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Med Term 1-8
Medical Terminology Definitions 1-8
Question | Answer |
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spinoneural | relating to the spine and the nerves that extend from it |
neuritis | inflammation of a nerve |
vagectomy | surgical removal of a portion of the vagus nerve |
thalamotomy | incision into the thalamus to destroy a portion causing or transmitting sensations of pain |
ventriculitis | inflammation of the ventricles of the brain |
myelomalcia | softening of the spinal cord |
meningitis | inflammation of the meninges |
gliomatosis | abnormal growth of neuroglia in the brain or spinal cord |
gangliform | having the shape of a ganglion |
encephalitis | inflammation of the brain |
craniofacial | relating to the face and the cranium |
cerebralgia | pain in the head |
cerebellitis | inflammation of the cerebellum |
tracheascopy | inspection of the interior of the trachea |
tonsillectomy | removal of one entire tonsil or of both tonsils |
thoractomy | incision into the chest wall |
stethoscope | instrument for listening to sounds in the chest |
spirometer | instrument used to measure respiratory gases |
rhinitis | inflammation of the nose |
pneumolith | calculus in the lungs |
pleuritis | inflammation of the pleura |
phrenitis | inflammation in the diaphragm |
phonometer | instrument for measuring sounds |
pharyngitis | inflammation in the pharynx |
oximeter | instrument for measuring oxygen saturation of blood |
oropharynx | the part of the pharynx that lies behind the mouth |
nasogastric | of the nasal passages and the stomach |
mediastinitis | inflammation of the tissue of the mediastinum |
lobectomy | removal of a lobe |
laryngoscope | device used to examine the larynx through the mouth |
epiglottitis | inflammation of the epiglottis |
capnogram | a continuous recording of the carbon dioxide in expired air |
bronchiolitis | inflammation of the bronchioles |
bronchitis | inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes |
alveolitis | inflammation of the alveoli |
adenoidectomy | operation for removal of adenoid growths |
venography | radiographic imaging of a vein |
vasodepressor | agent that lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels |
thrombocytosis | abnormal increase in blood platelets in the blood |
sphygmomanometer | instrument for measuring blood pressure |
phlebitis | inflammation of a vein |
pericarditis | inflammation of the pericardium |
hemangioma | abnormal mass of blood vessels |
cardiomyopathy | disease of the heart muscle |
atrioventricular | relating to the atria and ventricles of the heart |
atherosclerosis | hardening of the arteries with irregular plaque deposits |
arteriosclerosis | hardening of the arteries |
aortitis | inflammation of the aorta |
angiogram | image of a blood vessel |
vertebroarterial | relating to a vertebral artery or to a vertebra and an artery |
ulnocarpal | relating to the ulna and the wrist |
tibiotarsal | relating to the tarsal and tibia bones |
thoracoabdominal | relating to the thorax and the abdomen |
tenodynia | tenon pain; surgical repair of a tendon; tendon inflammation |
tarsomegaly | congenital abnormality with overgrowth of a tarsal bone |
snyovitis | inflammation of a synovial joint |
sternodynia | sternum pain |
spondylitis | inflammation of a vertebra |
scoliokyphosis | lateral and posterior curvature of the spine |
scapulodynia | scapula pain |
chabdomyolysis | acute disease that includes destruction of skeletal muscle |
rhabdosphincter | striated muscular sphincter |
radiomuscular | relating to the radius and nearby muscles |
rachiometer | instrument for measuring spine curvature |
puborectal | relating to the pubis and the rectum |
podalgia | foot pain |
phalangectomy | removal of a finger or toe |
pelviscope | instrument for viewing the pelvic cavity |
pedometer | instrument for measuring walking distance |
patellectomy | excision of the patella |
osteoarthritis | arthritis characterized by erosing of cartilage and bone and joint pain |
myelocyst | cyst that develops in bone marrow |
myocardium | cardiac muscle in the middle layer of the heart |
metacarpectomy | excision of a metacarpal |
maxillofacial | pertaining to the jaws and face |
lumboabdominal | relating to the lumbar and abdominal regions |
leiomyosarcoma | malignant tumor of smooth muscle |
laminectomy | removal of part of one or more of the thick cartilaginous disks between the vertebrae |
kyphoscoliosis | kyphosis and scoliosis combined |
ischiodynia | pain in the ischium |
iliofemoral | relating to the ilium and the femur |
humeroscapular | relating to both the humerus and the scapula |
