CLINICAL TERMS II Flashcards
1
Q
Twisting of the intestine that compromises blood flow.
A
Torsion of intestine
2
Q
Obstructive twisting of a gut loop causing blockage.
A
Volvulus
3
Q
Telescoping of one intestinal segment into another.
A
Intussusception
4
Q
Surgical removal of a bowel segment with reconnection.
A
Intestinal resection and anastomosis
5
Q
Surgical removal of the gallbladder.
A
Cholecystectomy
6
Q
Surgical connection of gallbladder to duodenum.
A
Cholecystoduodenostomy
7
Q
Inflammation of the gallbladder.
A
Cholecystitis
8
Q
Inflammation of the peritoneum.
A
Peritonitis
9
Q
Inflammation of the liver.
A
Hepatitis
10
Q
Diagnostic liver tissue sampling via needle insertion.
A
Liver biopsy
11
Q
Filing down of horse cheek teeth to remove sharp enamel points.
A
Floating
