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Chapters 1-10
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a-
Definition
without, absence of
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ab-
Definition
away from
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ad-
Definition
toward
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ambi-
Definition
both
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an-
Definition
without, absence of
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ana-
Definition
up toward
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anti-
Definition
against, opposite of
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bi-
Definition
two
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brady-
Definition
slow
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circum-
Definition
around
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con-
Definition
with, together, jointly
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contra-
Definition
counter or against
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di-
Definition
double
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dia-
Definition
through
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dipl-
Definition
double
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dis-
Definition
apart or away
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dys-
Definition
bad, abnormal, painful, difficult
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ec-
Definition
outside or out
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ecto-
Definition
outside or out
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endo-
Definition
within
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ep-
Definition
upon, over, above, on top
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epi-
Definition
upon, over, above, on top
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eso-
Definition
inward
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eu-
Definition
good, normal
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ex-
Definition
outside, away from
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exo-
Definition
outside away from
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extra-
Definition
outside
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hemi-
Definition
half
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heter-
Definition
different
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hetero-
Definition
different
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hyper-
Definition
excessive, abnormally high, above
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hypo-
Definition
deficient, abnormally low, below
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infer-
Definition
below
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inter-
Definition
between
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intra-
Definition
within
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macro-
Definition
large
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mal-
Definition
bad
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mega-
Definition
large or great
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megalo-
Definition
large or great
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meta-
Definition
after or change
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micro-
Definition
small
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mono-
Definition
one
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multi-
Definition
many, more than one, numerous
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neo-
Definition
new
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nulli-
Definition
none
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pan-
Definition
all
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para-
Definition
alongside or abnormal
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peri-
Definition
around
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poly-
Definition
excessive, over, many
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post-
Definition
to follow after
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pre-
Definition
to come before
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primi-
Definition
first
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psuedo-
Definition
false
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quadri-
Definition
four
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semi-
Definition
half or partial
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sub-
Definition
under, beneath, below
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super-
Definition
above
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supra-
Definition
above
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sym-
Definition
together or joined
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syn-
Definition
together
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tachy-
Definition
rapid, fast
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tetra-
Definition
four
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trans-
Definition
through, across, beyond
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tri-
Definition
three
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ultra-
Definition
beyond normal
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uni-
Definition
one
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-ac
Definition
pertaining to
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-ad
Definition
toward
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-ae
Definition
plural of -a
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-al
Definition
pertaining to
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-algia
Definition
condition of pain
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-ar
Definition
pertaining to
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-ary
Definition
pertaining to
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-asthenia
Definition
weakness
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-atresia
Definition
a closure, the absence of a normal body opening
Term
-cele
Definition
hernia, swelling, prorusion
Term
-centesis
Definition
surgical puncture
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-clasia
Definition
break apart
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-clasis
Definition
break apart
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-clast
Definition
break apart
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-desis
Definition
surgical fixation or fusion
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-drome
Definition
run or running
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-dynia
Definition
pain
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-ectomy
Definition
surgical excision, removal
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-emesis
Definition
vomiting
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-emia
Definition
condition of blood
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-gram
Definition
a record or image
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-graph
Definition
an instrument for recording
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-graphy
Definition
recording process
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-hemia
Definition
condition of blood
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-ia
Definition
condition of
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-iatry
Definition
treatment, specialty
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-ic
Definition
pertaining to
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-ion
Definition
process
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-ism
Definition
condition or disease
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-itis
Definition
inflamation
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-logist
Definition
one who studies
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-logy
Definition
study or science of
