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Med Term Ch 8 - Digestive System
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--plasty
Definition
surgical repair
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-a
Definition
noun ending
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-al
Definition
pertaining to
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-al
Definition
pertaining to
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-al
Definition
pertaining to
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-cele
Definition
hernia
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-eal
Definition
pertaining to
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-emesis
Definition
vomiting
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-emesis
Definition
vomiting
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-graphy
Definition
process of recording
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-ia
Definition
pertaining to
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-ic
Definition
pertaining to
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-ic
Definition
pertaining to
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-ic
Definition
pertaining to
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-ic
Definition
pertaining to
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-ion
Definition
condition
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-ism
Definition
condition
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-ist
Definition
specialist
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-itis
Definition
inflammation
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-itis
Definition
inflammation
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-itis
Definition
inflammation
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-lithiasis
Definition
presence of stones
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-lithiasis
Definition
presence of stones
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-megaly
Definition
enlargement
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-occult
Definition
hidden
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-osis
Definition
abnormal condition
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-osis
Definition
abnormal condition or disease
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-osis
Definition
abnormal condition or disease
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-osis
Definition
abnormal condition or disease
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-otomy
Definition
surgical incision
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-otomy
Definition
surgical incision
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-pepsia
Definition
digest, digestion
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-pepsia
Definition
digestion
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-pexy
Definition
surgical fixation
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-phagia
Definition
eating, swallowing
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-phagia
Definition
swallowing
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-phagia
Definition
swallowing
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-plakia
Definition
plaque
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-rrhea
Definition
flow or discharge
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-rrhea
Definition
flow or discharge
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-rrhea
Definition
flow or discharge
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-scope
Definition
instrument for visual examination
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-scopy
Definition
visual examination
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-tion
Definition
process of
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-tion
Definition
process of
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-um
Definition
noun ending
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-us
Definition
noun ending
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E. Coli
Definition
caused by bacterium Escherichia coli, transmitted through contaminated foods that have not been cooked properly
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O&P
Definition
ova and parasites (in a stool sample)
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abdominal computed tomography
Definition
CT; radiographic procedure that produces a detailed cross-section of the tissue structure within the abdomen
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abdominal ultrasound
Definition
noninvasive test used to visualize internal organs by using very high-frequency sound waves
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absorption
Definition
the process by which completely digested nutrients are transported to the cells throughout the body
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accessory digestive organs
Definition
liver, gallbladder and pancreas
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accessory organs
Definition
organs that work in cooperation
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acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis
Definition
(ANUG) trench mouth; abnormal growth of bacteria in the mouth
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aer/o
Definition
air
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aerophagia
Definition
excessive swallowing of air while eating or drinking, and is a common cause of gas in the stomach
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an/o
Definition
anus, ring
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an/o
Definition
anus
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an/o
Definition
anus
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anabolism
Definition
building up of body cells and substances from nutrients