fibroma | genign tumor in fibrous tissue |
femorocele | hernia in the femur |
fasciotomy | incision through the fascia |
dactylitis | inflammation of the finger(s) or toe(s) |
craniotomy | incision into the skull |
costiform | rib-shaped |
condylectomy | excision of a condyle |
chondroplasty | surgical repair of condyle |
cervicodynia | neck pain |
cephalomegaly | abnormally large head |
carpopedal | relating to the wrist and foot |
calciokinesis | mobilization of stored calcium in the body |
calcaneodynia | heel pain |
bursitis | inflammation of a bursa |
brachiocephalic | relating to both the arm and head |
arthrogram | x-ray of a joint |
ankylosis | fixation of a joint in a bent position, usually resulting from a disease |
acromioscapular | relating to the acromion and the body of the scapula |
acetabulectomy | excision of the acetabulum |
xeroderma | excessive dryness of the skin |
xanthoma | yellow growth or discoloration of the skin |
trichopathy | disease of the hair |
steatitis | inflammation of fatty tissue |
seborrhea | excessive sebum caused by over activity of the sebaceous |
pilocystic | relating to a skin cyst with hair |
onychotomy | incision into a nail |
mycosis | any condition caused by fungus |
melanoma | malignancy arising from cells that form melanin |
liposuction | removal of unwanted fat by suctioning through tubes placed under the skin |
keratosis | skin lesion covered by a horny layer of tissue |
ichthyosis | congenital skin disorder characterized by dryness and peeling |
hidrosis | production and excretion of sweat |
dermabrasion | surgical procedure to remove acne scar and marks, using an abrasive product to remove part of the skin |
dermatitis | inflammation of the skin |
adiposis | excessive accumulation of body fat |
vesicoprostatic | relating to the bladder and the prostate |
vertebrosacral | relating to the vertebra and the sacrum |
ventriculitis | inflammation of the ventricles in the brain |
venipuncture | puncture of a vein, as with a needle |
vasculopathy | disease of the blood vessels |
vasoconstrictor | agent that narrows blood vessels |
varicophlebitis | inflammation of varicose veins |
trichoid | hair-like |
trachelophyma | swelling of the neck |
tracheotomy | operation to create an opening into the trachea |
thyrotomy | operation that cuts the thyroid gland |
thymokinetic | agent that activates the thymus gland |
thoracalgia | chest pain |
testitis | inflammation of the testis |
tenectomy | removal of a part of a tendon |
stomatopathy | disease of the mouth |
stethoscope | device for listening to chest sounds |
sternalgia | sternum pain |
spondylitis | inflammation of a vertebra |
splenectomy | removal of the spleen |
splanchnolith | stone in the intestinal tract |
spermatocide | agent that destroys sperm |
somatophrenia | tendency to imagine bodily illness |
sigmoidectomy | excision of the sigmoid colon |
sialism | excessive production of saliva |
sclerodermatitis | inflammation and thickening of the skin |
sarcopoietic | forming muscle |
sacralagia | pain in the sacral area |
rhinitis | inflammation of the nasal membranes |
reniform | kidney-shaped |
rectitis | inflammation of the rectum |
rachiometer | instrument for measuring curvature of the spine |
pyelitis | inflammation of the cavity below the kidneys |
pulmonitis | inflammation of the lungs |
psychomotor | relating to psychological influence on body movement |
proctalgia | pain in the anus or rectum |
podiatrist | specialist in diseases of the foot |
pneumonia | disease of the lungs |
pleurography | imaging of the pleural cavity |
plasmacyte | plasma cell |
pilonidal | having hair, as in a cyst |
phrenicocolic | relating to the diaphragm and colon |
phlebitis | inflammation of a vein |
pharyngitis | inflammation of the pharynx |
pelviscope | instrument for examing the interior of the pelvis |
pedicure/pedophilia | treatment of the feet; abnormal sexual attraction to children |
oviduct | uterine (fallopian) tube through which ova pass |
ovariopathy | disease of the ovary |
otitis | earache |
osteochondritis | inflammation of a bone and its cartilage |
ossiferous | containing or generating bone |
orchialgia | pain in the testis |
orofacial | relating to the mouth and face |
optometer | instrument for measuring eye refraction |
opthalmoscope | device for examining interior of the eyeball |
oophorectomy | removal of an ovary |
oocyte | immature ovum |
onychoid | resembling a fingernail |
odontalgia | toothache |
oculodynia | eye pain |
neuritis | inflammation of a nerve |
nephritis | inflammation of the kidneys |
myelopathy | disease of the spinal cord |
