalad
toward the head (upward)
2108
lateral (lat)
pertaining to the side
2109
medial (med)
pertaining to the middle
2110
unilateral
pertaining to one side (only)
2111
bilateral
pertaining to two sides
2112
mediolateral
pertaining to the middle and to the side
2113
distal
pertaining to away (from the point of attachment of a body part)
2114
proximal
pertaining to near (to the point of attachment of a body part)
2115
inferior (inf)
pertaining to below
2116
superior (sup)
pertaining to above
2117
caudal
pertaining to the tail (similar to inferior in most instances related to human anatomy)
2118
cephalic
pertaining to the head
2119
anterior (ant)
pertaining to the front
2120
posterior
pertaining to the back
2121
dorsal
pertaining to the back
2122
ventral
pertaining to the belly (front)
2123
anteroposterior (AP)
pertaining to the front and to the back
2124
posteroanterior (PA)
pertaining to the back and to the front
2125
frontal or coronal
vertical field passing through the body from side to side, dividing the body into anterior and posterior portions
2126
midsagittal
vertical field running through the body from front to back at the midline, dividin the body equally into right and left halves
2127
parasagittal
vertical field running through the body from front to back, dividing the body into right and left sides (any plane parallel to the midsagittal plane)
2128
transverse
horizontal field dividing the body into superior and inferior portions
2129
midline
an imaginary line that seperates the body, or body parts, into halves. In medical language, midline is used as a common reference point.
2130
Fowler position
semi-sitting position with slight elevation of the knees
2131
lithotomy position
lying on back with legs raised and feet in stirrups
2132
orthopnea position
sitting erect in a chair or sitting upright in bed supported by pillows behind the head and chest (also called orthopneic position)
2133
prone position
lying on abdomen, facing downward (head may be turned to one side)
2134
recumbent position
lying down in any position
2135
Sims position
lying on left side with right knee drawn up and with left arm drawn begind parallel to the back
2136
supine position
lying on back, facing upward
2137
Trendelenburg position
lying on back with body tilted so that the head is lower than the feet
2138
high Fowler
upright position at approximately 90 degrees
2139
Fowler
indicating an angle between 45 degrees and 60 degrees
2140
semi-Fowler
30 degrees to 45 degrees
2141
low Fowler
where the head is slightly elevated
2142
umbilical region
around the navel (umbilicus)
2143
lumbar regions
to the right and left of the umbilical region, near the waist
2144
epigastric region
superior to the umbilical region, generally above the stomach
2145
hypochondriac regions
to the right and left of the epigastric region
2146
hypogastric region
inferior to the umbilical region
2147
iliac regions
to the right and left of the hypogastric region, near the groin (also called inguinal regions)
2148
umbilicus
derived from the Latin umbro (protuberant part of a shield) raised or depressed spot in the middle of anything
2149
Hypochodriac
derived from the Greek hypo (under) and chondros (cartilage) Hippocrates referred to the region just below the cartilages of the ribs. People who experienced discomfort in this area but had no organic findings. Now, a person who falsely believes he or she has an illness is regerred to as a hypochodriac
2150
Cyberchondria
emerged in 2000 as a term describing a pattern of using internet research to self diagnose symptoms, fueling health anxiety and worry
2151
right upper quadrant (RUQ)
refers to the area encompassing the right lobe of the liver, the gallblader, part of the pancreas, and portions of the small and large intestines
2152
left upper quadrant (LUQ)
referes to the area encompassing the left lobe of the liver, the stomach, the spleen, part of the pancreas, and portions of the small and large intestines
2153
right lower quadrant (RLQ)
refers to the area encompassing portions of the small and large intestines, the appendix, the right ureter, and the right ovary and uterine tube in women or the right spermatic duct in men
2154
left lower quadrant (LLQ)
refers to the area encompassing portions of the small and large intestines, the left ureter, and the left ovary and uterine tube in women or the left spermatic duct in men
2155
Temporal palpating
palpate over the temporal bone on each side of the head lateral to each eyebrow
2156
Carotid palpating
palpate the anterior edge of the sternocleidomastoid muscle, just medial and inferior to the angle of the jaw. To avoid reduction of blood flow, do not palpate right and left carotid pulses simultaneously
2157
Brachial palpating
palpate in the groove between the biceps and tricept, just medial to the biceps tendon
2158
Radial palpating
palpate lateral and anterior side of wrist, proximal to the first metacarpal phalangeal joint
2159
Femoral palpating
This pulse is inferior to the inquinal ligament; if the patient is obese, the pulse is found midway between anterior superior iliac spine and pubic tubercle
2160
Dorsalis pedis palpating
Lightly palpate the dorsal surface of the foot, with the foot slightly dorsiflexed
2161
Posterior tibial palpating
This pulse is found posterior and slightly inferior to the medial malleolus of the ankle
2162
LLL
left lower lobe
2163
LUL
Left Upper Lobe
2164
RLL
Right Lower Lobe
2165
RML
Right Middle Lobe
2166
RUL
Right Upper Lobe