Author: Glossary
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Epidurogram
A spinal x-ray examination that uses injected contrast to provide an outline of compressed nerve roots. This study is sometimes used in the evaluation of back pain.
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Epididymovesiculography
Radiography of the epididymis and seminal vesicle after introduction of a contrast medium.
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Epididymovasostomy
A surgical anastomosis between the epididymis and the vas.
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Epididymotomy
An incision into the epididymis.
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Epididymography
Radiography of the epididymis after the introduction of a contrast medium.
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Epididymodeferentectomy
Excision of the epididymis and ductus deferens.
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Epidermophyton floccosum
The causative agent of certain types of tinea, especially tinea pedis (athlete’s foot), tinea cruris, tinea unguium, and tinea corporis.
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Epidermomycosis
A skin disease caused by a fungus.
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Epidermitis
Inflammation of the superficial layers of the skin.
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Epidermatoplasty
A surgical procedure grafting pieces of epidermis with the underlying layer of the corium.