Category: T

Bleeding that results from the transfusion of multiple units of blood.  

A complication of monochorionic multiple pregnancies in which one fetus receives more blood flow than the other from the placenta. It is diagnosed by fetal ultrasonography: one twin’s amniotic sac has polyhydramnios (excessive amniotic fluid), while the other twin’s sac has oligohydramnios (insufficient amniotic fluid). Death of one or both twins will occur without intervention.…

Colloquial term for the point at which the risks associated with low hematocrit or hemoglobin levels outweigh the risk of an adverse reaction associated with a blood transfusion.  

To infuse blood or blood products.  

A stationary induction apparatus to change electrical energy at one voltage and current to electrical energy at another voltage and current through the medium of magnetic energy, without mechanical motion. Introducing an electrical apparatus capable of modifying voltage levels exclusively in alternating current systems. This particular device, known as a transformer, comprises multiple cells intricately…

Any area of the body where squamous epithelium meets columnar epithelium.  

The perforation of the fetal skull at the base in craniotomy. An instrument for perforating the fetal skull.  

A maneuver in performing an amputation in which a knife is passed into the soft parts and cutting is from within outward.  

The act of moving a person with limited function from one location to another. This may be accomplished by the patient or with assistance.  

A device used to bridge the space between a wheelchair and a bed, toilet, or car seat; used to facilitate independent or assisted transfer of the patient from one of these sites to another. It is also called a sliding board.