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anal fissure
Definition
small crack-like sore in the skin of the anus that can cause severe pain during a bowel movement
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anastomosis
Definition
surgical connection between two hollow, tubular structures
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anorectal
Definition
refers to anus and rectum as a single unit
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anorexia
Definition
loss of appetite for food, especially when caused by disease
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anorexia nervosa
Definition
an eating disorder characterized by a false perception of body appearance
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anoscopy
Definition
visual examination of the anal canal and lower rectum
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antacids
Definition
neutralize acids in the stomach
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anti-
Definition
against
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antiemetic
Definition
medication adminstered to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting
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antrum
Definition
lower part of the stomach
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anus
Definition
lower opening of the digestive tract. Flow of waste through the anus is controlled by the internal anal sphincter and the external anal sphincter
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aphthous ulcers
Definition
canker sores; mouth ulcers; gray-white pits with a red border in the soft tissues lining the mouth
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ascending
Definition
upward
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ascending colon
Definition
travels upward from the cecum to the undersurface of the liver
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ascites
Definition
abnormal accumulation of serous fluid in the peritoneal cavity
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bariatric surgery
Definition
performed to treat morbid obesity by restriction the amount of food that can enter the stomach and be digested
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bariatrics
Definition
branch of medicine concerned with the prevention and control of obesity and associated diseases
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barrett's esophagus
Definition
condition that occurs when the cells in the epithelial tissue of the esophagus are damaged by chronic acid exposure
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bile
Definition
aids in the digestion of fats; digestive juice secreted by the liver
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biliary
Definition
pertaining to bile
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biliary colic
Definition
pain caused by the passage of a gallstone through the bile duct
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biliary tree
Definition
provides the channels through which bile is transported from the liver to the small intestine
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billirubin
Definition
yellow to green fluid commonly known as bile that is manufactured by the liver and is necessary for the digestion of fat
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body
Definition
main portino of the stomach
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body mass index
Definition
(BMI) number that shows body weight adjusted for height
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bolus
Definition
mass of food that has been chewed and is ready to be swallowed;
term also used in relation to administration of medication
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borborygmus
Definition
rumbling noise caused by the movement of gas in the intestine
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bowel incontinence
Definition
inability to control the excretion of feces
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bruxism
Definition
involuntary grinding or clenching of the teeth that usually occurs during sleep and is associated with tension or stress
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bulimia
Definition
continuous excessive hunger
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bulimia nervosa
Definition
eating disorder characterized by frequent episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors such as self-induced vomiting or the misuse of laxatives, diuretics or other medications
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bulk-forming laxatives
Definition
bran, treat constipation by helping fecal matter retain water and remain soft as it moves through the intestines
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cachexia
Definition
condition of physical wasting away due to the loss of weight and muscle mass that occurs in patients with diseases such as advanced cancer or AIDS
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canines
Definition
cuspids; used for biting and tearing
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capsule endoscopy
Definition
use of a tiny video camera in a capsule that the patient swallows; camera transmits images of the walls of the small intestine for 8 hours to a sensor device attached to the patient's abdomen
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catabolism
Definition
breaking down of body cells or substances, releasing energy and carbon dioxide
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cecum
Definition
pouch that lies on the right side of the abdomen; extends from the end of the ilieum to the beginning of the colon
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celiac disease
Definition
inherited autoimmune disorder; gluten intolerance; severe reaction to foods containing gluten
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cementum
Definition
