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Abnormal narrowing of the ureter. Narrowing of a ureter, also known as ureterostenosis or ureterostenoma.  

Presence of uric acid salts in the blood, occurring in gout. The presence in the blood of sodium urate and other urates, formed by the reaction of uric acid with bases. In gout, uratemia leads to deposition of urates in various parts of the body.  

Arthritis associated with gout.  

Agent that increases urinary flow.  

In the fetus, canal connecting the bladder and toe allantois; it remains in toe adult as an umbilical ligament. The remains of the cavity of the allantois, which usually disappears during embryonic development. In the adult it normally exists in the form of a solid fibrous cord connecting the bladder with the umbilicus, but it…

Routine use of certain barrier devices (e.g., gloves, gowns, mask, eye-shields) to prevent the transmission of infectious disease. Standard measures to prevent exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Guidelines designed to protect workers with occupational exposure to blood-borne pathogens (such as HIV and hepatitis B virus). These “universal blood and body fluid precautions” (e.g., gloves, masks, and…

Parenteral antibiotic that is a fixed combination of ampicillin and sulbactam; used in moderate to severe infections. Adverse effects include diarrhea and rash.  

The point on the abdomen where the umbilical cord is connected to the fetus; in adults it is marked by a depression or occasionally a small protrusion; also called, colloquially, belly button. Depressed point on the surface of the abdomen where the umbilical cord was formerly attached. The scar left on the abdomen when the…

Bleeding of the gums.