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| Acute Renal Failure - A sudden loss in kidney function. |
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| Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia - A non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. |
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| Catheterization - The insertion of a catheter, a thin flexible tube, into the bladder to drain urine. |
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| Chronic Kidney Disease - Along term condition characterized by the gradual loss of kidney function over time. |
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| Cystoscopy - A diagnostic procedure in which thin, flexible scope is inserted through the urethra to examine the bladder and urethra for abnormalities. |
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| Digital Rectal Examination - A manual exam where a healthcare provider inserts a finger into the rectum to check for abnormalities in the prostate gland or rectal area. |
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| End-stage Renal Disease - The final stage of chronic kidney disease, where the kidneys can no longer support the body's needs. |
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| Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy - A non-invasive procedure that uses shock waves to break up kidney stones into smaller pieces. |
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| Polycystic Kidney Disease - A genetic disorder characterized by the development of fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys. |
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| Transurethral Resection of the Prostate - A surgical procedure to remove part of the prostate gland through the urethra to relieve symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate. |
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| Urinary Tract Infection - An infection affecting any part of the urinary system. (bladder, urethra, or kidneys) |
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| A rare genetic condition affecting the kidneys' ability to reabsorb sodium. |
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| A cup-shaped structure in the nephron of the kidney that surrounds the glomerulus and collects the filtrate from blood plasma. |
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| The U-shaped portion of the nephron, crucial for concentrating urine by creating a gradient in the kidney's medulla. |
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| Body Mass Index - measurement of fat based on height and weight. |
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| Esophagogastroduodenoscopy - A diagnostic procedure in which a flexible endoscope is used to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. |
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| Failure To Thrive - A condition in infants or children characterized by insufficient weight gain or growth. |
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| Gastroesophageal Reflus Disease - A chronic condition in which stomach acid or bile flows back into the esophagus. |
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| Gastrointestinal - Referring to the digestive system. (stomach, intestines, and associated organs) |
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| Inguinal Hernia - A condition in which portion of the intestine or abdominal tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the inguinal canal. |
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| Inflammatory Bowel Disease - A group of chronic inflammatory conditions affecting the gatrointestinal tract. |
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| Irritable Bowel Syndrome - A common functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, altered bowel habits (constipation or diarrhea or both) |
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| Nasogastric Tube - A tube inserted through the nose into the stomach, used for feeding, administering medications, or draining stomach contents. |
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| Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease - A condition characterized by excess fat accumulation in the liver not caused by alcohol consumption. |
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| Peptic Ulcer Disease - A condition characterized by open sores or ulcers in the lining of the stomach or duodenum. |
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| Parenteral Nutrition - A method of providing nutrition intravenously, bypassing the digestive tract. |
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| Ulcerative Colitis - A form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes chronic inflammation and ulcers in the colon and rectum. |
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| Glands in the duodenum that secrete alkaline mucus to protect the intestine lining. |
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| A chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract. |
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| A hereditary liver disorder resulting in mildly elevated bilirubin levels. |
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| A complex surgical procedure that involves removing the head of the pancreas, parts of the small intestine, the gall bladder, and the bile duct. |
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