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-malacia
Definition
softening
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-meter
Definition
measure, measuring instrument
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-metry
Definition
measure, process of measuring
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-oma
Definition
tumor
Term
-opia
Definition
condition of vision
Term
-opsy
Definition
view of
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-osis
Definition
condition of
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-ous
Definition
pertaining to
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-oxia
Definition
condition of oxygen
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-pathy
Definition
disease
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-penia
Definition
deficiency, abnormal reduction in number
Term
-pexy
Definition
surgical fixation, suspension
Term
-phagia
Definition
eating or swallowing
Term
-phasia
Definition
speaking
Term
-phil
Definition
loving, affinity for
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-philia
Definition
loving, affinity for
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-phobia
Definition
fear
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-phylaxis
Definition
protection
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-physis
Definition
growth
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-plasia
Definition
formation, growth
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-plasty
Definition
surgical repair
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-plegia
Definition
paralysis
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-practic
Definition
practice
Term
-rhea
Definition
discharge
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-rraphy
Definition
suturing
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-rrhagia
Definition
abnormal discharge
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-rrhexis
Definition
rupture
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-sclerosis
Definition
condition of hardening
Term
-scope
Definition
instrument used for viewing
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-scopy
Definition
process of viewing
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-spasm
Definition
sudden, involuntary muscle contraction
Term
-stasis
Definition
standing still
Term
-stomy
Definition
surgical creation of an opening
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-tic
Definition
pertaining to
Term
-tome
Definition
a cutting instrument
Term
-tomy
Definition
an incision
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-tripsy
Definition
surgical crushing
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-tropia
Definition
condition of turning
Term
abrasion
Definition
a common injury to the skin caused by scraping
Term
abscess
Definition
a localized elevation of the skin containing a cavity
Term
pus
Definition
bacteria, white blood cells, damaged tissue, and fluids
Term
cellulite
Definition
a local uneven surface of the skin, a sign of subcutaneous fat deposition
Term
cicatrix
Definition
scar tissue
Term
comedo
Definition
a pimpol
Term
contusion
Definition
a bruise
Term
cyanosis
Definition
a blue tinge of color to an area of the skin
Term
cyst
Definition
closed sac or pouch on the surface of the skin, filled with liquid or semisolid material
Term
edema
Definition
fluid accumulation caused by the leakage of fluid across capillary walls
Term
erythema
Definition
any redness of the skin
Term
fissure
Definition
a narrow break or slit in the skin
Term
furuncle
Definition
the local swelling on the skin in an abscess associated with a hair follicle
Term
induration
Definition
a local hard area on the skin, usually a sign of excessive deposit of collagen or calcium
Term
jaundice
Definition
an abnormal yellow coloration of the skin and eyes
Term
keloid
Definition
an overgrowth of scar tissue that forms an elevated lesion on the skin
Term
laceration
Definition
tear or cut from a sharp object with an irregular surface
Term
macule
Definition
a discolored flat spot on the skin surface, such as a freckle
Term
vesicle
Definition
a small elevation of the epidermis that is filled with fluid
Term
wheal
Definition
a temporary elevation of the skin, often with a white center and red perimeter
Term
acne
Definition
an uncomfortable condition of the skin resulting from bacterial infection of sebaceous glands and ducts
Term
actinic keratosis
Definition
a precancerous condition of the skin caused by exposure to sunlight
Term
albinism
Definition
a genetic condition characterized by the reduction of the pigment melanin
Term
alopecia
Definition
a loss or lack of scalp hair, baldness
Term
burn
Definition
an injury to the skin caused by excessive exposure to fire, electricity, chemicals, or sunlight
Term
carbuncle
Definition
a skin infection composed of a cluster of boils
Term
carcinoma
Definition
cancerous tumor
Term
cellulitis
Definition
an inflammation of the connective tissue in the dermis
Term
folliculitis
Definition
inflammation of little follicles
Term
dermatitis
Definition
a generalized inflammation of the skin involving edema of the dermis
Term
eczema
Definition
a superficial form of dermatitis
Term
ecchymosis
Definition
a condition of the skin caused by leaking blood vessels in the dermis, producing purplish patches of purpura
Term
herpes
Definition
a viral skin eruption producing clusters of deep blisters
oral herpes and genital herpes
Term
hyperhidrosis
Definition
a condition where an individual sweats often and more than a normal amount
Term
impetigo
Definition
a contagious skin infection, characterized by the presence of golden crusts following the rupture of the vesicles
Term
Kaposi's sarcoma
Definition
a form of skin cancer arising from the connective tissue of the dermis
Term
leukoderma
Definition
a condition where, as people age, their skin lightens due to reduced activity of the pigment-producing cells in the skin
Term
melanoma
Definition
skin cancer
Term
nevi
Definition
moles
Term
onychocryptosis
Definition
a nail becomes buried in the skin due to abnormal growth, an ingrown nail
Term
onychomalacia
Definition
the nails are abnormally soft
Term
onychomycosis
Definition
a fungal infection of one or more nails
Term
paronychia
Definition
an infection around the nail
Term
pediculosis
Definition
pubic, body lice, or head lice
Term
psoriasis
Definition
a painful chronic disease of the skin characterized by the presence of red lesions covered with silvery epidermal scales
Term
scabies
Definition
a skin eruption caused by the female itch mite
Term
scleroderma
Definition
an abnormal thickening or hardness of the skin caused by overproduction of collagen in the dermis
Term
systemic lupis erythematosus
Definition
a chronic progressive disease of connective tissue in many organs including the skin
Term
tinea
Definition
a fungal infection of the skin, ringworm
Term
trichomycosis
Definition
a fungal infection of hair
Term
xeroderma
Definition
abnormally dry skin
Term
biopsy
Definition
a minor surgery involving the removal of tissue for evaluaiton
Term
debridement
Definition
excision of foreign matter and wanted tissue
Term
dermabrasion
Definition
a form of cosmetic surgery where the skin is surgically changed to improve appearance
Term
dermatoautoplasty
Definition
skin grafting
Term
dermatome
Definition
a cutting instrument for skin
Term
dermatoplasty
Definition
general term for a surgical procedure of the skin
Term
emollient
Definition
a chemical agent that softens or smooths the skin
Term
antibiotics
Definition
used to manage infections
Term
rhytidectomy
Definition
the surgical repair of wrinkles
Term
liposuciton
Definition
the removal of subcutaneous fat
Term
arthralgia
Definition
often the frist symptom of joint or bone disease
Term
ataxia
Definition
the inability to coordinate muscles during a voluntary activity
Term
atrophy
Definition
reduction in muscle strength due to disuse
Term
bradykinesia
Definition
an abnormally slow movement is a clinical sign of an underlying bone, muscle, or nervous disorder
Term
decalcification
Definition
the abnormal reduction of calcium in bone
Term
