Category: E

Electrical pacing of the heart by conductive leads inserted surgically, usually during bypass graft or valvular operations. The leads are used in the postoperative period for the management of heart blocks or dysrhythmias and are removed as the patient stabilizes.  

A clip-on device that determines the oxygen saturation of the blood flowing through the pinna.  

The work expended by the body per unit of time.  

The anticipated results of a therapeutic intervention.  

The exterior opening of the urethra. In the male, it is located at the tip of the glans penis; in the female, it is located anterior and cephalad to the vaginal opening.  

An organ that is concerned with the excretion of waste products from the body.  

Any of a group of more than 15 substances present in the brain, certain endocrine glands, and the gastrointestinal tract. They have morphine-like analgesic properties, behavioral effects, and neurotransmitter and neuromodulator functions. Included in this group of chemicals are endorphins, enkephalins, and dynorphin.  

Ophthalmia marked by eye pain, intolerance to light, and tearing (lacrimation). The condition occurs following prolonged exposure to intense fight such as that encountered in arc welding.  

An oil derived from Oenothera biennis, a biennial herb with yellow flowers, that contains omega-6 fatty acids. It is promoted for the treatment of inflammatory conditions (e.g., of the skin or joints). Evening Primrose Oil is derived from the seeds of the Oenothera Biennis plant, more commonly known as Evening Primrose. The oil harbors an…

Obesity associated with some metabolic or endocrine abnormality.