protects the roots; hard, but not as hard as enamel
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cervix
Definition
known as the neck of the tooth; where the crown and root meet
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cheil
Definition
lips
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cheilosis
Definition
cheilitis; disorder of the lips characterized by crack-like sore at the corner of the mouth
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chol/e
Definition
bile, gall
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cholang
Definition
bile duct
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cholangi/o
Definition
bile duct
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cholangiogram
Definition
resulting record from cholangiography
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cholangiography
Definition
radiographic examination of the bile ducts with the use of a contrast medium
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cholangitis
Definition
acute inflammation of the bile duct characterized by pain in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen, fever and jaundice
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chole
Definition
bile or gall
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chole-
Definition
gallbladder
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cholecyst
Definition
gallbladder
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cholecyst
Definition
gallbladder
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cholecystectomy
Definition
surgical removal of the gallbladder
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cholecystic
Definition
pertaining to the gallbladder
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cholecystitis
Definition
inflammation of the gallbladder usually associated with gallstones blocking the flow of bile
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choledoch/o
Definition
common bile duct
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choledocholithotomy
Definition
incision into the common bile duct for the removal of a gallstone
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cholelithiasis
Definition
presense of gallstones in the gallbladder or bile ducts
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chron's disease
Definition
chronic autoimmue disorder that can occur anywhere in the digestive tract
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chyme
Definition
semifluid mass of partly digested food that passes out of the stomach, through the pyloric sphincter and into the small intestine
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cirrh
Definition
yellow or orange
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cirrhosis
Definition
chronic degenerative disease of the liver characterized by scarring
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cleft lip
Definition
harelip; birth defect in which there is a deep groove of the lip running upward to the nose as a result of the failure of this portion of the lip to close during prenatal development
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cleft palate
Definition
failure of the palate to close during the early development of the fetus
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clostridium difficile
Definition
C. Diff; bacterial infection common to older adults in hospitals or long-term care facilities, typically following the use of antibiotics that wipe out competing bacteria
Term
col
Definition
colon
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colectomy
Definition
surgical removal of all or part of the colon
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colon
Definition
longest portion of the large intestine; subdivided into four parts
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colon/o
Definition
colon
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colonoscopy
Definition
direct visual examination of the inner surface of the entire colon from the rectum to the ceum
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colorectal carcinoma
Definition
colon cancer; manifests itself in polyps in the colon
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colostomy
Definition
surgical creation of an artificial excretory opening between the colon and the body surface
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colotomy
Definition
surgical incision into the colon
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common bile duct
Definition
cystic duct leaving the gallbladder rejoins the common hepatic duct to form this
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common hepatic duct
Definition
trunk of the biliary tree; just outside the liver
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comorbidity
Definition
presence of more than one disease or health condition in an individual at a given time
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constipation
Definition
having a bowel movement fewer than three times per week; stools are hard, dry, small in size and difficult to eliminate
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crown
Definition
portion of a tooth that is visible in the mouth
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cycstic duct
Definition
duct between liver and gallbladder
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cyst
Definition
bladder
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ddiverticulectomy
Definition
surgical removal of a diverticulum
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de-
Definition
removal
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defecation
Definition
bowel movement; BM; evacuation or emptying of large intestine
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degenerative
Definition
progressive deterioration resulting in the loss of tissue or organ function
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deglutition
Definition
swallowing