dyskinesia
Definition
difficulty in movement
Term
dystrophy
Definition
a general symptom of progressive muscle weakness, results from genetic mutation
Term
hypertriohy
Definition
a sign of excessive muscle growth or development
Term
myalgia
Definition
condition of muscle pain
Term
tenodyna
Definition
tendon pain
Term
achondroplasia
Definition
dwarfism
Term
ankylosis
Definition
condition where joints are abnormally stiff and movement is difficult
Term
arthritis
Definition
the general disorder resulting in inflammation and degeneration of a joint
Term
arthrochondritis
Definition
the articular cartilage within synovial joints undergoes inflammation, resulting in joint pain during movements
Term
bunion
Definition
an abnormal enlargement of the joint at the base of the big toe
Term
bursitis
Definition
the inflammation of a bursa
Term
bursolith
Definition
a calcium deposit within a bursa of the foot
Term
carpal tunnel syndrome
Definition
characterized by inflammation of the wrist which in turn results in pain and restricted movement
Term
carpoptosis
Definition
weakness of the wrist resulting in difficulty supporting the hand
Term
cramps
Definition
prolonged involuntary muscular contractions cause ing pain
Term
degenerative joint disease
Definition
a general term describing a disease of joints in which the cartilage undergoes deeneration
Term
duchenne muscular dystrophy
Definition
a disease causing skeletal muscle degeneration, resulting in progressive muscle weakness and deterioration
Term
epicondylitis
Definition
inflammation of the epicondyles
Term
fibromyalgia
Definition
a disease of unknown origin that causes widespread pain of the musculoskeletal structures of the limbs face and trunk
Term
fracture
Definition
the clinical term for a break in the bone
Term
gout
Definition
sharp pain in the joints of the toes due to an abnormal accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joints
Term
herniated disk
Definition
the rupture of an intervertebral disk
Term
kyphosis
Definition
when the upper thoracic curve bends posteriorly
Term
lordosis
Definition
an exaggerated anterior spinal curve in the lumbar area
Term
scoliosis
Definition
a lateral curvature of the spine with a congenital origin, usually in the thoracic or lumbar regions
Term
Marfin's syndrome
Definition
congenital disease results in excessive cartilage formation at the growth plates, forming abnormally long limbs and a tall thin body form
Term
meniscitis
Definition
inflammation of a meniscus
Term
myasthenia gravis
Definition
serious muscle weakness
Term
myeloma
Definition
tumor of the red bone marrow
Term
myovele
Definition
an injury to a muscle causing the muscle to tear through the fascia causing a protrusion
Term
myositis
Definition
a local inflammation result of muscle injury
Term
osteitis
Definition
inflammation of bone
Term
osteitis deformans
Definition
bone deformities due to a failure of bone remodeling
Term
osteosarcoma
Definition
a bone cancer arising from connective tissue
Term
leukemia
Definition
cancer from the cells of the red bone marrow
Term
osteogenesis imperfecta
Definition
an inherited disease resulting in impaired bone growth and fragile bones
Term
osteomalacia
Definition
a disease resulting in the softening of bones
Term
osteomyelitis
Definition
inflammation of the red bone marrow
Term
osteoporosis
Definition
the abnormal loss of bone density
Term
paraplegia
Definition
loss of sensation or voluntary movement of the area of the body below the hips
Term
quadriplegia
Definition
a form of paralysis where al four limbs are without sensation or voluntary movement
Term
polymyositis
Definition
inflammation of many muscles, an autoimmune disease
Term
rickets
Definition
disease where the bones become softened due to excessive removal of calcium for other body functions
Term
spinal cord injury
Definition
a trauma to the vertebral column
Term
spondylarthritis
Definition
inflammation of the joints of the vertebrae
Term
sprain
Definition
a tear of collagen fibers within a ligament
Term
strain
Definition
stretching of a muscle beyond its normal range
Term
temporomandibular joint disease
Definition
a disease of the mandibular resulting in difficulty opening the jaw
Term
tendonitis
Definition
inflammation of a tendon
Term
tenosynovitis
Definition
a form of tendonitis which also involves inflammation of the synovial membrane surrounding the joint
Term
arthrocentesis
Definition
surgical puncture where excess fluids are withdrawn by suction
Term
arthrocalsia
Definition
when an abnormally stiff joint must be broken to increase the range of motion
Term
arthrodesis
Definition
the surgical fixation of a joint
Term
arthrogran
Definition
an x-ray of the joint
Term
arthrolysis
Definition
a procedure where a joint is loosened of abnormal restrictions such as calcium deposits and bursoliths
Term
arthroplasty
Definition
surgical repair of a joint
Term
arthroscopy
Definition
an endoscopic visual examination of a joint cavity
Term
arthrotomy
Definition
a surgical incision to the synovial cavity of a joint
Term
bursectomy
Definition
a surgery involving the removal of a bursa
Term
chiropractic
Definition
the field of therapy revolving around the manipulation of bones and joints
a chiropractor is the practitioner of this therapy
Term
chindrectomy
Definition
surgical excision or removal of the cartilage associated with a joint
Term
chondroplasty
Definition
surgical repair of cartilage
Term
costectomy
Definition
a surgery involving the removal of a rib
Term
craniotomy
Definition
an incision in the skull
Term
cranioplasty
Definition
when one or more bones of the cranium undergo surgical repair
Term
diskectomy
Definition
a surgical fix of a herniated disk
Term
electromyography
Definition
a measurement of the strength of a muscle contraction
Term
fascitomy
Definition
a surgical incision into the connective tissue sheath surrounding a muscle
Term
myoplasty
Definition
surgical repair of a muscle
Term
myorraphy
Definition
suturing the torn ends of a muscle
Term
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
Definition
drugs used for inflammation or pain of muscle or bone tissue
aspirin and ibuprofen
Term
orthotics
Definition
the field of medical support involving the construction and fitting of prosthetics
Term
ostectomy
Definition
a surgical removal or excision of bone tissue
Term
osteoclasis
Definition
purposely breaking a bone to correct or defect an improperly healed fracture
Term
osteopathy
Definition
a medical field that emphasizes the relationship between the musculoskeletal system and overall health with an emphasis on body alignment and nutrition
Term
osteoplasty
Definition
the surgical repair of a bone
Term
podiatry
Definition
the speciality that focuses on foot health
Term
tenomyoplasty
Definition
the surgical repair of both muscle and tendon
Term
tebirrhaphy
Definition
the suturing of a tendon to close a tear
Term
tenotomy
Definition
a procedure which one or more incisions are made into a tendon
Term
vertebroplasty
Definition
a surgical procedure that repairs damaged or diseased vertebrae
Term
anisocytosis
Definition
condition where red blood cells are unequal sizes
Term
bacteremia
Definition
an infection from the presence of bacteria in a sample of blood
Term
erythropenia
Definition
an abnormally reduced number of red blood cells in a sample of blood
Term
hemolysis
Definition
the rupture of the red blood cell membrane
Term
hemorrhage
Definition
the abnormal loss of blood from circulation
Term
leukopenia
Definition
disease where there is an abnormally reduced number of white blood cells in a sample
Term
macrocytosis
Definition
the presence of abnormally large red blood cells in a sample of blood
Term
poikilocytosis
Definition
occurs when 10% or more of red blood cells have irregular shapes
Term
polycyrhemia
Definition
an abnormal increase in the number of red blood cells resulting from a genetic mutation within the cells of the red bone marrow
Term
splenomegaly
Definition
abnormal enlargement of the spleen
Term
thrombopenia
Definition
an abnormally reduced number of platelets in a sample of blood
Term
toxemia
Definition
the presence of toxins in the bloodstream
Term
AIDS
Definition
acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) which disables the immune response by destroying T cells
Term
allergy
Definition
the body's immune response to allergens
Term
anaphylaxis
Definition
an immediate reaction to a foreign substance that includes rapid inflammation, vasodilaiton, bronchospasms, and spasms
Term
anemia
Definition
the reduced ability of red blood cells to deliver oxygen to tissues
Term
anthrax
Definition
a bacterial disease distributed by spores through the air
Term
autoimmune disease
Definition
a disease that is caused by a person's own immune response attacking otherwise healthy tissues
Term
botulism
Definition
a lethal form of food-borne illness
Term
communicable disease
Definition
a disease that is capable of transmission from one person to another
Term
diphtheria
Definition
an infectious disease resulting in acute inflammation of the mucous membranes, primarily in the mouth and throat
Term
dyscrasia
Definition
an abnormal condition of the blood
Term
edema
Definition
the leakage of fluid from the bloodstream into the interstitial space between body cells causing swelling
Term
fungemia
Definition
a fungal infection that spreads throughout the body by way of the bloodstream
Term
hematoma
Definition
commonly known as a bruise
Term
hemoglobinopathy
Definition
a general term for a disease that affects hemoglobin within red blood cells
Term
hemophilia
Definition
an inherited bleeding disorder that results from defective or missing blood-clotting proteins that are necessary components in the coagulation process
Term
hemorragic fever
Definition
an infectious disease that causes internal bleeding or internal hemorrage and high fevers
Term
iatrogenic disease
Definition
a condition that is caused by medical treatment
Term
idiopathic disease
Definition
a disease that develops without a known or apparent cause
Term
immunodeficiency
Definition
a condition resulting from a defective immune response
Term
immunosuppression
Definition
a reduction of an immune response may be cause by disease or use of chemical, pharmacological or immunologic agents
Term
incompatibility
Definition
the combination of two blood types that results in the destruction of red blood cells
Term
infection
Definition
a multiplication of disease-causing microorganisms or pathogens in the body
Term
inflammation
Definition
the physiological process that serves as the body's initial response to injury an many forms of illness involves the swelling of body tissue
Term
influenza
Definition
a viral disease characterized by fever and acute inflammation of the respiratory mucous membranes
commonly known as the flu
Term
leukemia
Definition
a form of cancer that literally means condition of white blood cells
Term
lymphadenitis
Definition
inflammation of the lymph nodes
Term
lymphoma
Definition
the general term for a form of cancer that begins in a type of white blood cell
Term
malaria
Definition
a disease caused by a parasitic protozoan that infects red blood cells and the liver
Term
measles
Definition
an acute viral disease that often begins as a fever, followed by the development of a skin rash
Term
mononucleosis
Definition
a viral disease characterized by enlarged lymph nodes and spleen, atypical lymophocytes, throat pain, pharyngitis, fever, and fatigue
Term
necrosis
Definition
the death of one or more cells or a portion of a tissue or organ
Term
nosocomial infection
Definition
an infectious disease that is contracted during a hospital stay
Term
plague
Definition
any infectious disease that is widespread and causes extensive mortality
Term
rabies
Definition
a viral infection that is spread from the saliva of an infected animal
Term
septicemia
Definition
a systemwide disease caused by the presence of bacteria and their toxins in the circulating blood
Term
smallpox
Definition
a viral disease caused by the variola virus
Term
staphylococcemia
Definition
commonly called a staph infection
the presence of the bacterium staphylococcus in the blood
Term
streptococcemia
Definition
commonly called a strep infection and frequently begins in the throat
Term
tetanus
Definition
a disease caused by a powerful neurotoxin released by the bacterium clostridium tetani
Term
thymoma
Definition
a tumor originating in the thymus gland
Term
antibiotic therapy
Definition
a therapeutic treatment involving the use of a substance with known toxicity to bacteria
Term
anticoagulant
Definition
a chemical agent that delays or prevents the clotting process in blood
Term
antiretroviral therapy
Definition
a pharmacological therapy that is useful in battling a class of viruses that trend to mutate quickly
Term
attenuation
Definition
the process in which pathogens are rendered less virulent or infectious prior to their incorporation into a vaccine preparation
Term
autologous transfusion
Definition
a transfusion of blood donated by a patient for their own personal use
Term
blood chemistry
Definition
a test or series of tests on a sample of plasma to measure the levels of its composition
Term
blood culture
Definition
a clinical test to determine infection in the blood
Term
blood transfusions
Definition
the introduction of blood into a patients circulation to restore blood volume to normal levels
Term
bone marrow transplant
Definition
the removal of a sample from a compatible donor and its inoculation into the donor's red barrow
Term
coagulation time
Definition
a timed blood test to determine the time required for a blood clot to form
Term
complete blood count
Definition
a common lab test that evaluates a sample of blood to provide diagnostic information about a patient's general health
Term
differential count
Definition
a microscopic count of the number of each type of white blood cell in a sample of blood
Term
hematocrit
Definition
a procedure included in a complete blood count that measures the percentage of red blood cells in a volume of blood
Term
hematology
Definition
the general field of medicine focusing on blood-related disease
Term
hemoglobin
Definition
a procedure included in a complete blood count that measures the level of hemoglobin in red blood cells
Term
hemostasis
Definition
the stoppage of bleeding
Term
homologous transfusion
Definition
transfusion of blood that is voluntarily donated by another person
Term
immunization
Definition
a treatment that establishes immunity against a particular foreign substance that may otherwise cause disease
Term
immunology
Definition
the science concerned with immunity and allergy
Term
immunotherapy
Definition
the treatment of infectious disease and certain cancers by the administration of pharmacological agents
Term
lymphadenectomy
Definition
the surgical removal of one or more lymph nodes
Term
platelet count
Definition
a lab procedure that calculates the number of platelets in a known volume of blood
Term
prophylaxis
Definition
any treatment that tends to prevent the onset of an infection or other type of disease
Term
red blood count
Definition
a lab test included in a complete blood count that measures the number of red blood cells within a given volume of blood
Term
splenectomy
Definition
the surgical removal of the spleen
Term
thrombolysis
Definition
a treatment that is performed to dissolve an unwanted blood clot or a thrombus
Term
vaccination
Definition
the inoculation of a foreign substance that has reduced virulence as a means of providing a cure
Term
vaccine
Definition
a preparation that is used to activate an immune response to provide acquired immunity against an infectious agnet
Term
angina pectoris
Definition
the primary symptom of an insufficient supply of oxygen to the heart
Term
angiospasm
Definition
abnormal muscular contractions of the smooth muscles forming the vessel walls
Term
angiostenosis
Definition
the narrowing of a blood vessel reducing the blood flow
Term
arrhythmia
Definition
loss of normal rhythm of he heart
Term
bradycardia
Definition
an abnormally slow heart rate
Term
cardiodynia
Definition
chest pain
Term
cardiogenic
Definition
a sign that originates from a condition of the heart
Term
cyanosis
Definition
blue tinge to the skin and mucous membranes
Term
palpitation
Definition
a symptom of pounding, racing, or skipping of the heartbeat
Term
tachycardia
Definition
