Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Chapter 1: Medical Terms > Urinary system > Flashcards

Urinary system Flashcards

You may prefer our related Brainscape-certified flashcards:
USMLE® Step 1 flashcards
1
Q

nephr/o, ren/o

A

kidneys
filters the blood to remove waste products, maintain electrolyte concentrations, and remove excess water to maintain the fluid volume within the body

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

pyel/o

A

renal/pelvis
collects urine produced by the kidneys

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

ur/o, urin/o

A

urine
liquid waste products to be excreted

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

ureter/o

A

ureters
transports urine from the kidneys to the bladder

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

cyst/o

A

urinary bladder
stores urine until it is excreted

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

urethr/o

A

urethra
transports urine from the bladder through the urethral meatus, where it is excreted

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

prostat/o

A

prostate
a gland of the male reproductive system that surrounds the male urethra. Disorders of this gland can disrupt the flow of urine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

-cele

A

hernia, tumor, swelling

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

cyst/o

A

urinary bladder, cyst, or sac of fluid

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

dia-

A

through, between, apart, or complete

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

-ectasis

A

stretching, dilation, enlargement

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

glomerul/o

A

glomerulus

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

lith/o

A

stone, calculus

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

-lysis

A

breakdown, separation, setting free, destruction, loosening

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

nephr/o

A

kidney

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

-pexy

A

surgical fixation

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

pyel/o

A

renal pelvis, bowel of kidney

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

-tripsy

A

to crush

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q

ur/o

A

urine, urinary tract

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q

ureter/o

A

ureter

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
21
Q

urethr/o

A

urethra

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
22
Q

-uria

A

urination, urine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
23
Q

ablation

A

the removal of a body part of the destruction of its function

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
24
Q

anuria

A

the absence of urine formation by the kidneys

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
25
Q

benign prostatic hyperplasia

A

an abnormal enlargement of the prostate

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
26
Q

chronic kidney disease

A

the progressive loss of renal function over months or years

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
27
Q

cystitis

A

inflammation of the bladder

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
28
Q

cystocele

A

a hernia of the bladder through the vaginal wall; also called a prolapsed bladder

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
29
Q

cystolith

A

a stone located in the urinary bladder

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
30
Q

cystopexy

A

the surgical fixation of the bladder to the abdominal wall

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
31
Q

cystoscopy

A

the visual examination of the urinary bladder using a cystoscope

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
32
Q

dialysis

A

a procedure to remove waste products from the blood of patients whose kidneys no longer function

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
33
Q

diuresis

A

the increased output of urine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
34
Q

edema

A

excessive fluid accumulation in body tissues

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
35
Q

end-stage renal disease

A

the final stage of chronic kidney disease that is fatal unless the functions of the failed kidneys are successfully replaced by dialysis or with a successful kidney transplant

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
36
Q

enuresis

A

the involuntary discharge of urine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
37
Q

epispadias

A

the congenital abnormality affecting the opening of the urethral opening. In the male, the opening is located on the upper surface of the penis. In the female, the urethral opening is located in the region of the clitoris

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
38
Q

extracorporeal shockway lithotripsy

A

the use of high-energy ultrasonic waves traveling through water or gel to break up kidney stones into fragments, which are then excreted in the urine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
39
Q

glomerulonephritis

A

a form of nephritis caused by inflammation of the glomeruli that causes red blood cells and proteins to leak into the urine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
40
Q

hemodialysis

A

a procedure that filers waste products directly from the patient’s blood to replace the function of damaged kidneys

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
41
Q

hydronephorosis

A

the dilation of one or both kidneys that is the result of an obstruction of the flow or urine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
42
Q

hydroureter

A

distention of the ureter with urine that cannot flow because the ureter is blocked

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
43
Q

hyperproteinuria

A

the presence of abnormally high concentrations of protein in the urine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
44
Q

hypoproteinemia

A

the presence of abnormally low concentrations of protein in the blood

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
45
Q

hypospadias

A

a congenital abnormality in the placement of the urethral opening. In the male, the urethral opening is on the under surface of the penis. In the female, the urethral opening is into the vagina

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
46
Q

incontinence

A

the inability to control the excretion of urine and/or feces

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
47
Q

interstitial cystitis

A

a chronic inflammation within the walls of the bladder

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
48
Q

intravenous pyelography

A

a radiographic study of the kidneys and ureters using a contrast medium to diagnose changes in the urinary tract

