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Irritable bowel disease
A condition affecting the intestines, commonly characterized by abdominal discomfort and the occurrence of loose or watery stools.
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Irido corneal endothelial syndrome
A particular form of glaucoma characterized by the migration of cells from the posterior part of the cornea onto the surface of the iris and the eye’s drainage tissue. This leads to the development of adhesions that connect the iris to the cornea.
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Invasive surgery
A surgical procedure wherein an opening is made in the patient’s body and instruments or medical devices are inserted through it.
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Intrinsic sphincter deficiency (ISD)
An influential factor in cases of severe stress incontinence is the insufficient strength of the sphincter muscles to effectively maintain closure of the bladder.
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Intrathecal therapy
The method of administering chemotherapy by directly injecting it into the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) through a lumbar puncture procedure.
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Intraocular retinoblastoma
A form of cancer confined exclusively to the eye without metastasis to other body regions.
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Intracerebral hemorrhage
A form of stroke known as intracerebral hemorrhage, occurring due to bleeding within the brain.
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Intracellular parasite
A creature that can solely nourish itself and exist within the cellular environment of another organism.
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Intra-aortic balloon pump
A transient apparatus inserted into the femoral artery and directed upwards towards the aorta. This device consists of a small balloon that aids in enhancing heart contractions by sustaining improved blood pressure.
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Intestinal microflora
The collection of bacteria and other microorganisms that inhabit the gastrointestinal tract of the human body.
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