Category: C

A degeneration of tissues marked by a cloudy appearance, swelling, and the appearance of tiny albuminoid granules in the cells as observed with a microscope. The deterioration and enlargement of tissues that occur as a result of an inflammatory condition.  

A swelling occurring in infestations by the nematode Loa loa. Temporary and painless, the swelling is thought to be the result of temporary sensitization.  

One of the sutures between the bones of the skull.  

A suture in which the thread has a needle at each end. Also known as double-armed suture.  

A preliminarily placed suture to approximate wound edges before definitive closure.  

A suture material made from the sterilized submucosa of the small intestine of sheep. Eventually it is absorbed by body fluids. Treatment with chromium trioxide (chromic catgut) or other chemicals delays the absorption time.  

A colloidal solution in which particles of the dispersed phase are relatively large.  

The supported suspension of a patient by the head to extend the vertebral column.  

Surgery in which as much as possible of a part or structure is retained. It is often an equally effective alternative to radical surgery. Surgery carried out to preserve a part rather than to remove it.  

Operative procedures on the anus, rectum, or large intestine.