Radical prostatectomy
Prostatectomy - radical; Radical retropubic prostatectomy; Radical perineal prostatectomy; Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy; LRP Radical prostatectomy is surgery to remove all of the prostate gland, as well as some of the tissue around it, in ... [... more]
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Based on FDA and CDC's ongoing investigation of the Salmonella outbreak, consumers are advised: No association has been found with major national brand name jars of peanut butter sold in grocery stores. Do not eat peanut-containing products on ... [... more]
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Barium enema
Barium enema is a special x-ray of the large intestine, which includes the colon and rectum. Before x-rays are taken, a liquid called barium sulfate is placed in the rectum. The liquid is a type of contrast. Contrast highlights specific areas in ... [... more]
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Sodium hydroxide poisoning
Sodium hydroxide is a very strong chemical that is also known as lye and caustic soda. This article discusses poisoning from touching, breathing in (inhaling), or swallowing sodium hydroxide. Sodium hydroxide is found in many industrial solvents ... [... more]
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Brown recluse spider
The brown recluse spider's bite is poisonous. The scientific name for the brown recluse is The brown recluse spider prefers dark, sheltered areas such as under porches and in woodpiles. When the spider bites you, you may feel a sharp sting or ... [... more]
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Pulmonary ventilation/perfusion scan
A pulmonary ventilation/perfusion scan is a pair of nuclear scan tests. These tests use inhaled and injected radioactive material (radioisotopes) to measure breathing (ventilation) and circulation (perfusion) in all areas of the lungs. A ... [... more]
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Hydrocodone and acetaminophen overdose
Hydrocodone and acetaminophen overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of a painkiller containing both the opioid medication, hydrocodone, and acetaminophen ... [... more]
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Pulmonary function tests
Pulmonary function tests are a group of tests that measure how well the lungs take in and release air and how well they move oxygen into the blood. In a spirometry test, you breathe into a mouthpiece that is connected to an instrument called a ... [... more]
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Swollen glands
Glands - swollen; Swollen lymph nodes; Lymph nodes - swollen The term "swollen glands" refers to enlargement of one or more lymph nodes. In a child, a node is considered enlarged if it is more than 1 centimeter (0.4 inch) in diameter. Lymph [... more]
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Lung plethysmography
Pulmonary plethysmography; Static lung volume determination; Whole-body plethysmography Lung plethysmography is a test used to measure how much air you can hold in your lungs. You will sit in a small, airtight room known as a body box. You will ... [... more]
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Hypotension
Low blood pressure; Blood pressure - low; Postprandial hypotension; Orthostatic hypotension; Neurally mediated hypotension; NMH Low blood pressure, or hypotension, occurs when blood pressure during and after each heart beat is much lower than ... [... more]
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Lymphangitis
Lymphangitis is an infection of the lymph vessels (channels). It is a common complication of a bacterial infection. The lymph system is a network of organs, lymph nodes, lymph ducts, and lymph vessels (or channels) that produce and move a fluid ... [... more]
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