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
49
Q

nephrolith

A

a stone located in the kidney; also known as renal calculus or a kidney stone

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
50
Q

nephrolithiasis

A

the presence of a stone or stones in the kidney

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
51
Q

nephrolysis

A

a freeing of a kidney from adhesions

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
52
Q

nephrons

A

the microscopic functional units of each kidney where urine is produced through the processes of filtration, reabsorption, and secretion

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
53
Q

nephropathy

A

any kidney disease including degenerative and inflammatory conditions

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
54
Q

nephroptosis

A

the prolapse, or dropping down, of a kidney into the pelvic area where the patient stands; also known as floating kidney

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
55
Q

nephropyosis

A

suppuration of the kidney

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
56
Q

nephrostomy

A

the placement of a catheter to maintain an opening from the pelvis of one or both kidneys to the exterior of the body

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
57
Q

nephrotic syndrome

A

a groups of conditions in which excessive amounts of protein are lost in the urine, resulting in abnormally low levels of protein in the blood

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
58
Q

neurogenic bladder

A

a urinary problem caused by interference with the normal nerve pathways associated with urination

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
59
Q

nocturia

A

frequent and excessive urination during the night

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
60
Q

nocturnal enuresis

A

urinary incontinence during sleep

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
61
Q

oliguria

A

scanty urination

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
62
Q

percutaneous nephrolithotomy

A

the surgical removal of a nephrolith through a small incision in the back

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
63
Q

peritoneal dialysis

A

dialysis in which the lining of the peritoneal cavity acts as the filter to remove waste from the blood

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
64
Q

polycystic kidney disease

A

an inherited kidney disorder characterized by the growth of numerous fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys leading eventually to kidney failure

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
65
Q

polyuria

A

excessive urination

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
66
Q

prostatism

A

a disorder resulting from the compression or obstruction of the urethra due to benign prostatichyperplasia

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
67
Q

pyelotomy

A

a surgical incision into the renal pelvis

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
68
Q

suprapubic catherization

A

the placement of a catheter into the bladder through a small incision made in the abdominal wall just above the pubic bone

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
69
Q

uremia

A

a toxic condition resulting from renal failure in which urea and other waste products are retained in the blood; also known as uremic poisioning

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
70
Q

ureterectasis

A

the distention of a ureter

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
71
Q

ureterolith

A

a stone located anywhere along the ureter

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
72
Q

ureterorrhagia

A

the discharge of blood from a ureter

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
73
Q

ureterorrhaphy

A

the surgical suturing of a ureter

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
74
Q

urethritis

A

inflammation of the urethra

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
75
Q

urethroplasty

A

the surgical repair of damage or a defect in the walls of the urethra

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
76
Q

urethrorrhagia

A

bleeding the urethra

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
77
Q

urethrostenosis

A

narrowing of the urethra

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
78
Q

urethrotomy

A

a surgical incision into the urethra for relief of a stricture

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
79
Q

urinary catheterization

A

the insertion of a tube into the bladder in order to procure a sterile specimen for diagnostic purposes, to drain urine from the bladder when the patient is unable to urinate, or to place medication into the bladder

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
80
Q

vesicovaginal fistula

A

an abnormal opening between the bladder and the vagina

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
81
Q

voiding cystourethrography

A

a diagnostic procedure in which fluoroscope is used to examine the flow of urine from the bladder and through the urethra

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
82
Q

wilms tumor

A

a rare type of malignant tumor of the kidney that occurs in young children

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
83
Q

Homeostasis

A

is the process through which the body maintains a constant internal environment.
The Urinary system performs many functions that are important in maintaining homeostasis

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
84
Q

Functions of homeostasis:

A

-Maintaining the proper balance of water, salts, and acids in the body by filtering the blood as it flows through the kidneys
-Constantly filtering the blood to remove urea, creatinine, uric acid, and other waste materials from the bloodstream.
-Converting these waste products and excess fluids into urine in the kidneys are excreting them from the body via the urinary bladder

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
85
Q

urea

A

is the major waste product of protein metabolism

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
86
Q

creatinine

A

is a waste product of muscle metabolism

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
87
Q

urinary tract (system) consists of:

