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- PT Therapy
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"PT Therapy" is more commonly referred to as "Physical Therapy" in the medical community.
Physical Therapy
Also Known As: "Physiotherapy"
Treatment of muscular, nerve and skeletal disorders to restore physical function and prevent disability.
More Information on Physical Therapy: Pain Management
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- PT Time
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"PT Time" is more commonly referred to as "Prothrombin Time" in the medical community.
Prothrombin Time
Also Known As: "Partial Thromboplastin Time, PCT, Partial Prothrombin Time, APTT, Pro-Time, PPT"
One of several blood tests that measure the time it takes for blood to clot. Results are adjusted with the international normalization ratio (INR), which physicians use to monitor patients on anticoagulant therapy.
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- PTC
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"PTC" is more commonly referred to as "Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiography" in the medical community.
Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiography
A series of x-rays of the gallbladder and bile ducts using a contrast medium injected into the bile ducts through the abdomen to help detect blockages.
More Information on Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiography: Liver, Pancreas & Biliary
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- PTCA
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"PTCA" is more commonly referred to as "Balloon Angioplasty" in the medical community.
Balloon Angioplasty
Also Known As: "Coronary Angioplasty, Cerebral Angioplasty, Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty, Angioplasty, Peripheral Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty, Balloon Dilation"
A procedure for the treatment of narrowed arteries. A balloon-tipped catheter is inserted into an artery, most commonly the coronary arteries, to press plaque back against the vessel wall. This widens or unblocks the artery to restore blood flow.
More Information on Balloon Angioplasty: Catheter Tests & Procedures
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- PTCD
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"PTCD" is more commonly referred to as "Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiodrainage" in the medical community.
Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiodrainage
Also Known As: "Percutaneous Transhepatic Biliary Drainage"
A procedure to drain fluid and relief pressure caused by blockage of a bile duct. It may be used to relieve symptoms (e.g., jaundice) before surgery to remove the blockage.
More Information on Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiodrainage: Liver, Pancreas & Biliary
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- PTH
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"PTH" is more commonly referred to as "Parathyroid Hormone" in the medical community.
Parathyroid Hormone
A hormone secreted by the parathyroid glands when blood calcium levels fall. It stimulates bone to release calcium and the intestines to absorb calcium. At the same time, it decreases calcium excretion by the kidneys.
More Information on Parathyroid Hormone: Thyroid & Parathyroid
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- PTL
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"PTL" is more commonly referred to as "Premature Labor" in the medical community.
Premature Labor
Also Known As: "Preterm Labor"
Labor that begins before the 37th week of gestation.
More Information on Premature Labor: Pregnancy Basics
- + Ptosis
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- Ptosis
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Droopy eyelids caused by muscle weakness that can affect vision if severe enough.
More Information on Ptosis: Eye Conditions
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- PTSD
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"PTSD" is more commonly referred to as "Post Traumatic Stress Disorder" in the medical community.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Also Known As: "Shell Shock, Combat Fatigue, Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome, PTSS"
Psychiatric illness that occurs after a traumatic event in which the threat of injury or death was present. It may occur soon after the trauma or be delayed for months. Symptoms can last for a few months or be ongoing.
More Information on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: Anxiety Disorders
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- PTSD & Children
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"PTSD & Children" is more commonly referred to as "Post Traumatic Stress Disorder & Children" in the medical community.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder & Children
Children who witness violence or other trauma in their families or communities are vulnerable to PTSD and associated long-term problems. Early intervention with medical treatment is critical to healing.
More Information on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder & Children: Anxiety Disorders
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- PTSS
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"PTSS" is more commonly referred to as "Post Traumatic Stress Disorder" in the medical community.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Also Known As: "Shell Shock, PTSD, Combat Fatigue, Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome"
Psychiatric illness that occurs after a traumatic event in which the threat of injury or death was present. It may occur soon after the trauma or be delayed for months. Symptoms can last for a few months or be ongoing.
More Information on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: Anxiety Disorders
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- Puberty
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The normal process of physical development in children after which sexual reproduction becomes possible.
More Information on Puberty: Puberty & Sexual Maturity
- + Pubic Bone Osteomyelitis
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- Pubic Bone Osteomyelitis
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"Pubic Bone Osteomyelitis" is more commonly referred to as "Osteomyelitis Pubis" in the medical community.
Osteomyelitis Pubis
Infection of the pubic bone which may occur after pelvic operations.
