Category: D

A rare type of malignant melanoma in which the typical melanotic pigmentation may be absent. It often occurs on the head or neck. Microscopically, the tumor cells are spindle-shaped. Local recurrences after surgical excision are common, as are metastases, especially to the lungs.  

A liquid in which a colloid is dispersed.  

In bacteriology, a medium in which the composition is accurately defined and carefully controlled. One use of this culture medium is to investigate the influence of altering ingredients on bacterial cell growth characteristics.  

Large-scale application of emergency medical services in a community, following a natural or manmade catastrophe. The aim is to save lives and restore every survivor to maximum health as promptly as possible. Its success depends on prompt sorting of patients according to their immediate needs and prognosis.  

Branch of medicine concerned with the preservation and treatment of the teeth and other orofacial tissues. It includes preventive measures such as oral hygiene, as well as restorative procedures or prostheses and surgery. The results are widespread, including better nutrition and digestion from restored and balanced occlusion, and improved mental health from the control of…

The continuous automated analysis of simultaneous measurements of lung variables affecting mechanical ventilation.  

The narrow zone of dentin that is first formed in the crown and root of a tooth.  

Malaria in which two concurrent cycles result in fever occurring on two successive days.  

Widespread lymphadenopathy secondary to various skin disorders.  

A group of signs and symptoms similar to those of systemic lupus erythematosus, caused by an adverse reaction to drugs, especially procainamide, hydralazine, and isoniazid. Joint inflammation and pain, skin rash, pleurisy, and fever are the most common manifestations; kidney and central nervous system involvement are rare. Antinuclear antibodies, specifically against the histones that fold…