A

two kidneys, two ureters, one bladder and one urethra. The adrenal glands, which are part of the endocrine system, are located on the top of the kidneys

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
88
Q

genitourinary tract

A

located in close proximity to the reproductive organs, so these two body systems are sometime referred together as this

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
89
Q

kidney

A

constantly filter the blood to remove waste products and excess water. These are excreted as urine, which is 95% water and 5% urea and other body wastes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
90
Q

how many quarts are processed every day for the average person and how much urine does it produce

A

200 quarts of blood and an average of 2 quarts of urine. The kidneys also help the body maintain the proper level of fluid, hormones that control blood pressure and make red blood cells, and activate vitamin D to maintain healthy bones

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
91
Q

renal

A

means pertaining to the kidneys

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
92
Q

ren

A

means kidneys

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
93
Q

retroperitoneal

A

means behind the peritoneum, which is the membrane that lines the abdominal cavity the kidneys are located here - one on each side of the vertebral column below the diaphragm and the lower edge of the rib cage

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
94
Q

renal cortex

A

is the outer edge of the kidney. This layer of tissue contains more than one million microscopic units called nephrons.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
95
Q

cortex

A

means the outer portion of an organ

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
96
Q

nephrons

A

are the microscopic functional units of each kidney. It is here that the urine is produced through the process of filtration, reabsorption, and secretion

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
97
Q

reabsorption

A

is the return to the blood of some of the substances that were removed during filtration

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
98
Q

glomerulus

A

which is a cluster of capillaries, surrounded by a cup-shaped membrane called the Bowman’s capsule, and a renal tubule

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
99
Q

renal artery

A

blood enters the kidney through the renal artery and flows into the nephrons

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
100
Q

renal vein

A

after passing through the filtration system of the glomerulus, the filtered blood containing protein and blood cells leaves the kidney and returns to the bloodstream through the renal vein
-the remaining filtrate flows into the renal tubules, where elements, including some water, sugar and salts, are returned to the bloodstream via a nearby capillary
-remaining waste products are continuously converted into urine, which is transported to the renal pelvis and collected in preparation for entry into the ureters. If waste products are not efficiently removed from the bloodstream, the body cannot maintain homeostasis, with a stable balance of salts and other substances

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
101
Q

renal pelvis

A

is the funnel-shaped area inside each kidney that is surrounded by the renal cortex and medulla. This is where the newly formed urine from the nephrons collects before it flows into the ureters

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
102
Q

ureters

A

are two narrow tubes, each about 10 to 12 inches long, which transport urine from the kidney to the bladder.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
103
Q

Peristalsis

A

which is a series of wave-like contractions, move urine down each ureter to the bladder. Peristalsis is also part of the digestive process

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
104
Q

uretral orifices

A

urine drains from the ureters into the bladder through the ureteral orifices in the wall of the urinary bladder

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
105
Q

orifice

A

means opening

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
106
Q

urinary bladder

A

is an oval hollow, muscular organ that is a reservoir for urine before it is excreted from the body
-The bladder is located in the anterior portion of the pelvic cavity behind the pubic symphysis. The average adult bladder stores more than one pint of urine
-The the stomach, the bladder is lined with rugae. These folds allow it to expand when full and contract when empty

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
107
Q

urethra

A

is the tube extending from the bladder to the exterior of the body.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
108
Q

urinary sphincters

A

there are two, one located at either end of the urethra. These muscular rings control the flow of urine from the bladder into the urethra and out of the urethra through the urethral meatus.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
109
Q

Sphincter

A

is a ring-like muscle that closes a passageway

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
110
Q

urethral meatus

A

also known as the urinary meatus, is the external opening of the urethra

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
111
Q

meatus

A

means the external opening of a canal

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
112
Q

female urethra

A

is approximately 1.5 inches long, and the urethral meatus is located between the clitoris and the opening of the vagina. In the female, the urethra transports only urine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
113
Q

male urethra

A

is approximately 8 inches long, and the urethral meatus is located at the tip of the penis. The urethra transports both urine and semen

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
114
Q

prostate gland

A

which is part of the male reproductive system, surrounds the urethra. Most disorders of the prostate affect the male’s ability to urinate.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
115
Q

urination

A

also known as voiding or micturition, is the normal process of excreting urine
-as the bladder fills up with urine, pressure is placed on the base of the urethra, resulting in the urge to urinate or micturate
-urination requires the coordinated contraction of the bladder muscles and relaxation of the sphincters. This action forces the urine through the urethra and out through the urethral meatus

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
116
Q

nephrologist

A

is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the kidneys

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
117
Q

nephr

A

means kidney

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
118
Q

urologist

A

is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the urinary system of females and the genitourinary system of males

119
Q

ur-

A

means urine

120
Q

nephropathy

A

means any disease of the kidney. This definition includes both degenerative and inflammatory conditions.