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- Pubic Crabs
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Also Known As: "Crabs, Genital Lice, Pediculus Pubis, Genital Crabs, Pediculus Pubis Infestation, Genital Louse, Pubic Louse"
Infestation of the pelvic region by tiny parasites (Pediculus humanus corporis). It spreads through close contact with other people. These are the same insects that cause head lice or body lice.
More Information on Pubic Crabs: STD & Genital Infections
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- Pubic Lice
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Also Known As: "Crabs, Genital Lice, Pediculus Pubis, Pubic Louse, Genital Crabs, Pediculus Pubis Infestation, Genital Louse, Pubic Crabs"
Infestation of the pelvic region by tiny parasites (Pediculus humanus corporis). It spreads through close contact with other people. These are the same insects that cause head lice or body lice.
More Information on Pubic Lice: STD & Genital Infections
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- Pubic Louse
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Also Known As: "Crabs, Genital Lice, Pediculus Pubis, Genital Crabs, Pediculus Pubis Infestation, Genital Louse, Pubic Crabs"
Infestation of the pelvic region by tiny parasites (Pediculus humanus corporis). It spreads through close contact with other people. These are the same insects that cause head lice or body lice.
More Information on Pubic Louse: STD & Genital Infections
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- Pubiotomy
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"Pubiotomy" is more commonly referred to as "Pelviotomy" in the medical community.
Pelviotomy
Also Known As: "Symphysiotomy, Pelvioplasty"
Surgical enlargement of the pelvic outlet to ease childbirth.
More Information on Pelviotomy: Pregnancy Basics
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- Pulled Groin Muscle
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Also Known As: "Groin Muscle Strain, Groin Muscle Sprain"
An injury to the muscles of the inner thigh that occurs when the muscles are stretched too far, or strained. The condition usually heals on its own with proper rest.
More Information on Pulled Groin Muscle: Arm & Leg Pain
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- Pulled Hamstring
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Also Known As: "Hamstring Muscle Strain, Hamstring Muscle Sprain"
A strain or tear of the muscles or tendons at the back of the knee. Mild injuries may feel like a tightening while more severe injuries result in sharp pain or temporary inability to walk. Treatments may include rest and rehabilitation or surgery.
More Information on Pulled Hamstring: Arm & Leg Pain
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- Pulled Tooth
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"Pulled Tooth" is more commonly referred to as "Tooth Extraction" in the medical community.
Tooth Extraction
Removal of one or more teeth from their sockets in the bone. This is typically performed when the tooth is too damaged to be saved, but there are other reasons as well.
More Information on Tooth Extraction: Bridges, Dentures & Implants
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- Pulmonary
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Of, concerning, or involving the lungs.
More Information on Pulmonary: Breathing & Lung
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- Pulmonary Angiogram
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Also Known As: "Pulmonary Angiography, Pulmonary Arteriography"
A test used to visualize any blood clots in the lung on x-rays. A dye is injected through a catheter and into the pulmonary artery to enhance the image of any blood clots present in the lung.
More Information on Pulmonary Angiogram: Heart Imaging & Rhythm Tests
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- Pulmonary Angiography
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Also Known As: "Pulmonary Arteriography"
A test used to visualize any blood clots in the lung on x-rays. A dye is injected through a catheter and into the pulmonary artery to enhance the image of any blood clots present in the lung.
More Information on Pulmonary Angiography: Heart Imaging & Rhythm Tests
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- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
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Also Known As: "Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension, PAH, Ayerza Syndrome, Primary Pulmonary Hypertension, Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension"
High blood pressure in the blood vessels of the lungs. Primary PH has no known cause. Secondary PH is caused by an underlying heart condition, lung disease or pulmonary embolism. PH can result in right-side heart failure (cor pulmonale) over time.
More Information on Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension: Breathing & Lung
- + Pulmonary Arterial Web
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- Pulmonary Arterial Web
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A web-like defect caused by a past pulmonary embolism (a blockage in a blood vessel within the lungs, which traveled from elsewhere in the body). It can be seen on a pulmonary angiogram (special x-ray of the lungs).
More Information on Pulmonary Arterial Web: Heart Imaging & Rhythm Tests
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- Pulmonary Arteriography
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Also Known As: "Pulmonary Angiography"
A test used to visualize any blood clots in the lung on x-rays. A dye is injected through a catheter and into the pulmonary artery to enhance the image of any blood clots present in the lung.
