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Cicatricial
Refers to a scar or the nature of a scar.
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Cholecystogram
A diagnostic radiographic study of the gallbladder. An X-ray photograph of the gall bladder. Radiological study of the gallbladder and bile ducts. A radiograph of the gallbladder. This procedure is being replaced by ultrasonography.
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Cholangiogram
A diagnostic radiographic study of the gallbladder and bile ducts.
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Cheilectomy
Surgical removal of abnormal bone around a joint; also refers to surgical removal of a lip. Surgical removal of osteophytes; the scraping away of bony irregularities. Surgical removal of abnormal bone around a joint to facilitate joint mobility.
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Cerclage
Encircling of the cervix with a metal ring or suture ring to treat cervical incompetence during pregnancy to help prevent spontaneous abortion. The act of tying things together with a ring.
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Catatonic posturing
A state of not being able to move, with the assumption of a rigid, often bizarre posture.
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Cardiac sphincter
The circular muscle at the opening of the esophagus into the stomach. A muscular ring in the esophagus that prevents reflux of food from the stomach; also known as the lower esophageal sphincter.
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Bronchoscopy
Examination of the bronchial tree with a bronchoscope to obtain a biopsy, remove an obstruction, or diagnose a disease. An examination of the bronchi using an instrument called the bronchoscope. An examination of a person’s bronchi using a bronchoscope. Examination of the bronchi through a special device (bronchoscope). Sometimes samples of tissue or fluid are…
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Blood urea nitrogen
A measurement of urea nitrogen (a substance formed during protein breakdown) in the serum or plasma; an elevated BUN level may indicate impaired renal function. Biochemical test used to evaluate renal excretory capacity and to diagnose renal disease. The level of urea in the blood is 8-20 mg/dL or 2.86-7.14 mmol/L. Amount of nitrogenous material…
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Blood gases
The gases present in the blood that are a result of use of oxygen and production of carbon dioxide during metabolism; the blood is analyzed for evidence of deviations (acidosis or alkalosis) from normal levels. Gases dissolved in the blood that maintain its acid-base balance. A laboratory test that measures the amounts of oxygen and…
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