121
Q

Diabetic nephropathy

A

is kidney disease resulting from late-stage diabetes mellitus

122
Q

renal failure

A

also known as kidney failure, is the inability of one or both of the kidneys to perform their functions. The body cannot replace damages nephrons, and when too many nephrons have been destroyed, the result is kidney failure

123
Q

azotemia

A

is an elevation of the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) caused by a lack of blood flow to each kidney. Uremia can occur when this excess becomes toxic

124
Q

uremia

A

also known as uremic poisoning, is a toxic condition resulting from renal failure in which kidney function is compromised and urea and other waste products normally secreted in the urine are retained in the blood

125
Q

-emia

A

means blood condition

126
Q

acute renal failure (ARF)

A

has sudden offset and is characterized by uremia. It can be fatal if not reversed promptly. This condition can be caused by the kidneys not receiving enough blood to filter due to dehydration or a sudden drop in blood volume or blood pressure from injury, burns, or a severe infection.

127
Q

chronic kidney disease (CKD)

A

also known as chronic renal disease, or kidney failure, is the progressive loss of renal function over months or years. This common condition, which can be life-threatening, may result from diabetes mellitus, hypertension, or a family history of kidney disease
-the buildup of waste in the blood from chronic kidney disease can be a contribution factor in heart attacks and stroes

128
Q

End-Stage renal disease (ESRD)

A

is the final stage of chronic kidney disease, and this condition is fatal unless the functions of the failed kidneys are replaced by dialysis, or with a successful kidney transplant

129
Q

Nephrotic syndrome

A

also known as nephrosis, is a group of conditions in which excessive amounts of protein are lost through the urine. This condition, which is usually caused by damage to the glomeruli, results in abnormally low levels of protein in the blood

130
Q

edema

A

is excessive fluid accumulation in body tissues that can be symptomatic of nephrotic syndrome and other kidney disease. This swelling can be in the area around the eyes, the abdomen, or the legs and feet

131
Q

hyperproteinemia

A

is the presence of abnormally low concentrations in the blood. This condition of often associated with hyperproteinuria

132
Q

minimal change disease

A

causes of nephrotic syndrome includes diabetes mellitus, infection, and kidney disorders. Called because the nephrons look normal under a regular microscope, is the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome in children

133
Q

hydronephrosis

A

is the dilation (swelling) of one or both kidneys. This condition can be caused by problems associated with the backing up of urine due to an obstruction such as nephrolith (kidney stone) or a stricture (narrowing) in the ureter

134
Q

nephritis

A

is an inflammation of the kidney or kidneys. The most common causes of nephritis are toxins, infection, or an autoimmune disease

135
Q

glomerulonephritis

A

is a type of nephritis caused by inflammation of the glomeruli that causes red blood cells and proteins to leak into the urine

136
Q

glomerul/o

A

means glomeruli

137
Q

neph-

A

means kidney

138
Q

nehproptosis

A

also known as a floating kidney, is the prolapse, or dropping down, of a kidney into the pelvic area when the patient stands

139
Q

prolapse

A

means slipping or falling out of place

140
Q

nephropyosis

A

also known as pyonephorosis, is suppuration of the kidney. Suppuration means the formation or discharge of pus

141
Q

py

A

means pus

142
Q

suppuration

A

means the formation or discharge of pus

143
Q

polycystic kidney disease

A

is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys. These cysts, which slowly replace much of the mass of the kidney, reduce the kidney function, which eventually leads to kidney failure

144
Q

renal colic

A

is an acute pain in the kidney area that is caused by blockage during the passage of a nephrolith (kidney stone). Colic means spasms of pain in the abdomen. Renal colic pain sometimes comes in waves due to the peristaltic movement of the ureters

