Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Jerusalem syndrome
A temporary or permanent delusional disorder following a pilgrimage to Jerusalem, characterized by extreme religious preoccupations or the belief that the pilgrim has become the embodiment or incarnation of an important biblical character.
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Tendon jerk
The contraction of a muscle after tapping its tendon.
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Jendrassik’s maneuver
A method used to facilitate elicitation of the deep tendon reflexes of the lower extremities. The patient hooks together the fingers of the hands and attempts to pull them apart. While this pressure is maintained, the patellar or Achilles tendon reflex is tested.
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Contraceptive jelly
Water-soluble gel introduced into the vagina for the prevention of conception. It serves as a vehicle for spermicides.
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Jejunostomy tube
A tube placed directly into the jejunum for long-term enteral feeding. This may be done laparoscopically, with a percutaneous endoscopic jejunostomy tube, or surgically. It is not as commonly used as the gastrostomy tube.
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Venting jejunostomy
A jejunostomy constructed with a portal used either to facilitate sampling the contents of the jejunum or to inspect its interior with an endoscope.
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Percutaneous endoscopic jejunostomy
A jejunostomy created for feeding purposes with the use of an endoscope and guide wire.
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Needle catheter jejunostomy
A jejunostomy created by using a needle to insert a catheter into the jejunum. It is intended exclusively for feeding, created by direct surgical approach or percutaneously.
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Jejunojejunostomy
The formation of a passage between two parts of the jejunum. A surgical procedure where a section of the jejunum is excised and the remaining ends are reconnected.
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Jejunocolostomy
The formation of an artificial passage between the jejunum and colon. A surgical procedure that connects the jejunum to the colon.
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