an abnormally fast heart rate
Term
syncope
Definition
a temporary loss of consciousness and posture
commonly known as fainting
Term
aneurysm
Definition
an abnormal bulging of an arterial wall
Term
angiocarditis
Definition
inflammation of the heart and blood vessels
Term
angioma
Definition
a term describing a tumor arising from a blood vessel
Term
atriomegaly
Definition
abnormally enlarged or dilated atria
Term
atrioventicular block
Definition
an injury to the atrioventricular node
Term
cardiac arrest
Definition
the cessation of heart activity
Term
cardiac tamponade
Definition
acute compression of the heart due to the accumulation of fluid within the pericardial cavity
Term
cardiomegaly
Definition
the abnormal enlargement of the heart
Term
cardiomyopathy
Definition
a general term for a disease of the myocardium of the heart
Term
cardiovalvulitis
Definition
an inflammation of the valves of the heart
Term
coarctation
Definition
a congenital heart disease affecting the infant's aorta
Term
congestive heart failure
Definition
a chronic form of heart disease characterized by the failure of the left ventricle to pump enough blood to supply systemic tissues
Term
cor pulmonale
Definition
a chronic enlargement of the right ventricle resulting from congestion of the pulmonary circulation
Term
coronary artery disease
Definition
a general term for a disease that affects the coronary arteries
Term
coronary occlusion
Definition
a blockage within a coronary artery resulting in a reduced blood flow to an area of the heart muscle
Term
embolism
Definition
a blockage that forms when a blood clot or other foreign particle moves through the circulation
Term
endocarditis
Definition
inflammation of the endocardium
Term
fibrillation
Definition
a condition of uncoordinated, rapid contractions of the muscle forming the ventricles
Term
heart block
Definition
a block or delay of the normal electrical conduction of the heart
Term
heart murmur
Definition
an abnormal sound heard during auscultation
Term
hemorrhoids
Definition
the presence of dilated veins in the anal region
Term
hypertension
Definition
persistently high blood pressure
Term
hypotension
Definition
a condition of abnormally low blood pressure
Term
ischemia
Definition
abnormally low flow of blood to the tissues
Term
myocardial infarction
Definition
commonly called a heart attack
death of a portion of the myocardium
Term
myocarditis
Definition
inflammation of the myocardium of the heart
Term
patent ductus arteriosus
Definition
a congenital condition characterized by an opening between the pulmonary artery and the aorta a t birth due to a failure of the fetal vessel
Term
pericarditis
Definition
inflammation of the pericardium
Term
phlebitos
Definition
inflammation of the vein
Term
polyarteritis
Definition
simultaneous inflammation of many arteries
Term
septicemia
Definition
a bacterial infection of the bloodstream
Term
tetralogy of Fallot
Definition
a severe congenital disease in which four defects associated with the heart are present at birth
Term
thrombosis
Definition
the presence of stationary blood clots within one or more blood vessels
Term
varicosis
Definition
an abnormally dilated vein
results when valves within a superficial vein of the leg or elsewhere fail, allowing blood to pool in response to gravitational forces
Term
ventricular septal defect
Definition
a congenital disease in which an opening in the septum separating the right and left ventricles is present at birth
Term
angiography
Definition
a diagnostic procedure that includes x-ray photography, MRI or CT scan images of a blood vessel after injection of a contrast medium
Term
angioplasty
Definition
the surgical repair of a blood vessel
Term
angioscopy
Definition
the use of a flexible fiber-optic instrument to observe a diseased blood vessel
Term
angiostomy
Definition
the surgical procedure that involves the creation of an opening into a blood vessel
Term
angiotomy
Definition
the surgical incision into a blood vessel
Term
aortography
Definition
a procedure that obtains an x-ray image, MRI or CT scan of the aorta
Term
arteriography
Definition
a procedure that obtains an image of an artery
Term
arteriotomy
Definition
an incision into an artery
Term
ausculation
Definition
a part of a physical examination that involves listening to internal sounds using a stethoscope
Term
cardiac cathertization
Definition
insertion of a narrow flexible tube through a blood vessel leading into the hart
Term
cardiac pacemaker
Definition
a battery powered device that is implanted under the skin and wired to the inner all of the heart to help control abnormal heart rhythms
Term
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Definition
CPR
an emergency procedure that is used to maintain some blood flow to vital organs until the heart can be restarted
Term
coronary artery bypass graft
Definition
a surgical procedure that involves removing a blood vessel from another part of the body ad inserting it into the coronary circulation
Term
coronary stent
Definition
an artificial metallic scaffold that is used to support and injured blood vessel, compress an atherosclerotic plaque, or anchor a surgical implant or graft
Term
defibrillation
Definition
an electronic charge applied to the chest wall to stop heart conduction system momentarily then restart it with a more normal heart rhythm
Term
Doppler sonography
Definition
an ultrasound procedure that evaluates blood flow through a blood vessel
Term
echocardiography
Definition
an ultrasound procedure that directs sound waves through the heart to observe heart structures in and effort to evaluate heart function
Term
electrocardiography
Definition
electrodes are placed to the skin of the chest to detect and record the electrical events of the heart conduction system
Term
embolectomy
Definition
the surgical removal of a floating blood clot
Term
endarterectomy
Definition
the removal of the inner lining of an artery to remove a fatty plaque
Term
Holter monitor
Definition
a portable electrocardiograph
Term
nitroglycerin
Definition
a drug that is commonly used as an emergency vasodilator as treatment for sever angina pectoris or myocardial infarction
Term
phlebectomy
Definition
a procedure involving the surgical removal of a vein
Term
phlebotomy
Definition
a puncture into a vein to remove blood fro sampling or donation
Term
positron emission tomography scan
Definition
PET scan
a noninvasive procedure that provides blood flow images
Term
sphygmomanometry
Definition
a common procedure that measures arterial blood pressure
Term
thrombolytic therapy
Definition
treatments to dissolve unwanted blood clots
Term
treadmill stress test
Definition
if a heart condition is suspected a patient sometimes undergoes exercise during echocardiography or electrocardiography or both in an effort to examine heart function under sterss
Term
anoxia
Definition
the absence of oxygen
Term
aphonia
Definition
the absence of voice
Term
apnea
Definition
without breath
Term
bradypnea
Definition
slow breathing
Term
bronchospasm
Definition
a narrowing of the airway caused by the contraction of smooth muscles in the walls of tiny tubes within the lungs
Term
Cheyne-Stokes respiration
Definition
a repeated pattern of distressed breathing marked by a gradual increase of deep breathing followed by shallow breathing and apnea
Term
dysphonia
Definition
hoarse voice
Term
dyspnea
Definition
difficult breathing usually caused by respiratory disease or cardiac disorder
Term
eupnea
Definition
normal breathing
Term
epistaxis
Definition
a nosebleed
Term
hemoptysis
Definition
the symptom of coughing up and spitting out blood
Term
hemothorax
Definition
the pooling of blood within the pleural cavity surrounding the lungs
Term
hypercapnia
Definition
excessive levels of carbon dioxide in the blood
Term
hypocapnia
Definition
deficient levels of carbon dioxide in the blood
Term
hyperpnea
Definition
abnormally deep breathing or abnormally high rate of breathing
Term
hyperventilation
Definition
abnormally rapid breathing
Term
hypopnea
Definition
abnormally shallow breathing
Term
hypoventilation
Definition
a reduced breathing rhythm that fails to meed the body's gas exchange demands
Term
hypoexima
Definition