145
Q

Wilms tumor

A

is a rare type of malignant tumor of the kidney that occurs in young children. There is a high cure rate for this condition when treated promptly

146
Q

Stone

A

Also known as calculus, is an abnormal mineral deposit that has formed within the body and is named for the organ or tissue where it is located. These stones vary in size from small sand-like granules that pass through the body unnoticed to stone the size of marbles that can become lodged, causing acute pain
-The urinary system, stones form when waste products in the urine separate and crystallize. Normally, urine contains chemicals to prevent this from happening; however, dehydration and other factors may disrupt this balance

147
Q

nephrolithiasis

A

describes the presence of stones in the kidney. As these stones travel with the flow of urine, they are named for the location where they become lodged

148
Q

nephrolith

A

also known as a kidney stone or a renal calculus, is found in the kidney

149
Q

ureterolith

A

is a stone located anywhere along the ureter

150
Q

cystolith

A

is a stone located within the urinary bladder

151
Q

hydroureter

A

is the distention (swelling) of the ureter with urine that cannot flow because the ureter is blocked. Hydroureter always accompanies hydronephorosis, discussed earlier.

152
Q

Ureterectasis

A

is the distention (swelling) of a ureter due to hydroureter or congenital abnormalities

153
Q

urethrorrhagia

A

is the discharge of blood from the ureter

154
Q

-rrhagia

A

means bleeding

155
Q

Cystalgia and cystodynia

A

both mean pain in the bladder

156
Q

cyst

A

means bladder

157
Q

-algia

A

means pain

158
Q

cystocele

A

also known as a prolapsed bladder, is a hernia of the bladder through the vaginal wall. This sometimes occurs as a result of pregnancy or childbirth

159
Q

interstitial cystitis

A

is a chronic inflammation within the walls of the bladder. The symptoms of this condition are similiar to those of cystitis; however, they do not respond to traditional treatment.

160
Q

Interstitial

A

means relating to spaces within a tissue or organ

161
Q

vesicoureteral reflux (VUR)

A

is the backward flow of urine into the ureters from the bladder. It is most common in infants and children

162
Q

vesicovaginal fistula

A

is an abnormal opening between the bladder and vagina that allows constant involuntary flow of urine from the bladder into the vagina. A fistula is an abnormal passage between two organs. A vesicovaginal fistula may be caused by prolonged labor during childbirth or surgery such as a hysterectomy

163
Q

vagin

A

vagina

164
Q

vesic/o

A

means bladder

165
Q

neurogenic bladder

A

is a urinary problem caused by interference with the normal nerve pathways associated with urination. Normal urinary function depends on nerves to sense when the bladder is full and to control the muscles that either retain the urine or allow the bladder to empty
-depending on the type of neurological disorder causing the problem, the bladder may empty spontaneously, resulting in incontinence, which is discussed in a later section
-In contrast, the problem can prevent the bladder from emptying at all or from emptying completely. This can result in urinary retention with overflow leakage.
-Some of the causes of this condition are a tumor of the nervous system, trauma, neuropathy, or an inflammatory condition such as multiple sclerosis.

166
Q

Neuropathy

A

is any disease or damage to a nerve

167
Q

benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

A

also known as benign prostatic hypertrophy or enlarged prostate, is an enlargement of the prostate gland that most often occurs in men older than age 50. This condition can make urination difficult and causes other urinary-tract problems for men.

168
Q

Hyperplasia

A

is an increase in cell numbers typically associated with tumor growth; however, in this case, it is not caused by cancer or infection

169
Q

prostatism

A

is a disorder resulting from the compression or obstruction of the urethra due to benign prostatic hyperplasia. This can produce difficulties with urination, including urinary retention

170
Q

prostate cancer

A

is one of the most common cancers among men. The disease can grow slowly with no symptoms, or it can grow aggressively and spread throughout the body

171
Q

prostatitis

A

is a group of disorders characterized by the inflammation of the prostate gland

172
Q

chronic nonbacterial prostatitis

A

most common type of prostatitis. With no single known cause

173
Q

bacterial prostatitis

A

usually results from bacteria transported in the urine

174
Q

urethrorrhagia

A

is bleeding from the urethra

175
Q

urethrorrhea

A

is an abnormal discharge from the urethra. This condition is associated with some sexually transmitted diseases.

