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• Microvasculature remodeling
  ...nules]]. This process is crucial in various physiological and pathological conditions. ...le in the body's response to various physiological stimuli. It is involved in processes such as [[angiogenesis]] and [[vasculogenesis]], which are essent
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• Pathological
  == Pathological == ...pathos" meaning "suffering" and "logos" meaning "study of", is a term used in medicine to describe a condition that is severe, significantly abnormal, or
  2 KB (261 words) - 02:50, 7 February 2024
• Berry
  ...ructures]] and [[pathology|pathological conditions]] that resemble a berry in shape or size. ...is based on the resemblance of these structures and conditions to a berry in shape or size.
  2 KB (265 words) - 22:12, 3 February 2024
• Pneumocephalus
  ...as a result of trauma, surgery, infection, or due to certain pathological conditions. ...nd "kephale" which means head. Thus, the term literally translates to "air in the head".
  2 KB (235 words) - 22:40, 7 February 2024
• Cabot rings
  ...after the American physician Richard Clarke Cabot who first described them in 1903. ...erican physician who first described these structures. Cabot was a pioneer in the field of [[internal medicine]] and made significant contributions to th
  2 KB (280 words) - 06:04, 8 February 2024
• Platinosis
  '''Platinosis''' (pronounced: pla-ti-no-sis) is a pathological condition caused by the inhalation of platinum salts, which can lead to res ...g to the chemical element, and the Greek suffix "-osis", which indicates a pathological condition or disorder.
  2 KB (199 words) - 04:53, 6 February 2024
• Visudyne
  ...conditions, specifically [[age-related macular degeneration]] (AMD) and [[pathological myopia]]. ...els in the eye, helping to slow the progression of conditions like AMD and pathological myopia.
  2 KB (268 words) - 13:59, 5 February 2024
• Respiratory condition
  ..., and the English word "condition" which refers to the state of something, in this case, the state of the respiratory system. ...ition of the organs and tissues that make up the respiratory system. These conditions can affect the [[nasal cavity]], [[pharynx]], [[larynx]], the [[trachea]],
  2 KB (257 words) - 06:23, 11 February 2024
• Chorangiosis
  ...ted with prolonged hypoxia and is often seen in pregnancies complicated by conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and intrauterine growth restriction. ...ndicating a pathological condition. Thus, the term essentially refers to a pathological condition of the vessels of the chorionic membrane.
  2 KB (267 words) - 23:47, 6 February 2024
• Marble
  ...dicine, it is often used metaphorically to describe certain appearances or conditions. ...isrupts normal bone growth and function. This condition is often diagnosed in childhood and can lead to various complications, including fractures, anemi
  1 KB (188 words) - 16:14, 4 February 2024
• Oral pigmentation
  ...ˌpɪɡmənˈteɪʃən/) refers to the coloration or discoloration of the tissues in the [[Oral cavity|oral cavity]]. ...h as genetic traits, certain medications, tobacco use, or specific medical conditions like [[Addison's disease|Addison’s disease]] or [[Peutz-Jeghers syndrome|
  2 KB (324 words) - 11:51, 10 February 2024
• Allergology
  ...eals with the diagnosis and treatment of [[allergic diseases]] and related conditions. It is a subspecialty of [[Immunology]]. ...ords "allos" meaning "other" and "ergon" meaning "work". It was first used in the early 20th century to describe the study of allergic reactions.
  1 KB (152 words) - 14:31, 6 February 2024
• Surrey
  ...rey" is primarily known as a county in the South East of England. However, in the context of healthcare, Surrey is home to several notable hospitals and If you are looking for specific medical terms or conditions, please refer to the appropriate articles. Here are some examples:
  1 KB (178 words) - 21:42, 13 February 2024
• Precocious puberty
  ...g 'early ripe', and the English word 'puberty', which refers to the period in life when a person becomes capable of sexual reproduction. ...irls, [[testicular enlargement]] in boys, and the growth of [[pubic hair]] in both sexes.
  2 KB (230 words) - 17:36, 10 February 2024
• Term
  ...a concept, especially in a particular kind of language or branch of study. In the context of medicine, a term can refer to a specific condition, procedur ...riginates from the Latin word 'terminus', which means 'end' or 'boundary'. In the context of language and study, it refers to a word or phrase that has a
  2 KB (231 words) - 21:51, 3 February 2024
• Alpine
  ...e environments. The term is derived from the word "Alps", a mountain range in Europe that is known for its high altitudes. [[Alpine Sickness]], also known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), is a pathological effect of high altitude on humans, caused by acute exposure to low partial
  2 KB (246 words) - 05:57, 4 February 2024
• Rossolimo's sign
  ...Sign''' (pronunciation: roh-soh-lee-moh's sign) is a [[medical sign]] used in [[neurology]] to indicate the presence of certain neurological disorders. ...ussian neurologist [[Grigory Ivanovich Rossolimo]], who first described it in the late 19th century.
  1 KB (185 words) - 23:16, 9 February 2024
• Syrinx
  ...a medical term that refers to a fluid-filled cavity or cyst that can occur in the spinal cord or brain stem. ...ontext of medicine, it was first used to describe a pathological condition in the spinal cord or brain stem that resembles a tube or pipe.
  2 KB (239 words) - 21:29, 4 February 2024
• Reflex bradycardia
  .../) is a medical condition characterized by a slower than normal heart rate in response to certain stimuli, such as high blood pressure or increased intra ...that occurs as a reflex response to certain physiological or pathological conditions. It is often associated with the [[baroreceptor reflex]], a feedback mechan
  2 KB (197 words) - 17:32, 10 February 2024
• Lane
  '''Lane''' (pronounced: /leɪn/) is a term used in various medical contexts. It is derived from the Old English word ''lanu'', === Usage in Medicine ===
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