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Laparotomy |
A large incision of the abdomen to explore or remove organs and tissues. |
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Laparoscopy |
Visual examination of the abdomen using small incisions for insertion of instruments to view and remove organs and tissues. |
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Anemia |
Deficiency of red blood cells (erythrocytes) |
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Leukemia |
A cancerous condition of high numbers of abnormal white blood cells (leukocytes) |
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Leukocytosis |
Only a slight increase in normal white blood cells as a response to infection |
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Carcinoma |
A cancerous tumor arising from lining cells of internal organs. Ex. Adenocarcinoma |
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Sarcoma |
A cancerous tumor arising from bone, cartilage, muscle and fat. Ex. Osteosarcoma |
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Diagnosis |
Complete knowledge gained after examining and performing tests on a patient. |
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Prognosis |
The prediction made after the diagnosis. It forecasts and describes the likely outcome of an illness. |
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Endocrine Glands |
Secrete chemicals called hormones within the body. Ex. Thyroid, pituitary, and adrenal glands. |
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Exocrine Glanda |
Secrete chemicals to the outside of the body through ducts. Ex. Sweat, tears, and saliva |
