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What does arterionecrosis refer to?
What is the meaning of arteriosclerosis?
Abnormal hardening of the walls of an artery or arteries
What is the definition of a fistula?
An abnormal passage, usually between two internal organs or leading from an organ to the surface of the body
What does the term lesion refer to?
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Define fissure.
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What is pyrosis?
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What does mycosis describe?
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What is myelitis?
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Define myolysis.
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What does '-rrhage' indicate?
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What does '-rrhaphy' mean?
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Define dorsal.
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What does ventral refer to?
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What is the meaning of '-rrhexis'?
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Define mesentery.
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What is the peritoneum?
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Define aplasia.
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What does hyperplasia refer to?
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What is hypoplasia?
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What is Down's syndrome?
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Define hemophilia.
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What is Huntington's disease?
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Define superior.
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What does lateral mean?
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What is arthroscopic surgery?
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Define arthrodesis.
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What does arthrolysis mean?
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What is kyphosis?
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Define lordosis.
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What does scoliosis refer to?
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What is the acetabulum?
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Define allogenic.
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What does autologous mean?
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What is lumbago?
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What does singutus refer to?
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What is spasmodic torticollis?
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Define paraplegia.
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What does quadriplegia mean?
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What is atonic?
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Define ataxia.
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What does myorrhaphy refer to?
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What is myoclonus?
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Define sphincter.
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What does oblique mean?
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What is an atherectomy?
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What does carotid endarterectomy refer to?
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Define bradycardia.
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What does tachycardia mean?
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What is myelodysplastic syndrome?
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Define leukemia.
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What is hematopenia?
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What does leukopenia refer to?
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What is thrombocytosis?
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Define paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia.
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What is ventricular fibrillation?
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What does aneurysm refer to?
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Define lymphangioma.
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What does lymphoma refer to?
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What is osteosarcoma?
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Define splenorrhagia.
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What does splenomegaly refer to?
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What is metastasize?
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Define Rickettsia.
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What are Spirochetes?
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Define Staphylococci.
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What is an immunosuppressant?
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What does a pulmonologist specialize in?
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Define apnea.
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What is Cheyne-Stokes respiration?
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Define dyspnea.
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What is empyema?
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What does pleural effusion refer to?
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Define tracheostomy.
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Study Notes
Cardiovascular and Vascular Terminology
- Arterionecrosis: Tissue death affecting one or more arteries.
- Arteriosclerosis: Abnormal hardening of artery walls, leading to reduced blood flow and increased blood pressure.
- Aneurysm: Weak spot or balloon-like enlargement in an artery wall, which can lead to rupture.
Gastrointestinal and Fungal Terminology
- Pyrosis: Burning sensation from acidic stomach contents refluxing into the esophagus.
- Mycosis: Term for diseases caused by fungi, impacting various body tissues.
- Lesion: Pathological tissue change resulting from disease or injury.
Surgical Procedures and Conditions
- -rrhage: Indicates excessive bleeding or fluid discharge.
- -rrhaphy: Refers to surgical suturing.
- Arthroscopy: Minimally invasive surgical procedure for joint treatment.
- Arthrodesis: Surgical fusion of bones to stabilize a joint.
Movements and Functions
- Atonic: Refers to a lack of normal muscle tone.
- Ataxia: Characterized by lack of coordination during voluntary movements.
- Spasmotic Torticollis: Stiff neck caused by muscle contractions pulling the head to one side.
Neurological and Genetic Disorders
- Huntington's Disease: Genetic disorder leading to midlife nerve degeneration.
- Down's Syndrome: Genetic condition marked by characteristic facial features and learning disabilities.
- Myelitis: Inflammation of the spinal cord affecting motor function.
Blood and Cancer Terminology
- Hemophilia: Group of hereditary disorders resulting in a deficiency of clotting factors.
- Leukemia: Cancer type marked by increased abnormal white blood cells.
- Thrombocytosis: Elevated platelet count in the blood, potentially leading to clotting issues.
Respiratory Terminology
- Apnea: Temporary cessation of breathing.
- Cheyne-Stokes Respiration: Alternating pattern of rapid and shallow breathing followed by periods of apnea.
- Pleural Effusion: Excess fluid in the pleural space, leading to respiratory difficulties.
Anatomical Terms
- Dorsal: Pertaining to the back or upper surface of the body.
- Ventral: Pertaining to the front or belly side of the body.
- Superior: Direction toward the head or upper part of the body.
- Lateral: Refers to being closer to the sides of the body.
Musculoskeletal Terms
- Kyphosis: Increased outward curvature of the thoracic spine.
- Lordosis: Increased inward curvature of the lumbar spine.
- Scoliosis: Abnormal lateral curvature of the spine.
Miscellaneous Conditions
- Empyema: Presence of pus in a body cavity.
- Splenomegaly: Enlargement of the spleen, often indicating underlying disease.
- Rickettsia: Bacteria transmitted by parasites like lice and ticks.
Immune System and Infectious Disease
- Immunosuppressant: Substance that reduces immune response.
- Spirochetes: Spiral-shaped bacteria capable of movement, associated with certain infections.
Pulmonology Terms
- Pulmonologist: Physician specializing in respiratory diseases.
- Tracheostomy: Surgical creation of an opening in the trachea for airway access.
- Bronchioles: Airways that lead from bronchi to alveoli, essential for gas exchange.
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