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dehydration
Definition
condition in which fluid loss exceeds fluid intake and disrupts the body's normal electrolyte balance
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dental arches
Definition
bony structures of the oral cavity; hold the teeth firmly in position to facilitate chewing and speaking
Term
dental calculus
Definition
tartar; dental plaque that has calcified (hardened) on the teeth
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dental caries
Definition
tooth decay; cavity; infectious disease caused by bacteria that destroy the enamel and dentin of the tooth
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dental plaque
Definition
major cause of dental caries and periodontal disease, forms as soft deposits in sheltered areas near the gums and between the teeth
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dental prophylaxis
Definition
professional cleaning of the teeth to remove plaque and calculus
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dentin
Definition
makes up the bulk of the tooth; portion of the tooth above the gumline
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dentist
Definition
holds a doctor of dental surgery (DDS) or a doctor of medical dentistry (DMD) degree and specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the teeth and tissues of the oral cavity
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dentition
Definition
natural teeth arranged in the upper and lower jaw
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descending
Definition
downward
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descending colon
Definition
travels down the left side of the abdominal cavity to the sigmoid colon
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dia-
Definition
through
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diarrhea
Definition
abnormally frequent flow of loose or watery stools that can lead to dehydration
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digestion
Definition
process by which complex foods are broken down into nutrients in a form the body can use
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digestive enzymes
Definition
responsible for the chemical changes that break foods down into simpler forms of nutrients for use by the body
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diverticul
Definition
diverticulum
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diverticulitis
Definition
sometimes develops as a result of diverticulosis; inflammation or infection of one or more diverticulum in the colon
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diverticulosis
Definition
chronic pressence of an abnormal number of diverticula in the colon
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dorsum
Definition
upper surface of the tongue; tough protective coering and in some areas, small bumps known as papillae (sing. papilla)
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duoden/o
Definition
duodenum
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duodenal ulcers
Definition
peptic ulcers that occur in the upper part of the small intestine
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duodenum
Definition
the first portion of the small intestine; extends from the pylorus of the stomach to the jejunum
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dys-
Definition
difficult
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dys-
Definition
painful
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dysentery
Definition
bacterial infection; occurs most frequent in hot countries where it is spread through food or water contaminated by human feces
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dyspepsia
Definition
indigestion; pain or comfort in digestion
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dysphagia
Definition
difficulty in swallowing
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edentulous
Definition
without teeth
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emaciated
Definition
abnormally thin
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emesis
Definition
vomiting; reflex ejection of the stomach contents outward through the mouth
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emet
Definition
vomit
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emulsification
Definition
chyme mixing with pancreatic juice and bile in the duodenum and breaking apart large fat globules so enzymes in the pancreatic juices can digest the fats
Term
enamel
Definition
covers the teeth; hardest substance in the body
Term
endo-
Definition
within
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endoscope
Definition
instrument used for visual examination of internal structures
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enema
Definition
placement of a solution into the rectum and colon to empty the lower intestine through bowel activity
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enter
Definition
small intestine
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enter
Definition
small intestine
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enter/o
Definition
small intestine
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enteritis
Definition
inflammation of the small intestine caused by eating or drinking substances contaminated with viral and bacterial pathogens
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epiglottis
Definition
structure that closes off the entrance to the trachea to prevent foods and liquids from moving from the pharynx during swallowing
Term
eructation
Definition
belching; raising gas orally from the stomach
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esophag
Definition
esophagus
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esophag/o
Definition
esophagus
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esophag/o
Definition
esophagus
Term
esophageal varices
Definition
