Category: P

An inherited metabolic disease caused by a defect in glyoxalate metabolism. This causes an increased secretion of oxalate in the urine, renal calculi, renal failure, and generalized deficit of oxalate crystals in tissues.  

Hyperemia caused by decreased drainage of blood. Congestion caused by a blockage in the venous blood flow, also known as cyanosis.  

Intentionally limiting airway pressures and tidal volumes during mechanical ventilation in order to minimize the risk of lung injury.  

A device that passively adds moisture to a CPAP device. It works best at a water temperature of at least 30°C. It is used to reduce drying of the nasal passages.  

The horn-shaped portion of the gray matter of the dorsal part of the spinal cord.  

Any of the hormones secreted by the posterior lobe of the pituitary (e.g., vasopressin and oxytocin).  

A hormone produced by the islets of Langerhans of the pancreas.  

A dislocation of the hip onto the dorsum ilii or sciatic notch. Most posterior hip dislocations occur when the hip is flexed and adducted and a violent longitudinal force is applied to the femur that forces the femoral head posterior relative to the acetabulum. This mechanism is often seen in automobile accidents.  

A hernia located between the parietal peritoneum and the transversalis fascia.  

A hernia of Douglas’ sac downward between the rectum and posterior vaginal wall.