Chest tube insertion
... insertion - series Illustrations: The pleura l
space is the
space between the inner and outer lining of the lung. ... - Series: Normal anatomy The pleura l
space is ...
Hematoma
... hematoma is a collection of blood in the
space between the nailbed and fingernail. Subungual ... rupture s. This causes slow bleeding into the
space between the dura and the brain. Over time, the ... Once the neuroma is removed, the empty
space may fill with blood , resulting in a painful ...
Pleura
... protects and cushions the lungs ). The pleura l
space is normally filled with a small amount of fluid. ... is performed when infection of the pleura l
space is suspected or when an abnormal collection of ... inflamed. Air may also get into the pleura l
space from outside of the body too. This is becoming ...
Thoracentesis
... is a procedure to remove fluid from the
space between the lining of the outside of the lungs ... Thoracentesis : The removal of fluid from the
space between the lining of the chest and the lung, ... the chest wall to obtain fluid from the
space around the lungs . Your health care provider ...
Blister
... or face, caused by a virus . Also called a fever blister . Epidural
space The
space surrounding the spinal fluid sac . Shingles blister s are quite ...
Cavity
... Cavity , abdominal: The cavity within the abdomen , the
space between the abdominal wall and the spine. The oral cavity extends ... not be noticed until it begins to be painful. peritoneal cavity The
space within the abdomen that contains the intestine s, the stomach , and ...
Collapsed lung
... Lung Overview A collapsed lung refers to a condition in which the
space between the wall of the chest cavity and the lung itself fills with air. ... life-threatening condition. A pneumothorax happens when air enters the
space between your rib cage and one of your lungs . A collapsed lung ( ...
Diagnose
... is diagnose d using x-ray s. Cartilage appears as a black
space between the bones in x-ray s and in patients with osteoarthritis , this
space is noticeably diminished. Osteoporosis has no early symptoms and is ...
Dizziness
... or moving). More on Dizziness Vertigo - sensations of moving in
space or of objects moving about a person and the resultant difficulty in ... motion, as sea sickness, train sickness, car sickness , air sickness, or
space MOTION SICKNESS . It may include nausea , vomiting and dizziness . ...
Empyema
... persi stent purulent discharge into a cavity such as the pleura l
space or the gallbladder . Empyema results as a complication of bacterial ... to an abscess in the lung that can spread to the pleura l cavity (the
space between the lung and the membrane that surrounds it). This condition ( ...
Injection
... pouch tumor s. An injection of an anesthetic drug into the
space between the wall of the spinal canal and the covering of the spinal cord. ... called regional anesthesia . Injection of medication into the epidural
space of the spine to numb the lower half of the body. Episiotomy : Surgical ...
Kerosene
... , but little isn't none. So, these heaters should not be used in a closed
space like a home without added ventilation. Kerosene lamps,
space heaters, wood fires, and other sources of combustion operated in enclosed ...
Mediastinum
... is a condition in which air is present in the mediastinum (the
space in the chest between the two lungs ). This can be caused by a trauma tic ... ... pneumo mediastinum - air leaks into the mediastinum (the
space in the thoracic cavity behind the sternum and between the two ...
Pneumothorax
... Definition: A pneumothorax is collection of air or gas in the
space surrounding the lungs . Pneumothorax - First aid for respiratory ... pneumothorax , insufficient buildup of pressure occurs in the pleura l
space to cause cardiovascular dysfunction. Collapsed lung , pneumothorax ...
Subarachnoid hemorrhage
... brain. Subarachnoid hemorrhage : Bleeding within the head into the
space between two membrane s that surround the brain. The bleeding is beneath ... the brain (called intra cerebral hemorrhage ) or bleeding in the
space around the brain (called subarachnoid hemorrhage ). Bleeding inside the ...
Tension pneumothorax
... collapse of the lung. It occurs when air enters, but does not leave, the
space around the lung ( pleura l space). It is alife-threatening emergency ... collapse of the lung that occurs when air enters but does not leave the
space around the lung ( pleura l space). Tension pneumothorax is a more ...
Abscess
... from the white blood cells that were carried to the area to fight the infection . Abscess es When an infection causes tissue decay, the
space left behind becomes a pocket of pus known as an abscess . The yellowish pus consists of bacteria , white blood cells and dead tissue . ...
Adenoids
... respiratory tract infections . Adenoids are similar to the tonsils . The adenoids are made up of lymph tissue and are located in the
space above the soft roof of the mouth (naso pharynx ) and cannot be seen by looking in your child's nose or throat. adenoids Gland ular tissue in ...
Alzheimer
... of intellectual faculties, such as memory, concentration, and judgment, ... ALZHEIMER 'S DISEASE SYMPTOMS"Disoriented perceptions of
space and time, inability to concentrate or communicate, and memory loss . AD7C Alzheimer diagnostic test Biochemical diagnostic test presently in ...
Anesthetic
... as effective in only 20% of people. 1 ... Regional anesthetic s include epidurals and spinals. In this technique, medication is injected into the
space around the spinal nerve s. Anesthetic / Anesthesia : Medication injected along a nerve pathway to deaden pain . Anesthetic ... By ...
