Category: W

  • Wireless capsule endoscopy

    A contemporary approach to investigating the small intestine involves the utilization of a ingestible capsule that is swallowed by the individual. This capsule incorporates a reduced-size lens and an antenna, enabling the transmission of data to a portable recording device, typically worn by the patient throughout the day. This innovative technique offers a non-invasive means…

  • Window operation

    In the process of addressing a cyst, a surgical procedure involves the excision of a substantial oval-shaped segment of the cyst wall followed by suturing to establish a window, thereby preventing the likelihood of cyst recurrence. This technique ensures the creation of a barrier that impedes the cyst from reemerging.  

  • Wilderness

    Vast expanses of remote wilderness exist, encompassing expansive backcountry regions that are devoid of conventional roadways, communication networks, and other contemporary infrastructure. These remote areas, often characterized by their unspoiled natural beauty and untouched landscapes, offer a unique escape from the trappings of modern civilization. With limited or no access to conventional modes of transportation…

  • Whipple procedure

    The surgical elimination of the head of the pancreas, a portion of the small intestine, and certain adjacent tissues.  

  • WBC differential

    A procedure conducted by a technician to determine the various types of white blood cells and calculate their respective quantities, known as the white blood cell (WBC) count differential. This analysis is essential for calculating the absolute count of CD4+ lymphocytes.  

  • Wratten 6B filter

    To ensure the safe handling of most x-ray films within the darkroom, it is essential to employ the appropriate filter for the darkroom lights. This specific filter is designed to mitigate the occurrence of fog on the x-ray films during handling. By utilizing the recommended filter, professionals can maintain a controlled light environment that minimizes…

  • Wisconsin timing and mA.s. test tool

    A valuable instrument available for assessing the timers and the mA consistency of all x-ray units is a specialized tool. This tool serves the purpose of verifying and evaluating the timers’ accuracy as well as ensuring the consistent performance of the mA stations across the x-ray units. By utilizing this tool, professionals can effectively monitor…

  • Winding

    In the realm of electrical devices such as transformers, relays, and other similar components, we encounter a vital element known as a winding. This essential component consists of one or more turns of wire arranged in a continuous coil configuration. The winding plays a pivotal role in facilitating the desired flow of electric current and…

  • White radiation

    Similar to general or bremsstrahlung radiation, which accounts for approximately 90 percent of the total emitted radiation within the diagnostic range, the remaining 10 percent is comprised of characteristic radiation. This division delineates the composition of radiation emitted during the diagnostic imaging process, with the majority attributed to general or bremsstrahlung radiation and the minority…

  • Watt second

    When delving into the realm of electrical energy, a significant quantity to consider is the watt-second. This metric represents the precise measure of electrical energy corresponding to the operation of one watt for a duration of one second. Interestingly, this unit of energy is equivalent to one joule, which serves as a standard measurement for…