enlarged and swollen veins at the lower end of the esophagus (sing. varix)
Term
esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Definition
endoscopic procedure that allows direct visualization of the upper GI tract
Term
esophagus
Definition
muscular tube through which ingested food passes from the pharynx to the stomach
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essential nutrients
Definition
vitamins and minerals, only required in small amounts
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feces
Definition
solid body wastes; expelled through the rectum and anus
Term
fissure
Definition
groove or crack-like sore of the skin
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flares
Definition
intervals of active disease
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flatulence
Definition
flatus; passage of gas out of the body through the rectum
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fundus
Definition
upper, rounded part of the stomach
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gallbladder
Definition
pear-shaped organ about the size of an egg located under the liver
Term
gallstone
Definition
cholelith; hard deposit formed in the gallbladder and bile ducts due to the concretion of bile components
Term
gangrene
Definition
tissue death that is associated with a loss of normal circulation
Term
gastr
Definition
stomach
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gastr/o
Definition
stomach
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gastr/o
Definition
stomach, belly
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gastr/o
Definition
stomach
Term
gastr/o
Definition
stomach
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gastrectomy
Definition
surgical removal of all or part of the stomach
Term
gastric bypass surgery
Definition
makes the stomach smaller, usually by stapling a section to create a small pouch; most common bariatric surgery; not reversible
Term
gastric ulcers
Definition
peptic ulcers that occur in the stomach
Term
gastritis
Definition
common inflammation of the stomach lining that is often caused by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori
Term
gastro
Definition
stomach
Term
gastroduodenostomy
Definition
establishment of an anastomosis between the upper portion of the stomach and the duodenum
Term
gastroenteritis
Definition
inflammation of th mucous membrane lining the stomach and intestines
Term
gastroenterologist
Definition
physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the stomach and intestines
Term
gastroesophageal reflux disease
Definition
GERD; upward flow of acid from the stomach into the esophagus
Term
gastrointestinal tract
Definition
GI tract; digestive system
Term
gastrorrhea
Definition
excessive secretion of gastric juice or mucus in the stomach
Term
gastrostomy tube
Definition
G-tube; surgical placed feeding tube from the exterior of the body directly into the stomach
Term
gender
Definition
refers to the differences between men and women
Term
gingiv
Definition
gums
Term
gingiv
Definition
gingival tissue
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gingiva
Definition
masticatory mucosa; gums; specialized mucous membrane that covers the bone of the dental arches and surrounds the neck of the teeth (pl gingivae)
Term
gingivectomy
Definition
surgical removal of diseased gingival tissue
Term
gingivitis
Definition
earliest stage of periodontal disease and the inflammation affects only the gums
Term
glucose
Definition
commonly known as blood sugar
Term
glycogen
Definition
form of starch that is stored in the liver
Term
halit
Definition
breath
Term
halitosis
Definition
bad breath; unpleasant odor coming from the mouth that can be caused by dental diseases or respiratory or gastric disorders
Term
hard palate
Definition
anterior portion of the palate; covered with specialized mucous membrane
Term
hem
Definition
blood
Term
hemat
Definition
blood
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hematemesis
Definition
vomiting of blood
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hematochezia
Definition
flow of bright red blood in the stool
Term
hemoccult test
Definition
fecal occult blood test; lab test for hidden blood in the stools
Term
hemorrhoid
Definition
piles
Term
hemorrhoidectomy
Definition
surgical removal of hemorrhoids
Term
hemorrhoids
Definition
occur when a cluster of veins, muscles and tissues slip near or through the anal opening
Term
hepat
Definition
liver
Term
hepat
Definition
liver
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hepat
Definition
liver
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hepat/o
Definition
liver
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hepat/o
Definition
liver
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hepatectomy
Definition
surgical removal of all or part of the liver
Term
hepatic
Definition
pertaining to the liver
Term
hepatitis
Definition
inflammation of the liver usually caused by a viral infection
Term
hepatomegaly
Definition
abnormal enlargement of the liver
Term
hernia
Definition
protrusion of a part or structure through the tissues that normally contain it
Term
herpes labialis
Definition
cold sores; fever blisters; blister-like sores on the lips and adjacent facial tissue that are caused by the oral herpes simplex virus type 1
Term
hhiighly vascular
Definition
containing many blood vessels
Term
hiat
Definition
opening
Term
hiatal hernia
Definition
anatomical abnormality in which a portion of the stomach protrudes upward into the chest
Term
hydra
Definition
water
Term
hydra
Definition
water
Term
hyper-
Definition
excessive
Term
hyperemesis
Definition
extreme, persistent vomiting that can cause dehydration; morning sickness in pregnancy
Term
ile
Definition
ileum
Term
ileectomy
Definition
surgical removal of the ileum
Term
ileocecal sphincter
Definition
ring-like muscle that controls the flow from the ileum of the small intestine into the cecum of the large intestine
Term