176
Q

urethrostenosis

A

or urethral stricture, is narrowing of the urethra. This condition occurs almost exclusively in men and is caused by scarring from infection or injury

177
Q

epispadias

A

is a congenital abnormality of the urethral opening. In the male with epispadias, the urethral opening is located on the upper surface of the penis. In the female with epispadias, the urethral opening is in the region of the clitoris

178
Q

hypospadias

A

is a congenital abnormality of the urethral opening. In the male with hypospadias, the urethral opening is on the ventral surface (underside) of the penis. In the female with hypospadias, the urethra opens into the vagina

179
Q

Urinary tract infection (UTI)

A

usually begins in the bladder; however, such an infection can affect all parts of the urinary system. These common infections are caused by bacteria, most often E. Coli, entering the urinary system through the urethra. They occur more frequently in women because the urethra is short and located near the opening of the rectum.

180
Q

cystitis

A

is an inflammation of the bladder.

181
Q

pyelonephritis

A

is an inflammation of both the renal pelvis and kidney. This is usually caused by a bacterial infection that has spread upward from the bladder

182
Q

urethritis

A

is an inflammation of the urethra

183
Q

Anuria

A

is the absence of urine formation by the kidneys. This condition is often caused by kidney failure or a urinary tract obstruction

184
Q

diuresis

A

is the increased output of urine

185
Q

dysuria

A

is difficult or painful urination. This condition is frequently associated with urinary tract infections

186
Q

enuresis

A

is the involuntary discharge of urine

187
Q

en-

A

means into

188
Q

-uresis

A

means urination

189
Q

nocturnal enuresis

A

is urinary incontinence during sleep. It is also known as bed-wetting. Nocturnal means pertaining to night

190
Q

nocturia

A

is frequent and excessive urination during the night

191
Q

noct

A

means night

192
Q

oliguria

A

means scanty urination. This can be caused by dehydration, renal failure, or a urinary tract obstruction. Oliguria is the opposite of polyuria

193
Q

polyuria

A

means excessive urination and is a common symptom of diabetes. Polyuria is the opposite of oliguria

194
Q

urinary hesitancy

A

is difficulty in starting a urinary stream. This condition is most common in older men with enlarged prostate glands. In younger people, the inability to urinate when another person is present is known as bashful bladder syndrome

195
Q

urinary retention

A

also known as ischuria, is the inability to completely empty the bladder when attempting to urinate. This condition is also more common in men and is frequently associated with enlarged prostate gland

196
Q

incontinence

A

is the inability to control the excretion of urine, feces, or both

197
Q

urinary incontinence

A

is the inability to control the voiding of urine

198
Q

overflow incontinence

A

is continuous leaking from the bladder either because it is full or because it does not empty completely. It is usually caused by a blocked urethra and is prevalent in older men with enlarged prostates

199
Q

stress incontinence

A

is the inability to control the voiding of urine under physical stress such as running, lifting, sneezing, laughing, or coughing. This condition occurs more often in women than in men.

200
Q

overactive bladder (OAB)

A

also known as urge incontinence, occurs when the muscles of the bladder contract involuntarily even though the bladder is not actually full enough to indicate the need to urinate. The urinary sphincters’ relaxation in response to this urgent need to urinate may result in increased urinary frequency or accidental urination. This is a common condition in adults older than 40 and may be caused by excessive consumption of caffeine or alcohol, urinary tract infections, neurological diseases, or bladder or prostate problems

201
Q

urinalysis

A

is the examination of urine to determine the presence of abnormal elements. These tests, which are used to diagnose diseases and pregnancy as well to detect the presence of substances such as drug

202
Q

bladder ultrasound

A

is the use of a handheld ultrasound transducer to look for stones or for elevation for the bladder by an enlarged prostate after urination. A normal bladder holds between 300 and 400 mL of urine. When more than this amount is still present after urination, the bladder described as being distended, or enlarged.

203
Q

urinary catherization

A

is the insertion of a tube into the bladder to procure a sterile specimen for diagnostic purposes. It is also used to drain urine from the bladder when the patient is unable to urinate for other reasons. Another use is to place medication into the bladder.

