Category: L

A genus of bloodsucking sandflies. They are vectors of leishmaniasis and Oroyo fever.  

An ovarian tumor containing lutein cells.  

Something that promotes disintegration of the corpus luteum.  

The process of development of the corpus luteum within a ruptured graafian follicle. The transformation of lutein within the egg cavity, also known as the Graafian follicle.  

Concerning the corpus luteum of the ovary.  

A deficiency in either the amount or the duration of postovulatory progesterone secretion by the corpus luteum. Insufficient hormonal stimulation results in inadequate preparation of the endometrium for successful implantation and support of the growing embryo. This rare condition is associated with infertility or habitual spontaneous first-trimester abortion.  

Wires used in the surgical stabilization of scoliosis. Transverse traction on each vertebra is accomplished by wrapping flexible wires around the affected vertebrae and attaching the wires to flexible rods.  

A cluster of symptoms resembling an autoimmune disease (including arthritis, pleural or pericardial effusions, and rashes) sometimes seen in patients with widespread malignancy.  

A deeply scarring, atrophic rash occasionally found in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, caused by inflammation of subcutaneous fatty tissue.  

One of two narrow portions on the free edges of the semilunar valves on each side of the nodulus.