More Information on Pulmonary Arteriography: Heart Imaging & Rhythm Tests
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- Pulmonary Artery
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Also Known As: "Pulmonary Root"
One of the two "great vessels" of the heart (along with the aorta). It takes blood from the right ventricle to the lungs to receive oxygen.
More Information on Pulmonary Artery: Breathing & Lung
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- Pulmonary Artery Banding
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A minimally invasive surgery used to treat some patients with congestive heart failure. A narrow tape of fabric (or "band") is placed around the pulmonary artery and tightened so that its pressure is exactly one half of the pressure in the aorta.
More Information on Pulmonary Artery Banding: Heart Failure
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- Pulmonary Artery Wedge Pressure
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Also Known As: "PAWP, Left Atrial Pressure, Atrial Pressure"
An indirect measurement of pressure in the left atrium, because direct measurement is rather risky. A balloon-tipped catheter is inserted into the pulmonary artery, and the balloon is inflated, wedging itself in. Pressure can then be measured.
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- Pulmonary Atresia
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A heart defect in which the pulmonic valve is completely closed. Without this valve, oxygen-poor blood cannot be pumped from the right ventricle into the pulmonary artery.
More Information on Pulmonary Atresia: Pediatric Heart
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- Pulmonary Autograft
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"Pulmonary Autograft" is more commonly referred to as "Ross Procedure" in the medical community.
Ross Procedure
Also Known As: "Ross Operation, Pulmonary Autotransplant"
A surgery that replaces a severely defective aortic valve. The defective aortic valve is replaced by the patient's own pulmonary valve, which is then replaced with a valve from another human body.
More Information on Ross Procedure: Pediatric Heart
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- Pulmonary Autotransplant
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"Pulmonary Autotransplant" is more commonly referred to as "Ross Procedure" in the medical community.
Ross Procedure
Also Known As: "Ross Operation, Pulmonary Autograft"
A surgery that replaces a severely defective aortic valve. The defective aortic valve is replaced by the patient's own pulmonary valve, which is then replaced with a valve from another human body.
More Information on Ross Procedure: Pediatric Heart
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- Pulmonary Congestion
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A buildup of blood or fluid in the lungs, due to cardiac inefficiency and inadequate blood flow. This can either lead to, or be a symptom of, congestive heart failure.
More Information on Pulmonary Congestion: Breathing & Lung
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- Pulmonary Edema
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A condition in which the tissues of the lungs become filled with fluid, often leading to swelling. This can signal a serious underlying cause, such as heart failure.
More Information on Pulmonary Edema: Breathing & Lung
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- Pulmonary Embolism
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A sudden blocking of an artery of the lung by a foreign substance, such as a blood clot, which has traveled through the bloodstream from another part of the body.
More Information on Pulmonary Embolism: Blood Clot
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- Pulmonary Function Test
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Also Known As: "Forced Expirogram, PFT, Lung Function Test"
A painless strategy for measuring lung function. This test can help to determine the severity of lung disease, evaluate a patient's progress while being treated and measure lung capacity before surgery.
More Information on Pulmonary Function Test: Lung Tests
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- Pulmonary Hypertension
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Also Known As: "Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension, PAH, Ayerza Syndrome, Primary Pulmonary Hypertension, Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension"
High blood pressure in the blood vessels of the lungs. Primary PH has no known cause. Secondary PH is caused by an underlying heart condition, lung disease or pulmonary embolism. PH can result in right-side heart failure (cor pulmonale) over time.
More Information on Pulmonary Hypertension: Breathing & Lung
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- Pulmonary Infarction
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An area of tissue in the lungs that dies from a lack of oxygen. This is usually the result of a pulmonary embolism, usually a blood clot that traveled from another part of the body and is blocking the flow of blood to the lungs.
More Information on Pulmonary Infarction: Breathing & Lung
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- Pulmonary Insufficiency
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Also Known As: "Pulmonary Valve Insufficiency"
A condition in which the pulmonic valve (located between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery) does not close tightly. This allows blood to leak back into the right ventricle instead of out the pulmonary artery and to the lungs.
More Information on Pulmonary Insufficiency: Heart Valve
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- Pulmonary Nocardiosis
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"Pulmonary Nocardiosis" is more commonly referred to as "Nocardiosis" in the medical community.
Nocardiosis
Also Known As: "Systemic Nocardiosis, Nocardia Infection"
Infectious disease caused by the Nocardia asteroides bacteria or other species that affects either the lungs (pulmonary) or the whole body (systemic nocardiosis). Infection may occur through inhalation or exposure to contaminated soil.