myocarditis | inflammation of the muscle tissue of the heart |
mycolytic | agent capable of dissolving mucus |
meningitis | inflammation of the membranes of the brain or spinal cord |
medulloblastoma | tumor having cells similar to those in medullary substances |
maxillitis | inflammation of the jawbone |
mastitis | inflammation of the breast |
lymphuria | discharge of lymph into the urine |
liposuctioning | removal of body fat by vacuum pressure |
linguocclusion | displacement of a tooth toward the tongue |
laryngitis | inflammation of the larynx |
laparomyositis | inflammation of the abdominal muscles |
laminectomy | removal of a bony portion that forms the arch that surrounds the vertebra |
labioplasty | plastic surgery of a lip |
keratitis | inflammation of the cornea |
karyotype | chromosomal characteristics of a cell |
ischialgia | hip pain |
irridodilator | agent that causes dilation of the pupil |
inguinoperitoneal | relating to the groin and peritoneum |
iliospinal | relating to the ilium and the spine |
ileocolitis | inflammation of the colon and the ileum |
hysterectomy | removal of the uterus |
histolysis | breakdown of tissue |
hidropoeisis | production of sweat |
heptatoma | malignant cancer of liver cells |
hematoma | mass of clotted blood |
gonadopathy | disease of the gonads |
gnathoplasty | plastic surgery on the jaw |
glossodynia | pain in the tongue |
gingivitis | inflammation of the gums |
gastritis | inflammation of the stomach |
episiotomy | surgical incision into the vulva at the time of birth to avoid tearing of the perineum |
enteritis | inflammation of the intestine |
encephalomyeloneuropathy | disease involving the brain, spinal cord, and nerves |
duodenoscopy | examination of the interior of the duodenum |
dermatitis | inflammation of the skin |
dentiform | tooth-shaped |
dactylitis | finger inflammation |
cytology | study of cells |
cystoscopy | examination of the interior of the bladder |
craniotomy | opening into the skull |
costogenic | arising from a rib |
corticectomy | removal of a part of the cortex |
coreoplasty | surgical correction of a pupil |
colporrhagia | vaginal hemorrhage |
colonoscopy | visual examination of the colon |
chondromalacia | softening of cartilage |
cholelith | gallstone |
chiropractic | theory that uses manipulation of the spine to restore and maintain health |
cheiloplasty/chiloplasty | plastic surgery of the lips |
cervicodynia | neck pain |
cerebrotomy | incision into the brain |
cerebellitis | inflammation of the cerebellum |
cephalomegaly | enlargement of the head |
celiorrhaphy | suture of an abdominal wound |
carpopedal | relating to the wrist and the foot |
cardiomegaly | enlargement of the heart |
calcaneodynia | heel pain |
bursitis | inflammation of a bursa |
buccolabial | relating to both the cheeks and lips |
bronchomycosis | fungal disease of the bronchi |
brachialgia | pain in the arm |
blepharitis | inflammation of the eyelid |
auriform | ear-shaped; of the ear and cranium |
auriform | ear-shaped; of the ear and cranium |
arthralgia | severe joint pain |
arteriolosclerosis | hardening of the arterioles, often seen in conjunction with chronic high blood pressure |
arteriosclerosis | hardening of the arteries |
appendicitis | inflammation of the appendix |
aortitis | inflammation of the aorta |
angiomegaly | enlargement of blood vessels |
alveolitis | inflammation of alveoli |
adrenotoxin | a substance toxic to the adrenal glands |
adiposis | condition of excessive accumulation of fat |
adenitis | inflammation of a gland |
acetabulectomy | excision of the acetabulum |
abdominoplasty | surgical repair of the abdomen |
uniglandular | involving only one gland |
unconscious | not conscious |
ultrasonic | relating to energy waves of higher frequency than sound waves |
transocular | across the eye |
tachucardia | rapid heartbeat |
symbiosis | mutual interdependence |
supramaxillary | above the maxilla |
superacute | more acute |
subcutaneous | beneath the skin |
semicomatose | drowsy and incative, but not in a full coma |
retroversion | a turning backward, as of the uterus |
reflux | backward flow |
quadriplegia | paralysis of all four limbs |
prodrome | to run before, as symptoms that occur before a disease |
prenatal | before birth |
postmortem | after death |
polyarteritis | inflammation of a number of arteries |
pluriglandular | of several glands |
periappendicitis | inflammation of the tissue surrounding the appendix |
peraxillary | through the axilla |
parakinesia | motor abnormality |
panarthritis | arthritis involving all joints |
oligospermia | low sperm count |
multiarticular | involving many joints |
monomania | obsession with a single thought or idea |
