Category: I
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Intraocular retinoblastoma
A form of cancer confined exclusively to the eye without metastasis to other body regions.
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Intracerebral hemorrhage
A form of stroke known as intracerebral hemorrhage, occurring due to bleeding within the brain.
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Intracellular parasite
A creature that can solely nourish itself and exist within the cellular environment of another organism.
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Intra-aortic balloon pump
A transient apparatus inserted into the femoral artery and directed upwards towards the aorta. This device consists of a small balloon that aids in enhancing heart contractions by sustaining improved blood pressure.
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Intestinal microflora
The collection of bacteria and other microorganisms that inhabit the gastrointestinal tract of the human body.
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Intestinal dysbiosis
A disruption in the equilibrium of diverse microorganisms residing within the digestive tract.
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Interstitial radiation therapy
Brachytherapy is the technique of directly implanting radioactive sources into the tumor. These sources may be either temporary, removed once the desired dosage is achieved, or permanent.
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Interstitial lung disease
Interstitial lung disease represents a group of respiratory disorders that have the potential to result in respiratory or cardiac failure. Various factors such as lung injury due to foreign substances like asbestos fibers, lung infections, cancers, or genetic disorders can contribute to the development of one of the 180 distinct conditions categorized under interstitial lung…
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Interferon alpha
A naturally occurring compound synthesized by the immune system, which is also produced as a pharmaceutical medication.
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Integumentary
The integumentary system encompasses the skin, which serves as the principal protective barrier separating the body from the external environment.