204
Q

cystoscopy

A

is the visual examination of the urinary bladder with the use of a specialized type of endoscope known as a cystoscope.

205
Q

endoscope

A

is an instrument used for visual examination of internal structures. A specialized cystoscope is also used for treatment procedures such as the removal of tumors or the reduction of an enlarged prostate gland

206
Q

voiding cystourethrography

A

is a diagnostic procedure in which a fluoroscope is used to examine the flow of urine from the bladder and through the urethra. This procedure is often performed after cystography

207
Q

computed tomography

A

also known as a CT scan, is more commonly used as a primary tool for evaluation of the urinary system because it can be rapidly performed and provides additional imaging of the abdomen, which may reveal other potential sources for the patient’s symptoms

208
Q

nephrotomography

A

is the use of a CAT scan to examine the kidneys

209
Q

glomerular filtration rate (GFR)

A

is a blood test to check how well the kidneys are functioning at filtered blood. This test can help diagnose chronic kidney disease and kidney failure. The Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test, also an indicator of kidney function

210
Q

cystography

A

is a radiographic, or x-ray, examination of the bladder after a contrast medium is instilled via a urethral catheter. The resulting film is a cystogram

211
Q

intravenous pyelography

A

also known as excretory urography, is a radiographic study of the kidneys and ureters. A contrast medium is administered intravenously to clearly define these structures in the resulting image, which is called an intravenous pyelogram (IVP). This test is used to diagnose changes in the urinary tract resulting from nephroliths, infections, enlarged prostate, tumors, and internal injuries after an abdominal trauma

212
Q

KUB (Kidneys, ureters, bladder)

A

is a radiographic study without the use of a contrast medium.. This study, also referred to as a flat-plate of the abdomen, is used to detect bowel obstructions and nephroliths. Despite its name, a KUB x-ray odes not show the ureters

213
Q

retrograde urography

A

is a radiograph of the urinary system taken after a contrast medium has been placed in the urethra through a sterile catheter and caused to flow upward through the urinary tract. Retrograde means moving backward

214
Q

digital rectal examination

A

is performed on men by using a lubricated, gloved finger placed in the rectum to palpate the prostate gland to detect prostate enlargement and to look for indications of prostate cancer or tumors of the rectum. In this context, the term digital means using a finger. Palpate means the use of touch to examine a body part

215
Q

prostate-specific antigen (PSA)

A

blood test used to screen for prostate cancer. This test measures the amount of prostate-specific antigen that is present in a blood specimen. The prostate-specific antigen is a protein produced by the cells of the prostate gland to help liquefy semen. The higher a mans’ PSA level, the more likely cancer is present

216
Q

diuretics

A

are medications administered to increase urine secretion, primary to rid the body of excess water and salt. Some foods and drinks, such as coffee, tea, and alcoholic beverages, also have a diuretic effect
-other drugs used to treat urinary tract problems including antibiotics for urinary tract infections and antispasmodics to block the signals that cause urinary incontinence

217
Q

nutritional interventions

A

important dietary considerations for people with kidney disease include monitoring the amounts of sodium, potassium, protein, and phosphorus in their diet

218
Q

dialysis

A

is a procedure to remove waste products, such as urea, creatinine, and excess water from the blood of a patient whose kidneys no longer function. The two types of dialysis in common use are hemodialysis an peritoneal dialysis. Patients can sometimes choose the type of long-term dialysis they prefer

219
Q

hemodialysis

A

is the process by which waste products are filtered directly from the patient’s blood. Treatment is performed on an external hemodialysis unit, sometimes referred to as an artificial kidney. Hemodialysis is the most common type of dialysis

220
Q

shunt

A

implanted in the patient’s arm is connected to the hemodialysis unit, the arterial blood flows through the filters of the unit. A shunt is an artificial passage that allows the blood to flow between the body and the hemodialysis unit

221
Q

dialysate

A

dialysis filters contain this, which is a sterilized solution made up of water and electrolytes. This solution cleanses the blood by removing waste products and excess fluids

222
Q

electrolytes

A

are the salts that conduct electricity and are found in the body fluid, tissue and blood
-the cleansed blood is returned to the body through a vein
-these treatments each take around 4 hours and must be repeated about three times a week. They can be done at a hospital, a dialysis clinic, or at home with the necessary equipment

