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dys-
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Painful, abnormal, difficult
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endo-
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Within, in
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Hemi-
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Half
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hyper-
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Excessive or above normal
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hypo-
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Below normal or deficient
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mal-
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Bad or poor
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para-
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Beside, near, or abnormal
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peri-
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Around or surrounding
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sub-
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Under, below
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trans-
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Across or through
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An-/ A-
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Without, lack of
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Dia-
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Through, complete
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Poly-
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Many, excessive
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Noct-
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Night
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Oligo-
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Few or scanty
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-ac
Definition
Pertaining to
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-al
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Pertaining to
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-cele
Definition
Hernia, protrusion
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-centesis
Definition
Surgical puncture to aspirate
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-eal
Definition
pertaining to
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-ectomy
Definition
excison
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-gram
Definition
record, radiographic image
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-graphy
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Process of recording
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-ia
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Condition of, diseased state, abnormal state
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-iasis
Definition
Condition
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-ic
Definition
Pertaining to
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-itis
Definition
Inflammation
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-logist
Definition
Specialist who studies and treats
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-logy
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Study of
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-malacia
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Softening
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-megaly
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Enlargement
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-oma
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Tumor
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-osis
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Abnormal condition
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-pathy
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Disease
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-phagia
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Eating or swallowing
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-plasty
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Surgical repair
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-ptosis
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Prolapse, drooping
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-rrhaphy
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Suturing, repairing
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-rrhea
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Flow, discharge
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-scope
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Instrument used for visualization
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-scopy
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Processes of viewing, visualization
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=stomy
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Creation of an artificial opening
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-tomy
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Incision, cut into
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-ary
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Pertaining to
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-emia
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in the blood
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-esis
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condition
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-lith
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stone
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-lysis
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Loosening, dissolution, separating
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-pexy
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Surgical fixation, suspension
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-scopic
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Pertaining to visual examination
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-tripsy
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Surgical Crushing
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-uria
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Urine, urination
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hepat/o
Definition
liver
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herni/o
Definition
hernia
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lapar/o
Definition
Abdomen, Abdominal cavity
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lingu/o
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Tongue
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or/o
Definition
Mouth
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palat/o
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Palate
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pancreat/o
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Pancreas
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peritone/o
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Peritoneum
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polyp/o
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Polyp, small growth
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Proct/o
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Rectum
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pylor/o
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Pylorus, pyloric sphincter
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rect/o
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Rectum
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sial/o
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Saliva, salivary gland
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steat/o
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Fat
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stomat/o
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Month
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uvul/o
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Uvula
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xer/o
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Dryness
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albumin/o
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Albumin
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azot/o
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Urea, nitrogen
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blast/o
Definition
Developing cell, germ cell
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cyst/o
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Bladder, sac
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glomerul/o
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Glomerulus
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glyc/o, glycos/o
Definition
sugar
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hydro/o
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water
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lith/o
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Stone, calculus
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Nephr/o
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Kidney
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noct/o
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Night
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py/o
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pus
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pyel/o
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Renal pelvis
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ren/o
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Kidney
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ur/o
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urine, urinary tract
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ureter/o
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Ureter
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urethr/o
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Urethra
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vesic/o
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Bladder, sac
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BMI=Body Mass Index
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A measurement of body fat based on height and weight, used to assess whether an individual is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese.
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EGD= Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Definition
A diagnostic procedure in which a flexible endoscope is used to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine (duodenum)
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FTT= Failure to Thrive
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A condition in infants or children characterized by insufficient weight gain or growth, often caused by inadequate nutrition or underlying medical conditions
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GERD= Gastroesophageal
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A chronic condition in which stomach acid or bile flows back into the esophagus, causing symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation, and difficulty swallowing.
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GI= Gastrointestinal
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Referring to the digestive system, which includes the stomach, intestines, and associated organs involved in digestion and nutrient absorption.
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IH= Inguinal Hernia
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A condition in which a portion of the intestine or abdominal tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the inguinal canal, causing a bulge in the groin.
