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An operation in which a tube is put into the mediastinum so that its organs can be examined. A test done to determine diseases and other abnormalities of the lungs. The test is performed under general anesthesia, with an instrument (endoscope) that permits visualization of the lungs and surrounding structures. Tissue specimens are obtained and…

Inflammation of the midline partition of the chest cavity (mediastinum), usually complicating a rupture of the esophagus (gullet). Inflammation or infection of the mediastinum, such as may occur after injury to the neck, perforation of the esophagus, or after surgical procedures on the heart or lungs.  

A muscle inserted into the sclera of the eyeball.  

Towards or on the sagittal plane of the body.  

A medial projection on the condyle of the humerus.  

A fibrous arch to which the diaphragm is attached.  

Poisoning by opium or morphine. Poisoning from the effects of eating or smoking opium or the products derived from it, especially morphine.  

A congenital formation of a diverticulum in the ileum [Described 1809. After Johann Friedrich Meckel Il (1781-1833), German surgeon and anatomist.] Congenital sac protruding from the ileum (last part of the small intestine), caused by incomplete closure of the yolk sac; it occurs in about 2% of the population. It usually produces no symptoms but…

The treatment of injuries through mechanical means, such as massage and exercise machines. The use of mechanical equipment during physiotherapy to produce regularly repeated movements in part of the body. This is done to improve the functioning of muscles and joints. Use of various types of mechanical apparatus to perform passive movements and to exercise…

All the forces and processes which combine to push a foetus out of the uterus during its birth, together with the ones which oppose.