Category: E

A medical procedure in which sound waves are sent to the stomach wall by an ultrasound probe attached to the end of an endoscope. The pattern of echoes generated by the reflected sound waves are translated into an image of the stomach wall by a computer.  

A diagnostic imaging modality involves the insertion of an ultrasound probe through the patient’s throat to assess the presence of a tumor. This technique allows for a thorough examination by capturing detailed ultrasound images, enabling the medical team to evaluate the potential presence of abnormal tissue growth.  

The extraction of a minute cardiac tissue sample to examine indications of injury resulting from the rejection of the organ.  

Anomalies within the uterine lining, specifically the endometrium, which can induce bleeding and potentially progress into a malignancy.  

Endometrial tissue proliferations that adhere to organs, predominantly within the confines of the pelvic cavity.  

A biopsy procedure involving the utilization of a curette to gently scrape the mucous membrane lining the cervical canal.  

In the domain of public health, there is a distinct reference to a geographical expanse designated as an epicenter for the prevalence of a specific ailment. This demarcated region serves as a focal point for the occurrence and spread of the particular disease, emphasizing its concentrated impact within that locale.  

The initiation of treatment, typically involving medications, prior to the confirmation of a patient’s disease diagnosis.  

A eutectic mixture of local anesthetics refers to a combination of drugs designed for application on unbroken skin, primarily used for numbing purposes. EMLA stands for “Eutectic Mixture of Local Anesthetics,” with the term “eutectic” indicating its property of being easily melted. EMLA is a branded cream that is applied to the skin to induce…

An infectious ailment that emerges within a population for the first time, displaying rapid escalation in its occurrence or geographical spread, intensification in virulence or resistance to treatment, or resurfacing after a prolonged period of containment or presumed eradication.