More Information on Nocardiosis: Pneumonia & Lung Infection
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- Pulmonary Regurgitation
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Also Known As: "Pulmonary Valve Insufficiency, Pulmonary Insufficiency"
A condition in which the pulmonic valve (located between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery) does not close tightly. This allows blood to leak back into the right ventricle instead of out the pulmonary artery and to the lungs.
More Information on Pulmonary Regurgitation: Heart Valve
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- Pulmonary Root
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One of the two "great vessels" of the heart (along with the aorta). It takes blood from the right ventricle to the lungs to receive oxygen.
More Information on Pulmonary Root: Breathing & Lung
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- Pulmonary Sulcus Tumor
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"Pulmonary Sulcus Tumor" is more commonly referred to as "Pancoast Tumor" in the medical community.
Pancoast Tumor
Also Known As: "Superior Sulcus Tumors"
A type of non-small-cell lung cancer that begins in the area of the lungs called the superior sulcus.
More Information on Pancoast Tumor: Lung & Chest Cancer
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- Pulmonary System
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Healthy lungs are vital to the optimal performance of the heart. The pulmonary system restores oxygen to the blood every time it circulates through the body. The improper functioning of this system can lead to heart or heart-threatening illnesses.
More Information on Pulmonary System: Breathing & Lung
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- Pulmonary Valve
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One of the heart's four valves. The pulmonic valve normally swings open to allow the smooth passage of blood from the right ventricle to the pulmonary artery, then closes. Blood should flow only in one direction and only at the right time.
More Information on Pulmonary Valve: Heart Valve
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- Pulmonary Valve Insufficiency
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Also Known As: "Pulmonary Insufficiency"
A condition in which the pulmonic valve (located between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery) does not close tightly. This allows blood to leak back into the right ventricle instead of out the pulmonary artery and to the lungs.
More Information on Pulmonary Valve Insufficiency: Heart Valve
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- Pulmonary Vein
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One of the four veins that carry oxygen-rich blood from the lungs back to the left atrium (upper-left chamber) of the heart.
More Information on Pulmonary Vein: Breathing & Lung
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- Pulmonary Veno Occlusive Disease
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A progressive obstruction or blockage of the pulmonary veins. The cause is unknown. It leads to narrowing of the pulmonary veins and lung congestion.
- + Pulmonary Ventilation & Perfusion Scan
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- Pulmonary Ventilation & Perfusion Scan
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Also Known As: "Perfusion Scintigram, V/Q Scan, Ventilation Scintiscan"
Two radionuclide imaging tests of the lungs usually given together to detect pulmonary emboli. Pulmonary ventilation involves the inhalation a radioactive substance. Perfusion scans involve the injection of radioactive particles.
More Information on Pulmonary Ventilation & Perfusion Scan: Heart Imaging & Rhythm Tests
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- Pulmonic Stenosis
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Also Known As: "PS, Pulmonic Valve Stenosis, Congenital Pulmonic Stenosis"
A narrowing or blockage of the pulmonic valve, which is located between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery. This condition may be present from birth, or it may be the result of another disease.
More Information on Pulmonic Stenosis: Heart Valve
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- Pulmonic Valve
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Also Known As: "Pulmonary Valve"
One of the heart's four valves. The pulmonic valve normally swings open to allow the smooth passage of blood from the right ventricle to the pulmonary artery, then closes. Blood should flow only in one direction and only at the right time.
More Information on Pulmonic Valve: Heart Valve
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- Pulmonic Valve Stenosis
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Also Known As: "PS, Congenital Pulmonic Stenosis"
A narrowing or blockage of the pulmonic valve, which is located between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery. This condition may be present from birth, or it may be the result of another disease.
More Information on Pulmonic Valve Stenosis: Heart Valve
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- Pulp
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Also Known As: "Dental Pulp"
Soft connective tissue inside the center of the tooth that contains nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue.
More Information on Pulp: Oral Health Basics
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- Pulp Amputation
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Also Known As: "Vital Pulpotomy"
The surgical removal of some of the pulp tissue from a tooth, with the preservation of the remaining pulp.
More Information on Pulp Amputation: Oral Health Basics
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- Pulp Cavity
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The cavity inside a tooth that contains the pulp that keeps the tooth alive.
More Information on Pulp Cavity: Oral Health Basics
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- Pulpal Sensitivity
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Sensitivity of a tooth due to a reaction of the tooth's pulp to stimuli such as temperature or pressure. It generally affects only one tooth.
