Terminology (Med. Dictionary) :: Page - 4441

Hypoblast

May-28-24

The hypoblast (hypoblastus; from the Greek words hypo- and blastos, meaning “lower” and “sprout”, respectively) is the lower layer of cells in the early stages of develop ...

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Lithiasis

May-28-24

Lithiasis is the formation of stones (calculi) in any internal organ, for example, in the gallbladder, urinary tract, pancreas or appendix. Stones in organs are formed du ...

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Anal Sinuses

May-28-24

Anal Sinuses: Anatomy, Functions and Possible Problems The anal sinuses, also known as the anal sinuses, morgani sinuses or rectal sinuses, are parts of the anorectal are ...

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Perigastritis

May-28-24

Perigastritis is an inflammation of the peritoneum covering the stomach. The disease is characterized by pain and discomfort in the upper abdomen. Causes of perigastritis ...

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Echinococcotomy

May-28-24

Echinococcotomy is an outdated medical term denoting a surgical operation to remove an hydatid cyst. Echinococcosis is a parasitic disease caused by larvae of parasitic w ...

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Oxalic acid

May-28-24

Oxalic acid: what it is and how it affects the body Oxalic acid is a common dicarboxylic acid that is the end product of the oxidative deamination of glycine. This acid e ...

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Jaeger-Elschnig Spoon

May-28-24

Jaeger-Elschnig spoon The Jäger-Elschnig spoon is a surgical instrument used in ophthalmology. It is named after two German ophthalmologists - Walter Jager and Anton Elsc ...

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Sphenoid Bone

May-28-24

The sphenoid bone, also known as the sphenoid bone, is one of the eight bones of the brain skull. It is located in the center of the base of the skull and consists of a b ...

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Lymph Nodes Gastric Left

May-28-24

Left gastric lymph nodes: functions and role in the body Lymph nodes are an important part of the lymphatic system, which plays an important role in protecting the body f ...

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Tent

May-28-24

Tent: what is it and how is it used in medicine? A tent in medicine is a canopy that is installed over the patient’s bed and is used for inhalation therapy. Typically, te ...

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