metacarpus | bones attached to the carpus |
microplasia | stunted growth, as in dwarfism |
mesomorph | body types with a balance among sizes of limbs |
megacephaly | abnormal enlargement of the head |
malabsorption | inadequate absorption |
isometric | of the same dimensions |
intramuscular | within the substance of the muscles |
interdental | between the teeth |
infrasternal | below the sternum |
hypoglycemia | low blood sugar |
hyperactive | abnormally restless and inattentive |
hemiplegia | paralysis on one side of the body |
extracorporeal | outside of the body |
exogenous | produced outside of the organism |
exhale | breathe out |
eudiaphoresis | normal sweating |
epicondyle | projection over or near the condyle |
endoabdominal | within the abdomen |
ectopic | occurring outside the normal place, as a pregnancy occuring outside of the uterus |
dysfunctional | functioning abnormally |
diaplacental | passing through the placenta |
disarticulation | amputation of a joint |
demyelination | loss of myelin |
contraindicated | not recommended |
codominant | having an equal degree of dominance; said of two genes |
circumoral | around the mouth |
cataplexy | sudden extreme muscle weakness |
bradycardia | abnormally slow heartbeat |
brachyesophagus | abnormally short esophagus |
biparous | bearing two young |
autoimmune | against an individual's own tissue |
apobiosis | deathe of a part of a living organism |
antibacterial | preventing the growth of bacteria |
antemortem | before death |
anaphylactic | exaggerated reaction to an antigen or toxin |
anencephalic | without a brain |
ambidextrous | having ability on both the right and left sides; said of the hands |
adduct | to draw away from the body, as a limb |
abduct | to draw away from a position |
aspesis | without living organisms |
retroversion | a turning backward; said of the uterus |
pyuria | pus in the urine |
neurotropy | affinity of certain contrast mediums for nervous tissue |
neurotropic | localizing in nervous tissue |
esotropia | crossed eyes |
dystrophy | changes that result from inadequate nutrition |
atrophic | of a wasting state, often due to malnutrition |
laparotomy | incision on the abdomen |
osteotome | instrument for cutting bone |
colostomy | surgical opening in the colon |
stenostenosis | narrowing of the paratoid duct |
hemostatic | stopping blood flow within a vessel |
bacteriostat | agent that inhibits bacterial growth |
homeostasis | state of equilibrium in the body |
peristalsis | movement of the intestines by contraction and relaxation of its tube |
esophagospasm | spasm of the walls of the esophagus |
insomnia | inability to sleep |
microscopy | use of microscopes |
microscope | instrument for viewing small objects |
spondyloschisis | failure of fusion of teh vertebral arch in an embryo |
cardiorrhexis | rupture of the heart wall |
dysmenorrhea | difficult menstrual flow |
hemiorrhaphy | surgical repair of a hernia |
tracheorrhagia | hemorrhage from the trachea |
hemorrhage | to bleed profusely |
blepharoptosis | drooping eyelid |
osteoporosis | lessening of bone density |
erythropoietic | of the formation of read blood cells |
erythropoietin | an acid that aids in the formation of red blood cells |
erythropoiesis | formation of red blood cells |
eupnea | easy, normal respiration |
quadriplegic | person who has quadriplegia |
quadriplegia | paralysis of all four limbs |
rhinoplasty | plastic surgery of the nose |
hemoplastic | forming new blood cells |
protoplasm | living matter |
dysplasia | abnormal tissue formation |
leukoplakia | white patch on the mucous membrane |
epiphysis | part of a long bone distinct from and growing out of the shaft |
prophylaxis | prevention of disease |
hemophthsis | anemia |
schizophrenia | term for a common psychosis |
euphoria | feeling of well-being |
electrophoresis | movement of particles in an electric field |
neuraphonia | loss of sounds |
acrophobia | fear of heights |
hemophilia | blood disorder with tendency to hemorrhage |
cyanophil | element that turns blue after straining |
leukapheresis | removal of leukocytes from drawn blood |
aphasia | loss of or reduction in speaking ability |
polyphagia | excessive eating |
nephropexy | surgical fixation of a floating kidney |
dyspepsia | impaired digestion |
leukopenia | condition with fewer than normal white blood cells |
osteopathy | bone disease |
monoparesis | paralysis of only one extremity |
viviparous | bearing living young |
primpara | woman who has given birth once |
anoxia | lack of oxygen |
colostomy | surgical opening in the colon |
nalitosis | chronic bad breath |
biopsy | cutting from living tissue to be viewed |