abnormally low levels in the blood as a sign of respiratory deficiency
Term
hypoxia
Definition
abnormally low levels of oxygen throughout the body
Term
laryngospasm
Definition
the closure of the glottis, the opening into the larynx, due to muscular contractions of the throat
Term
orthopnea
Definition
the limited ability to breathe when lying down that becomes relieved when sitting upright
Term
paroxysm
Definition
a sudden onset of symptomatic sharp pain
Term
sputum
Definition
matter coughed out form the lungs
Term
tachypnea
Definition
rapid breathing
Term
thoracalgia
Definition
a symptom of pain in the chest region
Term
asphyxia
Definition
suffocation
Term
asthma
Definition
a condition of the lungs that is characterized by widespread narrowing of the bronchioles and formation of mucous plugs
Term
atelectasis
Definition
when trauma or disease disables the protective mechanism of the lungs and causes the alveoli to collapse
Term
bronchiectasis
Definition
chronic. abnormal dilation of the bronchi
Term
bronchitis
Definition
inflammation of the bronchi
Term
bronchiolitis
Definition
when the bronchioles undergo inflammation
Term
bronchogenic carcinoma
Definition
an aggressive form of cancer arising from the cells within the bronchi
Term
bronchopneumonia
Definition
an acute inflammatory disease involving the bronchioles and the alveoli
Term
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Definition
COPD
a reduced flow of air to and from the alveoli in the lungs
when both bronchitis and emphysema appear simultaneously
Term
coccidioidomycosis
Definition
a fungal infection of the upper respiratory tract which often spreads to the lungs and other organs
also called valley fever
Term
coryza
Definition
the common cold
Term
croup
Definition
a viral infectious disease that is relatively common among infants and young children
produces a hoarse cough with a sound resembling the bark of a dog
also called laryngotracheobronchitis
Term
cystic fibrosis
Definition
a sever hereditary disease that is characterized by excess mucous production in the respiratory tract, digestive tract, and elsewhere
Term
emphysema
Definition
a chronic lung disease characterized by the symptoms of dyspnea. a chronic cough, formation of a barrel chest due to labored breathing, and a gradual deterioration caused by chronic hypoxemia and hypercapnia
Term
epiglottitis
Definition
inflammation of the epiglottis
Term
laryngitis
Definition
inflammaiton of the larynx
Term
legionellosis
Definition
a form of pneumonia caused by the bacterium legionella pnemophila
Term
nasopharyngitis
Definition
inflammation of the nose and pharynx
Term
pertussis
Definition
commonly known as whooping cough
an acute infectious disease characterized by inflammation of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi that produces spasmodic coughing
Term
pharyngitis
Definition
inflammation of the pharynx
Term
pleural effusion
Definition
a disease where fluid leaks into the pleural cavity
Term
pleuritis
Definition
inflammation of the pleural membranes
Term
pneumoconiosis
Definition
inflammation of the lungs caused by the chronic inhalation of fine particles
Term
pneumonia
Definition
inflammation of soft lung tissue that results in the formation of an exudate (fluid) within alveoli
Term
pneumonitis
Definition
an inflammatory condition of the lungs that is independent of a particular cause
Term
pneumothorax
Definition
the abnormal presence of air or gas within the pleural cavity
Term
pulmonary edema
Definition
the accumulation of fluid within the lungs as a response to infection or injury
Term
pulmonary embolism
Definition
the blockage in the pulmonary circulation by a blood clot
Term
embolus
Definition
a blood clot that moves along with the bloodstream
Term
pyothorax
Definition
the presence of pus in the pleural cavity
Term
rhinitis
Definition
inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the nasal cavity
Term
severe acute respiratory syndrome
Definition
a severe rapid onset viral infection resulting in respiratory distress that includes acute lung inflammation, alveolar damage, and atelectasis
Term
sinusitis
Definition
inflammation of the mucous membranes
Term
tonsillitis
Definition
inflammation of one or more tonsils
Term
tracheitis
Definition
inflammation of the trachea
Term
thracheostenosis
Definition
narrowing of the trachea
Term
tuberculosis
Definition
infection of the lungs by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Term
upper respiratory infection
Definition
a generalized infection of the upper respiratory tract
Term
acid-fast bacilli smear
Definition
a clinical test performed on sputum to identify the presence of bacteria that react to acid
Term
adenoidectomy
Definition
the surgical removal of a pharyngeal tonsil
Term
antihistamine
Definition
a therapeutic drug that inhibits the effects of histamines
Term
arterial blood gases
Definition
a clinical test on arterial blood to identify the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide
Term
aspiration
Definition
the removal of fluid, air, or foreign bodies with suction
Term
auscultation
Definition
a procedure that involves listening to sounds within the body as part of a physical examination
Term
bronchodilation
Definition
a procedure that uses a bronchodilating agent to relax the smooth muscles of the airways in an effort to stop bronchial constriction
Term
bronchography
Definition
the x-ray imaging of the bronchi
Term
bronchoscopy
Definition
the evaluation of the bronchi using a flexible fiber-optic tube
Term
chest CT scan
Definition
diagnostic imaging of the chest by a computed tomography instrument
Term
chest x-ray
Definition
an x-ray image of the thoracic cavity
Term
CPAP
Definition
Continuous positive airway pressure
a device that is commonly used to regulate breathing during sleep as a treatment for sleep apnea
Term
endotracheal
Definition
pertaining to within the trachea
Term
expectorant
Definition
a drug that breaks up mucus and promotes the coughing reflex to expel the mucous
Term
incentive spirometry
Definition
a postoperative breathing therapy
Term
inhaler
Definition
a small handheld device containing a prescription medication that delivers a specific dosage of aerosolized medicine
Term
laryngecotomy
Definition
surgical removal of the larynx
Term
laryngoscopy
Definition
visual examination of the larynx
Term
laryngotracheotomy
Definition
a surgical incision into the larynx and trachea
Term
lobectomy
Definition
surgical removal of a single lobe of a lung
Term
mechanical ventilaiton
Definition
a medical treatment to provide supplemental oxygen to patients in respiratory distress
Term
nebulizer
Definition
a device used to convert a liquid medication to a mist and deliver it to the lungs with he aid of deep inhalation
Term
oximetry
Definition
the measurement of oxygen in the blood
Term
pleurocentesis
Definition
the surgical puncture and aspiration of fluid from the pleural cavity
Term
pneumonectomy
Definition
surgical removal of a lung
Term
pulmonary angiography
Definition
a diagnostic procedure that evaluates the blood circulation of the lungs
Term
pulmonary function tests
Definition
a series of diagnostic tests performed to determine the cause of lung disease by evaluating lung capacity
Term
pulmonologist
Definition
a physician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the lower respiratory tract
Term
resucitation
Definition
an emergency procedure that is used to restore breathing
Term
rhinoplasty
Definition
the surgical repair of the nose
Term
TB skin test
Definition
a simple skin test to determine the presence of a tuberculosis infection
Term
thoracentesis
Definition
surgical puncture using a needle and syringe into the thoracic cavity to aspirate pleural fluid for diagnosis or treatment
Term
thoracostomy
Definition
surgical puncture into the chest cavity
Term
thoracotomy
Definition
surgical incision into the chest wall
Term
tracheostomy
Definition
surgical creation of an opening into the trachea
Term
tracheotomy
Definition
surgical incision into the treachea
Term
ventilation-perfusion scanning
Definition
a diagnostic tool that uses nuclear medicine to evaluate pulmonary function
Term
aphagia
Definition
the inability to swallow
Term
ascites
