Category: M

A form of cancer affecting the pleura, the protective membrane enveloping the chest cavity and encasing the lungs, which is commonly associated with exposure to asbestos.  

A distinct form of bariatric procedure entails the segmentation of a section of the stomach, which is subsequently linked to the lower segment of the small intestine. This surgical intervention aims to curtail the extent to which vital nutrients from ingested food are assimilated by the body.  

The term “macropod,” originating from the Greek language, literally translates to “large footed.” Macropods represent a fascinating group of marsupials that belong to the family Macropodidae. This diverse family encompasses a range of remarkable species, including kangaroos, wallabies, tree kangaroos, pademelons, and various others. The defining characteristic that unites these captivating creatures is their distinctive…

A machine-operated switch that reinstates regular operation to a control system following the implementation of a corrective action  

A myelographic stop is a mechanical apparatus employed alongside myelographic examinations to prevent the fluoroscopy equipment from coming into contact with or displacing the needle used for lumbar puncture.  

When an electric current passes through the primary coil and the secondary coil is positioned in close proximity to the primary coil, the secondary coil will experience an electric current flow if it intersects with the oscillating magnetic field lines. This phenomenon is referred to as mutual induction.  

Utilized for tomographic investigations, this technique enables a visual radiographic documentation of multiple films positioned within a single cassette and captured with a single exposure.  

An electrical current having many phases, for example, three-phase generator.  

A method employed for documenting CT, Ultrasound, and Nuclear Medicine procedures, typically on “8X10” film using diverse formats.    

The third electron shell surrounding the nucleus of an atom, consisting of electrons characterized by the principal quantum number 3.