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Glucocerebroside
A cerebroside with the carbohydrate glucose contained in the molecule; accumulates in tissues in individuals with Gaucher’s disease.
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Gloving
Placing of gloves on the hands. During physical examination and invasive procedures, such as phlebotomy or surgery, this is done to protect both caregiver and patient from transmissible diseases.
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Glove box
An anaerobic chamber used to support the growth of anaerobic bacteria that thrive in the absence of oxygen.
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Edema control glove
An elastic pressure-gradient glove designed to facilitate tissue healing following hand injury.
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Glove
A protective covering for the hand. In medical care the glove is made of a flexible impervious material that permits full movement of the hand and fingers. Gloves are used to protect both the operative site from contamination with organisms from the health care worker and the health care worker from contamination with pathogens from…
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Edema of the glottis
Pathological accumulation of fluid in the tissues lining the vocal structures of the larynx. It may result from improper use of the voice, excessive use of tobacco or alcohol, chemical fumes, or viral, bacterial, or fungal infections. Clinically, the patient often presents with hoarseness or, in severe cases, with respiratory distress and stridor.
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Glossokinesthetic
To movements of the tongue, especially those in speech.
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Glossograph
An instrument for recording the tongue’s movements during speech.
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Glossodynamometer
A device for measuring the strength of the tongue muscles.
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Glossocele
A swelling and protrusion of the tongue resulting from disease or malformation.
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