Category: C

A group of inherited chronic diseases marked by disintegration of red blood cells, jaundice, splenomegaly, and gallstones. Hereditary spherocytosis is the most common of these hemolytic diseases. Other congenital hemolytic anemias include congenital elliptocytosis, hereditary stomatocytosis, and hemolytic anemias due to enzymatic defects of the red cell, of which G-6-PD and pyruvate kinase deficiency are…

The comparison of similar body structures as they are found both in embryos and in the adult forms of different animals. Comparative anatomy is used to explore the hypothesis that through natural selection organisms evolved from one another. The analysis of anatomical differences between various animals.  

An arterial anastomosis on the back of the thigh, formed by the medial femoral circumflex, inferior gluteal, lateral femoral circumflex, and first perforating arteries.  

An automated chemical analyzer in which the samples and reagents are pumped continuously through a system of modules interconnected by tubing.  

Analgesia to reduce the pain of childbirth. The anesthetic is injected continuously into the epidural space at the sacral hiatus.  

Amputation of parts of the fetus in utero, formerly believed to be caused by constricting bands but now believed to be a developmental defect. The detachment of a body part, such as a limb, finger, or toe, from the rest of the body occurs when the blood supply to that specific part is obstructed within…

An amino acid that becomes essential when a specific clinical condition is present.  

Amblyopia of one eye with hemianesthesia of the opposite side of the face.  

Loss of hair due to formation of scar tissue.  

A type IV hypersensitivity reaction following direct contact with an allergen, most frequently involving the skin.