chloropsia | condition of seeing objects as green |
diplopia | double vision |
myoma | neoplasm of muscle tissue |
cardioid | resembling a heart |
optometry | specialty concerned with measurement of eye function |
ophthalmometer | device for measuring cornea curvature |
cephalomegaly | abnormal enlargement of the head |
mommania | obsession with one idea |
osteomalacia | gradual softening of bone |
thrombolytic | dissolving a thrombus |
electrolysis | permanent removal of unwanted hair |
dermatology | study and treatment of skin disorders |
dermatologist | one who practices dermatology |
cataleptic | person with catalepsy |
catalepsy | condition of having seizures of extreme rigidity |
hyperkinesis | excessive muscular movement |
bradykinesia | decrease in movement |
nephritis | kidney inflammation; inflammation of nerves |
dwarfism | condition including abnormally small size |
orthopedics | medical practice concerned with treatment of skeletal disorders |
gastric | relating to the stomach |
psoriasis | chronic skin disease |
encephalograph | instrument for measuring brain activity |
echocardiography | use of ultrasound to examine the heart |
encephalogram | brain scan |
immunoglobulin | one of certain structurally related proteins |
hemoglobin | protein of red blood cells |
iatrogenic | induced by treatment |
pathogenesis | production of disease |
carcinogen | cancer causing agent |
uniform | having the same shape throughout |
paresthesia | abnormal sensation, such as tingling |
uremic | having excess urea in the blood |
uremia | excess urea in the blood |
hematemesis | vomiting of blood |
emayema | pus in a body cavity |
lymphedema | swelling as a result of obstructed lymph nodes |
appendectomy | removal of the appendix |
neurectasia | operation with dilation of a nerve |
neurodynia | nerve pain |
arthrodesis | stiffening of a joint |
scleroderma | hardening of the skin |
crythrocytosis | condition with an abnormal number of red blood cells in the blood |
thrombocyte | blood platelet |
hematocrit | percentage of volume of a blood sample that is composed of cells |
endrocrine | gland that secretes hormones into the bloodstream |
neurasthenia | condition with vague symptoms, such as weakness |
astroblast | immature cell |
cystocele | hernia of the urinary bladder |
syicidal | likely to kill oneself |
suicide | killing of oneself, agent that destroys bacteria |
osteoclasis | intentional breaking of a bone |
osteoclast | instrument used in osteoclasis |
neuralgia | nerve pain |
cephalad | toward the head |
zymogram | strips of paper for testing for location of enzymes |
zooblast | animal cell |
xiphocostal | relating to the xiphoid process and the ribs |
xerasia | dry and brittle hair condition |
xenophobia | extreme fear of strangers or foreigners |
xanthoderma | yellowish skin |
viviparous | giving birth to living young |
trophocyte | cell that provides nutrition |
toxipathy | disease due to poisoning |
topography | description of a body part in terms of a specific surface area |
tonometer | instrument for measuring pressure |
thermogenesis | production of heat |
teratogen | agent that causes a malformed fetus |
telophase | final stages of mitosis or meiosis |
syringitis | inflammation of the eustachian tube |
styloid | peg-shaped; said of a bony growth |
stereology | study of three-dimensional aspects of a cell |
streptodermatitis | skin inflammation caused by streptococci |
staphylodermatitis | skin infection caused by staphylococci |
stenocephaly | narrowness of the head |
spiroscope | device for measuring lung capacity |
sguamofrontal | relating to the squamos part of the fontal bone |
spasmolytic | agent that relieves spasms |
spherocyte | spherical red blood cell |
somnambulism | sleepwalking |
sonomotor | relating to movements caused by sound |
sitotoxin | any food poison |
somatogenic | originating in the body |
scotograph | appliance for helping the blind to write |
sideropenia | abnormally low level of iron in the blood |
scleroderma | thickening and hardness of the skin |
scoliometer | instrument for measuring curves |
schistocytosis | bladder fissure |
schizonychia | splitting of the nails |
radiography | x-ray examination |
salpingectomy | removal of the fallopian tube |
pyretogenous | causing fever |
pyrogenic | causing fever |
pseudodiabetes | false positive test for sugar in the urine |
pyocyst | cyst filled with pus |
poikilocyte | irregularly shaped red blood cell |
plasmapheresis | separation of blood into parts |
phytoxin | substance from plants that is similar to a bacterial toxin |
physocele | swelling due to gas |
physiotherapy | physical therapy |
