Blanco
Blanco
Blanco (pronounced: /ˈblæŋkoʊ/) is a term used in various medical contexts. The etymology of the word is Spanish, meaning "white".
Definition
In the medical field, Blanco is often used as a surname, and may refer to a number of medical professionals or medical terms named after these professionals. It is also used in the context of Blanco's triad, a medical condition characterized by three specific symptoms.
Blanco's Triad
Blanco's Triad is a medical condition characterized by the presence of three specific symptoms: intermittent abdominal pain, jaundice, and intermittent fever. It is named after Dr. Blanco, a renowned medical professional who first described the condition.
Related Terms
- Abdominal Pain: Discomfort or pain that occurs in the area between the chest and the pelvis. Abdominal pain can be acute or chronic and can have various causes.
- Jaundice: A condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes due to high levels of bilirubin in the blood.
- Intermittent Fever: A type of fever in which the body temperature fluctuates over a 24-hour period, with periods of fever alternating with periods of normal or subnormal temperature.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Blanco
- Wikipedia's article - Blanco
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