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ex: Femoral |
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Pertaining to
ex: Patellar |
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Surgical puncture to aspirate fluid
ex: Arthrocentesis- surgical puncture of a joint to remove fluid, often used to relieve swelling or analyze joint conditions. |
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Break
ex: Osteoclast- is a surgical breaking of bone tissue to correct deformities or aid in the healing process in severe cases |
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Break
ex: Osteclast- a specialized bone cell that breaks down bone tissue during remodel and repair |
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Surgical fixation, fusion
ex: Arthrodesis- surgical fusion of a joint to provide stability and reduce pain, often used for severe arthritis |
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Excision, Surgical removal, Cutting out
ex: Tenectomy- Surgical removal of a part of a tendon, often performed to treat chronic tendon inflammation or injury |
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The record, Radiographic image
ex: Myogram- A record of muscle contraction activity, often used to diagnose neuromuscular disorders |
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Process of recording, Radiographic imaging
ex: Arthrography-Imaging of a joint using contrasting dye to assess joint structures such as cartilage, ligaments and bones |
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Pertaining to
ex: Thoracic- Pertaining to the thorax (chest), which houses the lungs, heart, and other vital structures |
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Inflammation
ex: Myositis- Inflammation of muscle tissue, which can be caused by infections, auto immune disorders or trauma |
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Loosening, Seperating, Dissolution
ex: Osteolysis- Destruction or Dissolution of bone tissue, often seen in conditions like bone metastasis or infection |
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Softening
ex: Chondromalacia- Softnening of cartilage; particularly in the knee, leading to the pain and difficulty with movement |
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Resembling
ex: Myleoid- Resembling bone marrow often used to describe cells or tissues related to hematopoises |
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Tumor
ex: Rhabomyoma- A benign tumor of muscle tissue, typically found in the heart or skeletal muscles |
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Abnormal condition
ex: Scoliosis- Abnormal curvature of the spine, which can cause back pain, reduced mobility, and postural issues |
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Abnormal Reduction
ex: Sarcopenia- Loss of muscle mass and strength, often associated with aging, inactivity, or poor nutrition |
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Growth
ex: Epiphsis- The growth end of a long one, critical during childhood and adolescence for bone elongation |
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Surgical Repair
ex: Myoplasty- Surgical repair or reconstruction of damaged or weakend muscle tissue |
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Suturing, Repairing
ex: Tenorrhaphy- Suturing of a torn or severed tendon to restore function and stability |
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Malignant Tumor
ex: Osteosarcoma- A malignant bone tumor commonly affecting children and young adults, requiring surgical and medical treatment |
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Process of viewing, visual examination of a joint using a specialized intrument to diagnose and treat joint conditions |
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Incision, Cut into
ex: Motomy- Surgical incision into a muscle, often performed to relieve tightness or treat muscle disorders |
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Nourishment, development
ex: Hypertrophy- Excessive development of tissue or an organ, commonly referring to increased muscle size due to exercise or compensatory growth |
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