photometer | instrument for measuring light |
phomometer | instrument for measuring sound |
pharmacotherapy | treatment using drugs |
phagocyte | cell that ingests bacteria and other particles |
pachyonychia | abnormal thickening of the nails |
pathogen | disease-causing substance |
orthodontics | dental specialty concerned with correction of tooth placement |
oxyphonia | shrillness of voice |
nyctalopia | reduced ability to see at night |
onocolysis | destruction of a tumor |
normocyte | normal red blood cell |
nucleotoxin | poison that acts upon a cell nucleus |
nocturia | urination at night |
necrology | study of the cause of death |
narcolepsy | sleep disorder |
morphology | study of the structure of animals and plants |
miopragia | lessened functional activity |
microorganism | tiny organism |
mesocephalic | having a medium-sized head |
melanoderma | abnormal skin darkening |
megaloencephaly | abnormally large brain |
mediolateral | relating to the medial plane and one side of the body |
macromelia | abnormally sized limb |
lysemia | dissolution of red blood cells |
logopathy | speech disorder |
lithotomy | operation for removal of stones |
lipoblast | embryonic fat cell |
leukoblast | immature white blood cell |
leptomeninges | two delicate layers of meninges |
lateroduction | movement to one side |
lactogen | agent that stimulates milk production |
kyphoscoliosis | kyphosis combined with scoliosis |
kinesiology | study of movement |
kinesthesia | perception of movement |
ketogenesis | metabolic production of ketones |
karyolysis | destruction of a cell nucleus |
kalemia | presence off potassium in the blood |
immynodeficient | lacking in some essential immune function |
idiopathic | of unknown origin (said of a disease) |
ichthyotoxism | posioning by fish |
iatrognic | produced or caused by treatment or diagnostic |
hypnogenesis | induction of sleep |
hydrocephaly | condition characterized by excessive fluid accumulation in the head |
homegolasia | formation of new, similar tissue |
gynopathy | disease peculiar to women |
granuloma | small, granular lesion |
goniometer | instrument for measuring angles |
glycopenia | sugar deficiency |
glycogenic | producing glucose |
gerontology | study of the problems of aging |
genoblast | nucleus of a fertilized ovum |
galactophoritis | inflammation of the milk ducts |
fungicide | substance that destroys fungi |
fluorochrome | fluorescent contrast medium |
fibroplastic | producing fibrous tissue |
etiopathology | study of the cause of an abnormality or disease |
ethmonasal | relating to ethmoid and nasal bones |
esthesilmetry | measurement of tactile sensibility |
erythroclasis | fragmentation of red blood cells |
ergograph | instrument for measuring work of muscular contractions |
eosinophilic | staining readily with certain dyes |
electrocardiogram | graphic record of heart's electrical currents |
echocardiogram | ultrasound recording of the heart |
dynamometer | instrument for measuring muscular power |
dorsalgia | upper back pain |
dipsomania | alcoholism |
dextrocardia | displacement of the heart toward the right |
cytoarchitecture | arrangement of cells in tissue |
cystoid | bladder-shaped |
cyclectomy | removal of a part of a ciliary body |
cyanopsia | condition following a cataract operation in which all objects appear blue |
cryptogenic | of obscure origin |
cryocautery | destruction of tissue by freezing |
crinogenic | causing secretion; a gland that secretes internally into systemic circulation |
coniometer | device for measuring dust |
cineradiography | imaging of an organ in motion |
chymopniesis | production of chyme in the stomach |
chrondrocyte | cartilage cell |
choreoathetosis | abnormal body movements |
chromatogenous | producing color |
chronometry | measurement of time intervals |
chylopoiesis | production of chyle in the intestin |
chloruresis | excretion of chloride in urine |
chemolysis | chemical decomposition |
carcinogen | cancer producing substance |
calcipenia | calcium deficiency |
cacomelia | congenital limb deformity |
glioblastoma | growth consisting of immature neural cells |
biopsy | sampling of tissue from living patients |
basophilic | having an affinity for basic dyes (said of tissue) |
barostat | pressure-regulating device |
bacteriogenic | caused by bacteria |
bacilliform | rod-shaped like a bacterium |
atheroma | swelling on the surface of an artery from a fatty deposit |
androblastoma | testicular tumor |
amylophagia | abnormal craving for starch |
algospasm | by a spasm |
aerogen | gas-producing microorganisam |
actinotherapy | ultraviolet light therapy used in dermatology |
acanthoid | spine-shaped |