Definition
the accumulation of fluid within the peritoneal cavity that produces an enlarged abdomen
Term
constipaiton
Definition
infrequent or incomplete bowl movements
Term
diarrhea
Definition
a frequent discharge of watery fecal material
Term
dyspepsia
Definition
condition of difficult digestion
Term
dysphagia
Definition
difficulty swallowing
Term
flatus
Definition
flatulence
Term
gastrodynia
Definition
the symptom of stomach pain
Term
halitosis
Definition
bad breath
Term
hematemesis
Definition
vomiting blood
Term
hepatomegaly
Definition
the abnormal enlargement of the liver
Term
jaundice
Definition
a yellowish-orange coloration of the skin
Term
nausea
Definition
a symptom of dizziness that includes an urge to vomit
Term
reflux
Definition
a backward flow of material in the GI tract
Term
steatorrhea
Definition
abnormal levels of fat in the feces
Term
anorexia nervosa
Definition
an emotional eating disorder in which the patient avoids food because of a compulsion to become thin
Term
appendicitis
Definition
inflammation of the appendix
Term
bulimia
Definition
a common eating disorder involving repeated gorging with food followed by induced vomiting or laxative abuse
Term
cheilitis
Definition
inflammation of the lip
Term
cholecystitis
Definition
inflammation of the gallbladder
Term
choledochitis
Definition
inflammation of the common bile duct
Term
choledocholithiasis
Definition
stones within the common bile duct
Term
cholelithiasis
Definition
a generalized condition of stones lodged within the gallbladder or bile ducts
Term
cirrhosis
Definition
a chronic progressive liver disease characterized by the gradual loss of liver cells and their replacement by fat and other forms of connective tissue
Term
cleft palate
Definition
a congenital defect in which the bones supporting the hard palate fail to fuse during fetal development, leaving a space between the oral cavity and nasal cavity
Term
cleft lip
Definition
an opening in the upper lip
Term
colitis
Definition
inflammation of the segment of the large intestine known as the colon
Term
colorectal cancer
Definition
cancer of the colon often includes cancer of the rectum
Term
Chron disease
Definition
a chronic inflammation of any part of the GI tact
Term
duodenal ulcer
Definition
an ulcer or erosion in the wall of the duodenum of the small intestine
Term
dysentery
Definition
an acute inflammation of the GI tract that is caused by bacteria, protozoa, or chemical irritants
Term
enteritis
Definition
the inflammation of the small of large intestine
Term
esophagitis
Definition
inflammation of the esophagus
Term
esophagomalacia
Definition
softening of the esophageal wall
Term
food-borne illness
Definition
food poisoning
Term
gastrectasis
Definition
abnormal stretching or dilation of the stomach
Term
gastromegaly
Definition
the abnormal enlargement of the stomach
Term
gastric cancer
Definition
stomach cancer
aggressive cancer arising from cells lining the stomach
Term
gastric ulcer
Definition
an ulcer or erosion in the wall of the stomach
Term
gastritis
Definition
inflammation of the stomach
Term
gastroenteritis
Definition
inflammation of the stomach and small intestine
Term
gastroenterocolitis
Definition
inflammation of the stomach, small intestine, and colon all at once
Term
gastroesophageal
Definition
a recurring reflux or stomach contents into the esophagus
Term
gastromalacia
Definition
the softening of the stomach
Term
giardiasis
Definition
infection from the intestinal protozoa Giardia intestinalis of Giardia lambila
Term
gingivitis
Definition
inflammation of the gums
Term
glossitis
Definition
inflammation of the tongue
Term
hemorrhoids
Definition
a swollen condition of the veins in the anus producing painful swellings that may break open and bleed
Term
hepatoma
Definition
a tumor arising from cells within the liver
Term
hernia
Definition
an abnormal protrusion through a body wall
Term
intusussusception
Definition
infolding of a segment of the small intestine within another segment
Term
irritable bowel syndrome
Definition
a chronic disease characterized by periodic disturbances of large intestinal function without clear physical damage
Term
lactose intolerance
Definition
a lack of the enzyme that breaks down lactose
Term
malabsorption syndrome
Definition
a disorder that is characterized by absorbing one or more nutrients
Term
celiac disease
Definition
the inability to absorb gluten
Term
pancreatitis
Definition
inflammation of the pancreas
Term
parotitis
Definition
inflammation of one or both parotid glands
if caused by a virus its called mumps
Term
peptic ulcer
Definition
an erosion into the inner wall of an organ along the GI tract
Term
peritonitis
Definition
inflammation of the peritoneum
Term
polyposis
Definition
the presence of many polyps
Term
polyp
Definition
any abnormal mass of tissue that projects inward form the wall of a hollow organ
Term
proctitis
Definition
inflammation of the anus, and usually in the rectum as well
Term
proctoptosis
Definition
a drooping or prolapse of the rectum
Term
volvulus
Definition
a sever twisting of the intestine that leads to obstruction
Term
abdominocentesis
Definition
a surgical puncture through the abdominal wall to remove fluid
Term
antacid
Definition
an agent that reduces the acidity of the stomach cavity
Term
antiemetic
Definition
a drug that prevents or stops the vomiting reflex
Term
antipasomodic
Definition
a drug that reduces peristalsis activity in the GI tact which arrests the muscular spasms involved in diarrhea
Term
appendectomy
Definition
the surgical removal of the appendix
Term
bariatric surgery
Definition
reducing the volume of the stomach
Term
cathartic
Definition
an agent that stimulates strong waves of peristalsis of the colon
Term
aheilorrhaphy
Definition
the procedure of suturing a lip
Term
cholecystectomy
Definition
the surgical removal of the gallbladder
Term
cholecystogram
Definition
producing an x-ray image of the gallbladder
Term
choledocholithotomy
Definition
the surgical removal of one or more obstructive gallstones form the common bile duct
Term
colonoscopy
Definition
a visual inspection of the colon's interior
Term
colectomy
Definition
surgical removal of a segment of the colon
Term
colostomy
Definition
surgical creation of an opening in the colon
Term
fecal occult blood test
Definition
a lab test to detect blood in the feces
Term
gastrectomy
Definition
surgical removal of part of the stomach
Term
gastric lavage
Definition
a cleansing procedure in which the stomach is irrigated with a solution
Term
gavage
Definition
the process of feeding a patient through a tube inserted into the nose that extends through the esophagus to enter the stomach
Term
GI endoscopy
Definition
visual examination of the interior of the GI tract organs
Term
gingivectomy
Definition
surgical removal of diseased tissue in the gums
Term
glossorrhaphy
Definition
closing a wound in the tongue with sutures
Term
hemorrhoidectomy
Definition
surgical removal of hemorrhoids
Term
herniorrhaphy
Definition
suturing a hernia
Term
ileostomy
Definition
a surgical creation of an opening through the abdominal wall and into the ileum of the small intestine
Term
laparotomy
Definition
the surgical procedure that involved an incision through the abdominal wall, often from the base of the sternum to the pubic bone
Term
polypectomy
Definition
the surgical removal of polyps
Term
pyloroplasty
Definition
surgical repair of the pylorus region of the stomach
Term
stool culture and sensitivity
Definition
a test to identify the microorganisms in stool to determine which antibiotics will effectively kill them
Term
vagotomy
Definition
the surgical dissection of branches of the vagus nerve
Term
abdomin/o
Definition
abdomen
Term
abras/o
Definition
to rub away
Term
actin/o
Definition
radiation
Term
aden/o
Definition
gland
Term
albin/o
Definition
white
Term
alveol/o
Definition
air sac
alveolus
Term
an/o
Definition
anus
Term
angi/o
Definition
blood vessel
Term
ankyl/o
Definition
crooked
Term
aort/o
Definition
aorta
Term
append/o
Definition
appendix
Term
appendic/o
Definition
appendix
Term
arter/o
Definition
artery
Term
arteri/o
Definition
artery
Term
arthr/o
Definition
joint
Term
articul/o
Definition
joint
Term
atel/o