ileostomy
Definition
surgical creation of an artificial excretory opening between the ileum at the end of the small intestine and the outside of the abdominal wall
Term
ileum
Definition
last and longest portion of the small intestine; extends from the jejunum to the cecum of the large intestine
Term
ileus
Definition
partial or complete blockage of the small or large intestine; paralytic ileus
Term
incisors
Definition
used for biting and tearing
Term
inguin
Definition
groin
Term
inguinal hernia
Definition
protrusion of a small loop of bowel through a weak place in the lower abdominal wall or groin
Term
intestin
Definition
intestine
Term
intestinal adhesions
Definition
abnormally hold together parts of the intestine that normally should be separate
Term
intestinal obstruction
Definition
partial or complete blockage of the small or large intestine caused by a physical obstruction
Term
intra-
Definition
within
Term
intravenous fluids
Definition
(IV) administered to combat the effects of dehydration
Term
intussuception
Definition
telescoping of one part of the small intestine into the opening of an immediately adjacent part
Term
intussuscept
Definition
take up or to receive within
Term
irratable bowel syndrome
Definition
(IBS); spastic colon; common condition of unknown cause with symptoms that can include intermittent cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, constipation and diarrhea. Usually aggravated by stress and by eating certain foods. NOTcaused by pathogens or by structural changes.
Term
ischemic colitis
Definition
occurs when part of the large intestine is partially or completely deprived of blood
Term
jaundice
Definition
yellow discolration of the skin, mucous membranes and the eyes
Term
jejunum
Definition
middle portion of the small intestine; extends from the duodenum to the ileum
Term
lacteals
Definition
specialized structures of the lymphatic system, absorb fats and fat-soluble vitamins that cannot be transported directly by the blood-stream.
Term
lap-band adjustable gastric banding
Definition
(LAGB) involves placing a band around the exterior portion of the stomach to restric tthe amount of food that can enter
Term
laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Definition
lap choley; surgical removal of the gallbladder using a laparascope and other instruments inserted through three or four small incisions in the abdominal wall
Term
large intestine
Definition
extends from the end of the small intestine to the anus; twice as wide as the small intestine but only 1/4 as long
Term
laxatives
Definition
medications or foods given to stimulate bowel movements
Term
leuk/o
Definition
white
Term
leukoplakia
Definition
abnormal white precancerous lesion that develops on the tongue or the inside of the cheek
Term
ligation
Definition
tying off of blood vessels or ducts
Term
lingual frenum
Definition
band of tissue that attaches the tongue to the floor of the mouth
Term
lips
Definition
labia; surround the opening to the oral cavity (sing. labium) term is alos used to describe parts of the female genitalia
Term
lith
Definition
stone
Term
liver
Definition
largest organ in the body; removes toxins from the blood and turns food into fuel and nutrients the body needs
Term
liver transplant
Definition
option for patient whose liver has failed for a reason other than liver cancer
Term
lower GI series
Definition
barium enema; radiographic study to examine the lower digestive system
Term
lower GI tract
Definition
bowels; made up of the small and large intestines plus the rectum and anus
Term
lower esophageal sphincter
Definition
cardiac sphincter; muscular ring between the esophagus and stomach; relaxes during swallowing to allow food to enter the stomach
Term
lymph/o
Definition
fluid that removes cellular waste products, pathogens, and dead blood cells from tissues
Term
lymphaden/o
Definition
bean-shaped structures of the lymphatic system where pathogens and other harmful substances are filtered from the lymph by specialized cells of the immune system
Term
lymphangi/o
Definition
lymphatic vessels and ducts; capillaries vessels, and ducts that return lymph from the tissues to the venous blood stream
Term
lymphocyt/o
Definition
specialized leukocytes that play important roles in the immune reactions
Term
mal-
Definition
prefix meaning bad or poor
Term
malabsorption
Definition
condition in which the small intestine cannot absorb nutrients
Term
malnutrition
Definition
lack of proper food or nutrients in the body due to a shortage of food, poor eating habits or the inability of the body to digest, absorb and distribute these nutrients
Term
malocclusion
Definition
any deviation from the normal positioning of the upper teeth against the lower teeth
Term
mandibular arch
Definition
commonly known as the lower jaw; separate bone and only movable component part of the joint
Term
mastication
Definition
chewing; breaks food down into smaller pieces, mixes it with saliva and prepares it to be swallowed
Term
maxillary arch
Definition
commonly known as the upper jaw and consists of bones of the lower surface of the skull
Term
melan
Definition
black or dark
Term
melena
Definition
passage of black, tarry and foul-smelling stools
Term
metabol
Definition
changes
Term
metabolism
Definition
all of the processes involved in the body's use of nutrients
Term
molars
Definition
used for chewing and grinding
Term
morbid
Definition
diseased state
Term
morbid obesity
Definition
severe obesity; condition of weight two times or more than the ideal weight or having a body mass index value greater than 40
Term
myc
Definition
fungus
Term
myel/o
Definition
bone marrow;produces lymphocytes, which are specialized leukocytes; also means spinal cord
Term
nas/o
Definition
nose
Term
nasogastric intubation
Definition
placement of a feeding tube through the nose and into the stomach
Term
nausea
Definition
urge to vomit
Term
necrotizing
Definition
causing ongoing tissue death
Term
nonalcoholic fatty livr disease