Anterior
... s by the acidophilic cells in the anterior lobe of the pituitary, causing excessive growth of all the tissue s of the body. There is a
space in the front of the eye called the anterior (front) chamber. It is filled with aqueous humor, a clear liquid containing nutrients. This fluid ...
Ascites
... For: search help ... Ascites is an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomen . Description ... Ascites is excess fluid in the
space between the membrane s lining the abdomen and abdominal organ s (the peritoneal cavity ). This is typically caused by liver disease . Disorders ...
Aspirin overdose
... Medicines (such as an aspirin overdose ) Household detergents and cleaning products Carbon monoxide gas (from furnaces, gas engines, fires,
space heaters) Household plants (eating toxic plants) Paints (swallowing or inhaling fumes) Insecticide s ... The first sign of an aspirin ...
Barotitis
... BAROTITIS MEDIA - This refers to the effect of pressure on the middle ear
space (inner aspect of the ear drum). [ Med Help International ] [ Search ] [ Ask the Doctor Forums ] The medical glossary has been made possible by a ...
Bowleg
... vision loss Bone deformities, such as bowleg s and enlarged head size Fractures ... and also to check for a decreased amount of joint
space that can appear due to the reduced amount of cartilage . As the wear and weight bearing continues, the joint may wear asymmetrically and angulate ...
Brain Injury
... rehabilitation and prognosis . tbilaw.com (sponsored listing) AudioRevolution. Brain injury Tumor s and brain lesion s that occupy
space (such as hematoma s) Disorders affecting the blood vessels (such as stroke and TIA) ... Brain injury may affect any age, highest incidence ...
Breath sounds
... of heart sounds ... If the disorder is severe, there may be crackles in the lungs , decreased breath sounds , or other signs of fluid in the
space around the lungs ( pleural effusion ). If fluid has accumulated in the pericardial sac , it may show on: ... Check for normal breathing , ...
Bruising
... on in the body? Symptoms include easy bruising , bleeding gums , nosebleeds , and bleeding into muscle tissue ( hematoma ) or a joint
space (hemarthrosis). A condition caused by vitamin C deficiency . Symptoms include loss of appetite , bleeding gums , bruising , inability to ...
Bursa
... BURSA - A tissue
space (fibrous sac ) that is lined with synovia l membrane ( joint tissue ) and contains a small quantity of synovia l fluid ( joint fluid). Bursa ...
Car Sickness
... dizziness , sometimes fainting . Motion Sickness - Disorder caused by motion, as sea sickness, train sickness, car sickness , air sickness, or
space MOTION SICKNESS . It may include nausea , vomiting and dizziness . ...
Cardiac tamponade
... Cardiac tamponade Definition: Cardiac tamponade is the compress ion of the heart caused by blood or fluid accumulation in the
space between the myocardium (the muscle of the heart ) and the pericardium (the outer covering sac of the heart ). Cardiac tamponade ...
Chloride
... test for impingement involves the injection of a small amount of local anesthetic (such as novocaine or lidocaine hydro chloride ) into the
space under the acromion. Zinc Various zinc salts such as zinc oxide (relatively non toxic ), zinc acetate, zinc sulfate and zinc chloride ...
Cobalt
... alloys) that replaces the top of the femur or leg bone. Attached to this ball is a metal stem, which is inserted down into the centre or marrow
space of the femur . Gamma rays are produced when isotopes of certain elements (such as iridium and cobalt 60) release radiation energy as they ...
Cold sore
... at the borders of the mouth, ... Cold sore A small blister on the lips or face, caused by a virus . Also called a fever blister . Epidural
space ... If you have a cold sore , do not put your fingers to your eyes , because that could spread the infection . If there is any suspicion that ...
Colon
... wall. Colon ic polyp s are growths of tissue that project from the lining of the colon (a section of the large intestine ) into the
space inside the bowel . Polyp s may also occur in the rectum , another section of the large intestine . Colon Cancer Screening Alternate Names ...
Contagious diseases
... jaundice , pleurisy , pneumonia , ... Of greater concern are studies suggesting that the prolonged time (8 hours or more) spent in the confined
space of an airplane plus the close proximity to co-passengers from the entire world may facilitate the spread of serious contagious diseases , ... The ...
Cyst
... of ovarian cyst . It results from the growth of a follicle. A follicle is the fluid-filled cyst that contains an egg. CYST - A sac or
space (commonly in the lower layer of the skin ) that contains fluid or semi-solid material. [ Med Help International ] [ Search ] [ Ask the Doctor Forums ...
CSF cell count
... is a test to measure the number of red and white blood cells that are in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). CSF is a clear fluid that circulates in the
space surrounding the spinal cord and brain. CSF Cell Count See all Pictures & Images Why is the Test Performed? ...
Earache
... or partial hearing loss Bleeding or discharge from the ear canal ... OTITIS MEDIA - Infection and inflammation of the middle ear
space and ear drum. Symptoms include earache , fever , and in some cases, diminished hearing . [ Med Help International ] [ Search ] [ Ask the Doctor ...
Eardrum
... which is deep inside the head at the end of the ear canal. Its temperature is very close to the "core" reading. The middle ear is an air-filled
space formed by bone and the tympanic membrane or eardrum . It is connected to the throat by a tube called the eustachian tube . This acute ...