Medical and Scientific Vocabulary Flashcards
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What does 'MRI' stand for in medical imaging?
Answer: Magnetic Resonance Imaging
MRI uses magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of the body's internal structures.
What is the function of the 'myocardium'?
Answer: It is the muscular tissue of the heart responsible for pumping blood
The myocardium is the heart muscle that contracts to pump blood throughout the body.
In medical testimony, what does 'edema' refer to?
Answer: Swelling caused by excess fluid in the body's tissues
Edema is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in tissues, causing visible swelling.
What does the term 'etiology' mean in medical or scientific contexts?
Answer: The cause or origin of a disease or condition
Etiology refers to the study of causes or origins of diseases and medical conditions.
Which medical term refers to surgical repair of a body part?
Answer: -plasty
The suffix -plasty indicates surgical repair or reconstruction, as in rhinoplasty (nose reshaping).
What is 'dyspnea' as used in medical testimony?
Answer: Difficulty or labored breathing
Dyspnea is the medical term for shortness of breath or difficulty breathing.
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