More Information on Pulpal Sensitivity: Oral Health Basics
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- Pulpectomy
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The surgical removal of all of the pulp tissue from the root canal of a tooth.
More Information on Pulpectomy: Oral Health Basics
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- Pulpitis
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Also Known As: "Reversible Pulpitis, Irreversible Pulpitis"
Inflammation of the pulp due to tooth decay or injury. It may be reversible (mild inflammation) or irreversible (ongoing inflammation, pressure and decreased blood flow to the pulp). The more serious form requires a root canal treatment.
More Information on Pulpitis: Oral Health Basics
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- Pulpotomy
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Also Known As: "Pulp Amputation, Vital Pulpotomy"
The surgical removal of some of the pulp tissue from a tooth, with the preservation of the remaining pulp.
More Information on Pulpotomy: Oral Health Basics
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- Pulse
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During physical examination, the physician takes the patient's pulse by placing a finger or two on the patient's wrist or neck. The pulse may provide the physician with information about possible heart problems.
More Information on Pulse: Heart Basics
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- Pulse Bounding
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"Pulse Bounding" is more commonly referred to as "Bounding Pulse" in the medical community.
Bounding Pulse
Also Known As: "Collapsing Pulse"
A pulse that becomes more intense, then suddenly returns to normal.
More Information on Bounding Pulse: Heart Basics
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- Pulse Generator
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"Pulse Generator" is more commonly referred to as "Generator" in the medical community.
Generator
Also Known As: "Pacemaker Generator, ICD Generator"
The part of a pacemaker or ICD that creates electrical impulses and sends them through wires (leads) to the electrodes on the heart. The resulting electrical shock to the heart can cause the heart to beat, or can correct an abnormal heart rhythm.
More Information on Generator: Arrhythmia
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- Pulse Oximetry
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Also Known As: "Oxygen Saturation Test"
A painless test in which a small sensor is placed on the patient's finger or earlobe to measure the amount of oxygen in the patient's blood. It works by measuring the amount of specific types of light that are absorbed by body tissue.
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- Pulse Pressure
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The difference between systolic pressure (the first number in a blood pressure reading) and diastolic pressure (the second number). Systolic pressure is usually 40 points higher than diastolic, so pulse pressure should be between 30 and 50.
More Information on Pulse Pressure: Blood Pressure
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- Pulseness Disease
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"Pulseness Disease" is more commonly referred to as "Takayasu Disease" in the medical community.
Takayasu Disease
Also Known As: "Takayasu Arteritis, Occlusive Thromboaortopathy, Aortic Arch Syndrome"
An inflammatory disease of the aorta and its branches. Its cause is unknown. It is most common in Asian women between the ages of 15 and 30, but cases have been reported worldwide.
More Information on Takayasu Disease: Heart Injuries & Infections
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- Pulsus Paradoxus
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"Pulsus Paradoxus" is more commonly referred to as "Paradoxical Pulse" in the medical community.
Paradoxical Pulse
Also Known As: "Kussmaul's Pulse"
A type of pulse that is very weak at the end of each deep breath. It may be a sign of pericarditis, an inflammation of the pericardium (a thin, fluid filled sac surrounding the heart).
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- Pump Oxygenator
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"Pump Oxygenator" is more commonly referred to as "Heart Lung Machine" in the medical community.
Heart Lung Machine
Also Known As: "Lung Heart Machine, Extracorporeal Circulation Machine, Oxygenator Bypass Machine, Heart Lung Bypass Machine"
A machine that takes over the heart's functions when the heart is stopped during open-heart surgery. A heart-lung machine enables cardiopulmonary bypass, or the procedure of circulating blood and oxygen for a patient during open-heart surgery.
More Information on Heart Lung Machine: Bypass Surgery
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- Pump Syndrome
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"Pump Syndrome" is more commonly referred to as "Postpump Syndrome" in the medical community.
Postpump Syndrome
Also Known As: "Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Acute Lung Injury, ARDS"
A potentially fatal condition that occurs in only 1 to 2 percent of people who have had bypass surgery. Researchers continue to investigate its causes and treatments.
More Information on Postpump Syndrome: Bypass Surgery
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- Pumping Chamber
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"Pumping Chamber" is more commonly referred to as "Ventricle" in the medical community.
Ventricle
Also Known As: "Right Ventricle, Left Ventricle"
One of two lower chambers of the heart. The right ventricle pumps oxygen-poor blood through the pulmonary artery and to the lungs. The left ventricle pumps oxygen-rich blood through the aorta and to the rest of the body.