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IBD= Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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A group of chronic inflammatory conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract, primarily including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
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IBS= Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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A common functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits (constipation, diarrhea, or both).
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NG Tube= Nasogastric Tube
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A tube inserted through the nose into the stomach, used for feeding, administering medications, or draining stomach contents.
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NAFLD= Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
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A condition characterized by excess fat accumulation in the liver not caused by alcohol consumption, often associated with obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.
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PUD= Peptic Ulcer Disease
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A condition characterized by open sores or ulcers in the lining of the stomach or duodenum, often caused by Helicobacter pylori infection or the use of NSAIDs.
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PN= Parenteral Nutrition
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A method of providing nutrition intravenously, bypassing the digestive tract, often used in patients with severe gastrointestinal conditions or after surgery.
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UC= Ulcerative Colitis
Definition
A form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes chronic inflammation and ulcers in the colon and rectum, leading to symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding.
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Brunner's Glands
Definition
Named After: Johann Conrad Brunner, a Swiss anatomist. Glands in the duodenum that secrete alkaline mucus to protect the intestinal lining. These glands help neutralize stomach acid in the small intestine, playing a key role in preventing damage to the intestinal mucosa.
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Crohn's Disease
Definition
Named After: Burrill Crohn, an American gastroenterologist. A chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract, often affecting the ileum and colon. Symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, and malnutrition. It is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
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Gilbert's Syndrome
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Named After: Augustin Nicolas Gilbert, a French physician. A hereditary liver disorder resulting in mildly elevated bilirubin levels, typically without significant symptoms. It is often detected incidentally during routine blood tests and is usually benign.
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Whipple Procrdure
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Named After: Allen Whipple, an American surgeon.
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BPH= Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Definition
A sudden loss of kidney function, leading to the accumulation of waste products in the blood and an imbalance of electrolytes. It is often reversible with prompt treatment.
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Cath= Catheterization
Definition
A non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland, common in older men, that can cause urinary symptoms such as difficulty starting urination or a weak urine stream.
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CKD= Chronic Kidney Disease
Definition
A long-term condition characterized by the gradual loss of kidney function over time, potentially leading to end-stage renal disease if untreated.
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DRE= Digital Rectal Examination
Definition
A diagnostic procedure in which a thin, flexible scope is inserted through the urethra to examine the bladder and urethra for abnormalities.
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ESRD=End-Stage
Definition
A manual exam where a healthcare provider inserts a finger into the rectum to check for abnormalities in the prostate gland or rectal area
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Cysto= Cystoscopy
Definition
A long-term condition characterized by the gradual loss of kidney function over time, potentially leading to end-stage renal disease if untreated
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ESWL= Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy
Definition
The final stage of chronic kidney disease, where the kidneys can no longer support the body's needs, often requiring dialysis or kidney transplantation.
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PKD= Polycystic
Definition
A non-invasive procedure that uses shock waves to break up kidney stones into smaller pieces, allowing them to pass through the urinary tract.
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TURP= Transurethral Resection of the Prostate
Definition
A genetic disorder characterized by the development of fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys, which can lead to kidney enlargement and impaired function.
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UTI= Urinary Tract Infection
Definition
A surgical procedure to remove part of the prostate gland through the urethra to relieve symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate (BPH).
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Bartter Syndrome
Definition
An infection affecting any part of the urinary system, including the bladder, urethra, or kidneys, commonly causing symptoms like painful urination and frequent urges to urinate. Named After: Frederic Bartter, an American endocrinologist.
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Bowman's Capsule
Definition
A rare genetic condition affecting the kidneys' ability to reabsorb sodium, leading to hypokalemia, metabolic alkalosis, and dehydration. Symptoms include muscle weakness, growth delays, and excessive urination, typically diagnosed in childhood. Named After: Sir William Bowman, an English surgeon.
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Henle's Loop
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A cup-shaped structure in the nephron of the kidney that surrounds the glomerulus and collects the filtrate from blood plasma. They are integral to the filtration process in the kidneys, initiating urine formation. Named After: Friedrich Gustav Jakob Henle, a German anatomist.
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