Definition
incomplete
Term
atri/o
Definition
atrium
Term
aut/o
Definition
self
Term
bacteri/o
Definition
bacteria
Term
bi/o
Definition
life
Term
bil/i
Definition
bile
Term
blast/o
Definition
germ
bud
developing cell
Term
botul/o
Definition
sausage
Term
bronch/i
Definition
airway
Term
bronch/o
Definition
airway
Term
burs/o
Definition
purse or sac
bursa
Term
carcin/o
Definition
cancer
Term
cardi/o
Definition
heart
Term
carp/o
Definition
wrist
Term
cec/o
Definition
blind intestine
cecum
Term
cellul/o
Definition
little cell
Term
cephal/o
Definition
head
Term
cerebr/o
Definition
brain
cerebrum
Term
cheil/o
Definition
lip
Term
chol/e
Definition
bile
gall
Term
cholecyst/o
Definition
gallbladder
Term
choledoch/o
Definition
common bile duct
Term
chondr/o
Definition
gristle
cartilage
Term
chym/o
Definition
juice
Term
cirrh/o
Definition
orange
Term
coccidioid/o
Definition
coccidioides immitis
Term
col/o
Definition
colon
Term
colon/o
Definition
colon
Term
condyl/o
Definition
knuckle of a joint
Term
coni/o
Definition
dust
Term
chron/o
Definition
crown or circle
heart
Term
cost/o
Definition
rib
Term
cost/o
Definition
rib
Term
cran/o
Definition
skull
cranium
Term
crani/o
Definition
skull
cranium
Term
crypt/o
Definition
hidden
Term
cutane/o
Definition
skin
Term
cyan/o
Definition
blue
Term
cyst/o
Definition
cell
Term
dent/o
Definition
teeth
Term
derm/o
Definition
skin
Term
dermat/o
Definition
skin
Term
dilat/o
Definition
to widen
Term
duoden/o
Definition
twelve
duodenum
Term
ech/o
Definition
sound
Term
electr/o
Definition
electricity
Term
embol/o
Definition
plug
Term
encephal/o
Definition
brain
Term
enter/o
Definition
small intestine
Term
erythr/o
Definition
red
Term
esophag/o
Definition
gullet
esophagus
Term
esophagi/e
Definition
gullet
esophagus
Term
faci/o
Definition
facia
Term
fec/o
Definition
feces
Term
femor/o
Definition
thigh
femur
Term
fibr/o
Definition
fiber
Term
fibul/o
Definition
fubula
Term
flux/o
Definition
flow
Term
follicul/o
Definition
little follicle
Term
fung/o
Definition
fungus
Term
gastr/o
Definition
stomach
Term
gingiv/o
Definition
gums
Term
globin/o
Definition
protein
Term
gloss/o
Definition
tongue
Term
glott/o
Definition
opening into the windpipe
Term
halit/o
Definition
breath
Term
hem/o
Definition
blood
Term
hemat/o
Definition
blood
Term
hepat/o
Definition
liver
Term
hidr/o
Definition
sweat
Term
hydr/o
Definition
water
Term
hyster/o
Definition
uterus
Term
iatr/o
Definition
physician
Term
idi/o
Definition
individual
Term
ile/o
Definition
to roll
ileum
Term
ili/o
Definition
flank
hip
groin
ilium of the pelvis
Term
immun/o
Definition
exempt
immune
Term
ischi/o
Definition
haunch
hip joint
ischium
Term
jejun/o
Definition
empty
jejunum
Term
kerat/o
Definition
hard
Term
kinesi/o
Definition
motion
Term
kyph/o
Definition
hump
Term
lamin/o
Definition
thin
lamina
Term
laryng/o
Definition
voice box
larynx
Term
leuk/o
Definition
white
Term
lingu/o
Definition
tongue
Term
lip/o
Definition
fat
Term
lith/o
Definition
stone
Term
lob/o
Definition
a rounded part
lobe
Term
lord/o
Definition
bent forward
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lymph/o
Definition
clear water or fluid
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mamm/o
Definition
breast
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man/o
Definition
thin
scanty
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mast/o
Definition
breast
Term
melan/o
Definition
black
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mening/o
Definition
membrane
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menisc/o
Definition
meniscus
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ment/o
Definition
mind
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muc/o
Definition
mucus
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muscul/o
Definition
muscle
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my/o
Definition
muscle
Term
myc/o
Definition
fungus
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myel/o
Definition
bone marrow
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myos/o
Definition
muscle
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nas/o
Definition
nose
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nat/o
Definition
birth
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nect/o
Definition
death
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neur/o
Definition
nerve
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nosocom/o
Definition
hospital
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nucle/o
Definition
kernel
nucleus
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ocul/o
Definition
eye
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onych/o
Definition
nail
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or/o
Definition
mouth
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orex/o
Definition
appetite
Term
orth/o
Definition
straight
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ost/o
Definition
bone
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oste/o
Definition
bone
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ot/o
Definition
ear
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ox/i
Definition
oxygen
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pancreat/o
Definition
sweetbread
pancreas
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pariet/o
Definition
wall
Term
patell/o
Definition
patella
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path/o
Definition
disease
Term
pect/o
Definition
chest
Term
pector/o
Definition
chest
Term
ped/o
Definition
child
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peps/o
Definition
digestion
Term
pept/o
Definition
digestion
Term
petr/o
Definition
stone
Term
phag/o
Definition
eat
swallow
Term
phalang/o
Definition
phalanges
Term
pharyng/o
Definition
throat
pharynx
Term
phleb/o
Definition
vein
Term
phragm/o
Definition
partition
Term
phragmat/o
Definition
partition
Term
phys/o
Definition
growth
Term
pleur/o
Definition
pleura
rib
Term
pneum/o
Definition
air
lung
Term
pneumon/o
Definition
air
lung
Term
pod/o
Definition
foot
Term
podicul/o
Definition
body louse
Term
poikil/o
Definition
irregular
Term
pro/o
Definition
hole
Term
proct/o
Definition
rectum or anus
Term
psych/o
Definition
mind
Term
pub/o
Definition
pubic
Term
pulmon/o
Definition
lung
Term
py/o
Definition
pus
Term
pylor/o
Definition
pylorus
Term
radi/o
Definition
radius
Term
rect/o
Definition
rectum
Term
rhin/o
Definition
nose
Term
rhythm/o
Definition
rhythm
Term
rhytid/o
Definition
wrinkle
Term
rrhythm/o
Definition
rhythm
Term
sacr/o
Definition
sacred
sacrum
Term
sasrc/o
Definition
flesh
meat
Term
scler/o
Definition
hard
Term
scoli/o
Definition
curved
Term
seat/o
Definition
fat
Term
seb/o
Definition
sebum
oil
Term
sept/o
Definition
putrefying
Term
sial/o
Definition
saliva
Term
sigm/o
Definition
the letter s
sigmoid colon
Term
sinus/o
Definition
cavity
Term
skelet/o
Definition
skeleton
Term
son/o
Definition
sound
Term
sphygm/o
Definition
pulse
Term
sphyx/o
Definition
pulse
Term
spir/o
Definition
breathe
Term
splen/o
Definition
spleen
Term
spondyl/o
Definition
vertebra
Term
staphylococc/o
Definition
staphylococcus
Term
sten/o
Definition
narrow
Term
stern/o
Definition
chest
sternum
Term
stomat/o
Definition
mouth
Term
streptococc/o
Definition
streptococcus
Term
synov/o
Definition
synovial
Term
synovi/o
Definition
synovial
Term
tars/o
Definition
tarsal bone
Term
tax/o
Definition
reaction to a stimulus
Term
ten/o
Definition
stretch
tendon
Term
tendon/o
Definition
stretch
tendon
Term
tens/o
Definition
pressure
Term
thorac/o
Definition
chest
thorax
Term
thromb/o
Definition
clot
Term
thym/o
Definition
wartlike
thymus gland
Term
tonsull/o
Definition
tonsil
almond
Term
tox/o
Definition
poison
Term
trache/o
Definition
trachea
Term
trich/o
Definition
hair
Term
troph/o
Definition
development
Term
tubercul/o
Definition
little swelling
Term
valvul/o
Definition
lille valve
Term
vag/o
Definition
vagus nerve
Term
vas/o
Definition
vessel
Term
vascul/o
Definition
little vessel
Term
ven/o
Definition
vein
Term
ventricul/o
Definition
little belly
ventricle
Term
vertebr/o
Definition
vertebra
Term
volv/o
Definition
to roll
Term
xer/o
Definition
dry
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