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Algor mortis
Lack of skin elasticity as a result of death. The lowering of body temperature that follows death.
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Alcock’s canal
Space in the pelvis between the obturator internus muscle and the obturator fascia that the pudendal nerve passes through.
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Albert’s disease
Bursitis of the Achilles tendon with or without calcification; due to trauma or poorly fitting shoes.
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Alanine aminotransferase test
Blood enzyme test to evaluate tissue damage.
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Air-puff tonometry
Assessment of intraocular pressure using a burst of air rebounding off the cornea without the instrument touching the patient’s eye.
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Airborne precautions
Actions taken to stop transmission of infectious agents by exposure to airborne droplet spray, including air filtration systems and masks.
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Afferent lymphatic vessel
A small structure that transports lymph from the periphery or distal portions of the body, draining into more central vessels or lymph nodes.
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Aerocystoscopy
Visual examination of the bladder using a cystoscope while the bladder is distended by air. Examination with a cystoscope of the bladder distended by air.
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Aerocoly
Distention of the colon with gas.
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Aerocele
Distention of a bodily cavity with gas.
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