Definition
(NAFLD) describes accumulation of fat in the liver of people who drink little or no alcohol
Term
nonalcoholic steatohepatitis
Definition
(NASH) more serious form of this condition since it consists of fatty accumulations plus liver damaging inflammation
Term
nutrient
Definition
sustance, usually from food, that is necessary for normal functioning of the body
Term
obese
Definition
usally used to refer to individuals who are more than 20 to 30% over the established weight standards for their height, age and gender
Term
obesity
Definition
excessive accumulation of fat in the body
Term
occlusion
Definition
used in dentistry; describes any contact between the chewing sufaces of the upper and lower teeth
Term
odont
Definition
teeth
Term
odonti
Definition
teeth,
Term
open cholecystectomy
Definition
performed through an incision in the right side of the upper abdomen
Term
oral cavity
Definition
mouth; lips, hard and soft palates, salivary glands, tongue, teeth and periodontium
Term
oral or maxillofacial surgeon
Definition
specializes in surgery of the face and jaws to correct deformities, treat diseases and repair injuries
Term
oral rehydration therapy
Definition
(ORT) treatment in which a solution of electrolytes is administered in a liquid preparation to counteract the dehydration that can accompany severe diarrhea, especially in young children
Term
oral thrush
Definition
type of stomatomycosis that develops when the fungus Candida albicans grows out of control
Term
orth
Definition
straight
Term
orthodontist
Definition
dental specialist who prevents or corrects malocclusion of the teeth and related facial structures
Term
ostomy
Definition
surgical procedure to create an artificial opening between an organ and the body surface
Term
palat/o
Definition
palate
Term
palate
Definition
forms the roof of the mouth; consists of three major parts; hard palate, soft palage, uvula
Term
palatoplasty
Definition
surgical repair of a cleft palate, also used to refer to the repair of a cleft lip
Term
pancreas
Definition
soft 6-inch long oblong gland that is located behind the
Term
pancreatic
Definition
pertaining to the pancreas
Term
pancreatic duct
Definition
joins with the common bile duct and together they enter the duodenum of the small intestine
Term
papillae
Definition
small bumps that contain taste buds on the tongue
Term
parenteral
Definition
not in or through digestive system
Term
parotid glands
Definition
located on the face, slightly in front of each ear; on the inside of the cheek near the upper molars
Term
partial liver transplant
Definition
in which only part of the organ is donated
Term
pept
Definition
digestion
Term
peptic ulcers
Definition
sores that affect the mucous membranes of the digestive system
Term
perforating ulcer
Definition
complication of a peptic ulcer in which the ulcer erodes through the entire thickness of the organ wall
Term
perforation
Definition
hole through the wall of a structure
Term
peri-
Definition
surrounding
Term
peri-
Definition
surrounding
Term
periodontal disease
Definition
periodontitis; inflammation of the tissues that surround and support the teeth
Term
periodontist
Definition
dental specialist who prevents or treats disorders of the tissues surrounding the teeth
Term
periodontium
Definition
describes the structures that surround, support, and are attached to the teeth
Term
peristalsis
Definition
series of wave-like contractions of the smooth muscles in a single direction that moves the food forward into the digestive system
Term
permanent dentition
Definition
32 teeth designed to last a lifetime; 20 replace primary teeth and 12 erupt at the back of the mouth; 8 incisors; 4 canines; 8 premolars and 12 molars
Term
pharynx
Definition
common passageway for both respiration and digestion
Term
pica
Definition
abnormal craving or appetite for nonfood substances, such as dirt, paint, or clay that lasts for at least one month
Term
plaque
Definition
associated with heart conditions consists of deposits of cholesterol that form within blood vessels
Term
polyp
Definition
mushroom-like growth from the surface of a mucous membrane
Term
postoperative ileus
Definition
temporary impairment of bowel action considered to be a normal response to abdominal surgery
Term
premolars
Definition
bicuspids; used for chewing and grinding
Term
primary dentition
Definition
deciduous dentition; baby teeth; 20 teeth erupt during early childhood; normally lost in late childood and replaced by permanent teeth; 8 incisors; 4 canines; 8 molars
Term
primary nutrients
Definition
carbohydrates, fats, proteins
Term
proct
Definition
anus and rectum
Term
proct/o
Definition
anus and rectum
Term
proct/o
Definition
rectum
Term
proctologist
Definition
physician who specializes in disorders of the colon, rectum and anus
Term
proctopexy
Definition
surgical fixation of a prolapsed rectum to an adjacent tissue or organ
Term
prolapse
Definition
falling or dropping down of an organ or internal part
Term
prophylaxis
Definition
treatment intended to prevent a disease or stop it from spreading
Term
proton pump inhibitors
Definition
decrease the amount of acid produced by the stomach; used to treat GERD
Term
pulp
Definition
consists of a rich supply of blood vessels and nerves that provide nutrients and innervation to the tooth
Term
pulp cavity
Definition
area within the crown and roots of the tooth that is surrounded by the dentin to protect the delicate pulp of the tooth
Term
pyloric sphincter
Definition
ring like muscle at the base of the stomach that controls the flow of partially digested food from the stomach to the duodenum of the small intestine
Term
pylorus
Definition
narrow passage that connects the stomach with the small intestine
Term
pyr
Definition
fever or fire
Term
pyrosis
Definition
heartburn; burning sensation caused by the return of acidic stomach contents into the esophagus
Term
re-
Definition
back or again
Term
rect
Definition
rectum
Term
rect/o
Definition
rectum, straight
Term
