A phagocyte that has ingested the unaltered nuclei of cells. These nuclei can be observed unchanged within the phagocytic cell....

An intravenous catheter inserted into the subclavian or internal jugular vein and then advanced into the right atrium or superior...

A central catheter containing three separate channels or passageways.  

Medical care of a patient in a facility staffed and equipped to administer comprehensive care. In the usual situation, this...

Reversible dysfunction of the left ventricle. It may be the cause of transient heart failure that occurs after stressful events....

A malignancy found in the anterior mediastinum, usually a squamous cell carcinoma, spindle cell carcinoma, or lymphoepithelioma. Many of these...

The fibrous covering of the synovial joint between the skull and mandible on each side of the head.  

A test of vital capacity of the lungs expressed with respect to the volume of air that can be quickly...

The sum of the soluble and protein-bound calcium in the blood.  

A burn resulting from contact with fire, hot objects, or fluids.