More Information on Ventricle: Heart Basics
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- Punch Biopsy
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"Punch Biopsy" is more commonly referred to as "Biopsy" in the medical community.
Biopsy
Also Known As: "Surgical Biopsy, Fine Needle Aspiration, Endoscopic Biopsy, Aspiration Biopsy, Needle Biopsy, Fine Needle Biopsy, Core Biopsy"
Removal of tissue from a body area suspected of being cancerous. It can be performed in a variety of ways, including skin scraping, endoscopy, using a needle to remove a small amount of tissue or through surgery.
More Information on Biopsy: Cancer Basics
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- Puncture Closure Device
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"Puncture Closure Device" is more commonly referred to as "Hemostatic Device" in the medical community.
Hemostatic Device
Also Known As: "Vascular Sealing Device, Collagen Plug, Femoral Access Closure Device, Vascular Hemostasis Device"
A device that may be used to more quickly stop the femoral artery from bleeding after a catheter-based test or procedure.
More Information on Hemostatic Device: Catheter Tests & Procedures
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- Punctures
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"Punctures" is more commonly referred to as "Cuts & Other Common Wounds" in the medical community.
Cuts & Other Common Wounds
Also Known As: "Scratches, Scrapes, Abrasions, Lacerations"
The most common skin wounds include cuts (a break or opening in the skin), lacerations (a jagged and irregular tear), scratches (minor scrapes from sharp objects), abrasions (rubbing away of the skin) and punctures (piercing by pointed object).
More Information on Cuts & Other Common Wounds: First Aid & Safety
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- PUPPP
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"PUPPP" is more commonly referred to as "Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy" in the medical community.
Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy
A rash that typically begins as small raised bumps (papules) within stretch marks on a woman's abdomen. It is the most common specific skin rash that occurs during pregnancy.
More Information on Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy: Pregnancy Management
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- Purging
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The act of removing unwanted substances from the body. In some eating disorders, the patient will purge food from the stomach through vomiting or laxative use.
More Information on Purging: Eating Disorders
- + Purified Insulins
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- Purified Insulins
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Insulins that contain less than normal amounts of proinsulin -- the initial protein that is eventually made into insulin in the pancreas. They may be less likely to cause some problems associated with traditional insulin (e.g., allergic reactions).
More Information on Purified Insulins: Insulin
- + Purified Water
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- Purified Water
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Water processed by distillation, dionization, reverse osmosis or other process to take out minerals and other solids. Its name refers to process, not purity, since it is no more pure than tap water.
More Information on Purified Water: Water & Hydration
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- Purines
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Substances that are part of all human tissue and found in foods, such as organ meats (e.g., liver, kidneys), anchovies and herring. Excessive amounts may put some people at risk for gout.
More Information on Purines: Arthritis
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- Purple Coneflower
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"Purple Coneflower" is more commonly referred to as "Echinacea" in the medical community.
Echinacea
Also Known As: "Echinacea purpurea"
A plant believed by some to have an ability to boost the immune system. It is therefore marketed in a number cold and flu prevention and treatment products. However, there is little scientific evidence regarding its effectiveness.
More Information on Echinacea: Herbs & Supplements
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- Purpura
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Also Known As: "Petechiae, Ecchymoses"
Purplish discoloration in the skin caused when small vessels bleed near the surface of the skin. Small spots are known as petechiae and larger spots are known as ecchymoses.
More Information on Purpura: Skin Discoloration
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- Purpura Annularis Telangiectodes of Majocchi
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One of several disorders known collectively as progressive pigmentary purpura. It results in a rusty brown skin discoloration marked with tiny red dots. Effects are usually cosmetic and do not pose danger.
More Information on Purpura Annularis Telangiectodes of Majocchi: Skin Discoloration
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- Purulent Inflammation
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"Purulent Inflammation" is more commonly referred to as "Inflammation" in the medical community.
Inflammation
Also Known As: "Granulomatous Inflammation, Proliferative Inflammation, Acute Inflammation, Hyperplastic Inflammation, Pseudomembranous Inflammation, Chronic Inflammation, Interstitial Inflammation"
A reaction that occurs in the body in response to injury or disease that includes redness, swelling, pain and heat. Many health problems cause inflammation to occur in one area or throughout the body.
More Information on Inflammation: Pain Basics
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- Pustular Psoriasis
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A rare form of psoriasis characterized by clearly defined and raised bumps on the skin that are filled with pus (pustules). Th
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