recto
Definition
rectum
Term
rectocele
Definition
bulging of the front wall of the rectum into the vagina, usually as a result of childbirth or pregnancy
Term
rectum
Definition
widest division of the large intestine; makes up the last 4 inches of the large intestine and ends at the anus
Term
reflux
Definition
backward or return flow
Term
regurgitating
Definition
flow backward
Term
regurgitation
Definition
return of swallowed food into the mouth
Term
root canal
Definition
space below the tooth where the root is
Term
roots
Definition
hold it securely in place within the dental arch
Term
rubber band ligation
Definition
often used instead of surgery
Term
rugae
Definition
irregular ridges or folds in this mucous membrane
Term
rugae
Definition
the folds in the mucosa lining of the stomach; allow flexibility of the stomach increasing and decreasing inside; glands located within these folds produce gastric juices
Term
saliva
Definition
colorless liquid that maintains the moisture in the mouth; helps maintain the health of the teeth; begins the digestive process by lubricating food during chewing and swallowing
Term
salivary glands
Definition
secrete salive that is carried by ducts into the mouth
Term
salmonellosis
Definition
salmonella; transmitted by feces either through direct contact with animals or by eating contaminated raw or undercooked meats and eggs or unpasteurized milk and cheese products
Term
serous
Definition
substance having a watery consistency
Term
sigmoid
Definition
curved like the letter S
Term
sigmoid/o
Definition
sigmoid colon
Term
sigmoid/o
Definition
sigmoid colon
Term
sigmoidoscopy
Definition
endoscopic examination of the interior of the rectum, sigmoid colon and possibly a portion of the descending colon
Term
signmoid colon
Definition
S-shaped structure that continues from the descending colon above and joins the rectum below
Term
small intestine
Definition
extends from the pyloric sphincter to the first part of the large intestine; 20 feet in length consisted of 3 sections where food is digested and the nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream
Term
soft palate
Definition
flexible posterior portion of the palate; during swallowing it closes off the nasal passage to prevent food and liquid from moving upward into the nasal cavity
Term
splen/o
Definition
sac-like mass of lymphoid tissue with protective roles in both the immune and lymphatic systems
Term
steat/o
Definition
fat
Term
steato
Definition
fat
Term
steatorrhea
Definition
presence of an excess of fat in the stool
Term
stom
Definition
mouth or oral cavity
Term
stoma
Definition
opening between an organ and the body surface created by a surgical procedure
Term
stomach
Definition
sac-like organ composed of the fundus, body and antrum
Term
stomat
Definition
mouth or oral cavity
Term
stomatitis
Definition
inflammation of the mucosa of the mouth
Term
stomatomycosis
Definition
any disease of the mouth due to a fungus
Term
stool samples
Definition
specimens of feces that are examined for content and characteristics
Term
strangulated hernia
Definition
portion of the intestine is constricted inside the hernia, causing ischemia
Term
strangulating osbstruction
Definition
blood flow to a segment of the intestine is blocked; can lead to gangrene or perforation
Term
sublingual
Definition
under the tongue
Term
sublingual glands
Definition
ducts are located on the floor of the mouth under the tongue
Term
sublingual surface
Definition
of the tongue and tissues that lie under the tongue are covered with delicate highly vascular tissues
Term
submandibular glands
Definition
their ducts are located on the floor of the mouth near the mandible
Term
temporomandibular joint
Definition
commonly known as TMJ; formed at the back of the mouth where the maxillary and mandibular arches come together
Term
thym/o
Definition
thymus; gland located in the upper chest with specialized roles in both the lymphatic and immune systems
Term
tongue
Definition
very strong, flexible and muscular. posterior portion is attached. anterior end of the tongue moves freely and is flexible
Term
tonsill/o
adenoid/o
Definition
lymphoid structures of the lymphatic system that protect the entry to the respiratory system
Term
total parenteral nutrition
Definition
(IV) administered to patients who cannot or should not get their nutrition through eating
Term
transverse
Definition
across
Term
transverse colon
Definition
passes horizontally across the abdominal cavity from right to left toward the spleen
Term
trismus
Definition
any restruction to the opening of the mouth caused by trauma, surgery, or radiation associated with the treatment of oral cancer
Term
ulcer
Definition
open lesion of the skin or mucous membrane resulting in tissue loss around the edges
Term
ulcerative colitis
Definition
chronic condition of unknown cause in which repeated episodes of inflammation in the rectum and large intestine cause ulcers and irritation
Term
upper GI series
Definition
barium swallow; radiographic study to examine the upper digestive system
Term
upper GI tract
Definition
consists of mouth, pharynx, esophagus and stomach
Term
uvula
Definition
hangs from the free edge of the soft palate; during swallowing it moves upward with tthe soft palate. Also plays important role in snoring and in the formation of some speech sounds
Term
ven/o
Definition
vein
Term
vermiform appendix
Definition
appendix; hangs from the lower portion of the cecum. Veriform refers to worm-like shape; consists of lymphoid tissue
Term
villi
Definition
sing. villus; contains blood vesasels and lacteals
Term
virtual colonoscopy
Definition
uses x-rays and computers to produce two and three dimensional images of the colon
Term
volvulus
Definition
twisting of the intestine on itself, causing an obstruction
Term
xer/o
Definition
dry
Term
xerostomia
Definition
dry mouth; lack of adequate saliva due to diminished secretion by the salivary glands
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