223
Q

peritoneal dialysis

A

is the lining of the peritoneal cavity acts as the filter to remove waste from the blood. The sterile dialysate flows into the peritoneal cavity around the intestine through a catheter implanted in the abdominal wall. This fluid is left in for a period of time to absorb waste products and then drained out through the tube
-the process is normally repeated several times during the day can be done using an automated system. This type of dialysis has some advantages; for example, it can be done at home by the patient. however, it is considered less effective than hemodialysis

224
Q

continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD)

A

provides ongoing dialysis as the patient goes about his or her daily activities. In this procedure, the dialysate solution is instilled from a plastic container worn under the patient’s clothing. About every 4 hours, the used solution is drained back into this back and the bag is discarded. A new bag is then attached, the solution is instilled, and the process continues

225
Q

continuous cycling peritoneal dialysis (CCPD) or automated peritoneal dialysis (APD)

A

uses a machine to cycle the dialysate solution during the night while the patient sleeps

226
Q

nephrolysis

A

is the surgical freeing of a kidney from adhesions. An adhesion is a band of fibers that holds structures together abnormally.

227
Q

-lysis

A

means setting free; however, it also means destruction. Therefore, the term nephrolysis can also describe a pathologic condition in which there is destruction of renal cells

228
Q

nephropexy

A

also known as nephrorrhaphy, is the surgical fixation of nephroptosis, or floating kidney.

229
Q

nephrostomy

A

is the placement of a catheter to maintain an opening from the pelvis of one or both kidneys to the exterior of the body. In a kidney affected by hydronephrosis, this allows urine from the kidney to be drained directly through the lower back. Nephrostomy tubes are also used to gain access to the kidneys for diagnostic procedures

230
Q

pyelotomy

A

is a surgical incision into the renal pelvis. This procedure is performed to correct obstructions such as a stone lodged in the junction between the renal pelvis and the ureter

231
Q

renal transplantation,

A

commonly known as a kidney transplant, is the grafting of a donor, kidney, from either a living or nonliving donor, into the body to replace the recipient, although a tissue match increases the success rate. A single transplanted kidney is capable of adequately performing all kidney functions and frees the patient from the needs of dialysis

232
Q

treatment of nephroliths

A

most small nephroliths (kidney stones) pass out of the urinary tract naturally over a period of two days to three weeks. This process can be quite painful and is sometimes accompanied by vomiting due to the pain. Larger stones may require surgical intervention

233
Q

extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL)

A

is the most common kidney stone treatment. High-energy ultrasonic waves traveling through water or gel are used to break the stone into fragments, which are then excreted in urine. Extracorporeal means situated or occurring outside the body
-lithotripsy is also used to break up calculi in the ureter, bladder or urethra

234
Q

percutaneous nephrolithotomy

A

is the surgical removal of the nephrolith through a small incision in the back. A small tube is temporarily inserted through the incision into the kidney. First urine is removed; then the stone is crushed and the pieces are removed. This procedure is used if ESWL has not been successful, if an infection is present, or if the stone is particularly large. Percutaneous means performed through the skin

235
Q

ureterectomy

A

is the surgical removal of a ureter

236
Q

ureterorrhaphy

A

is the surgical suturing of a ureter

237
Q

ureteroscopy

A

is a treatment for a nephrolith lodged in the ureter. A specialized instrument called a ureteroscope is inserted through the urethra and bladder into the ureter. If possible, the nephrolith is removed intact through the scope. If the stone is too large, a laser is used to break it up and the pieces are then removed.

238
Q

cystectomy

A

is the surgical removal of all or part of the urinary bladder. This procedure is usually performed to treat bladder cancer

239
Q

ileal conduit

A

or a urinary ileostomy is the use of a small piece of intestine to convey urine to the ureters and to a stoma in the abdomen

240
Q

cystopexy

A

is the surgical fixation of the bladder to the abdominal wall

241
Q

cystorrhaphy

A

is the surgical suturing of a wound of defect in the bladder

242
Q

-plexy

A

means surgical fixation

243
Q

lithotomy

A

is the surgical incision for the removal of a nephrolith for the bladder. Although this surgery is no longer common, its name is still used to describe a physical examination position for procedures involving the pelvis and lower abdomen

244
Q

urinary catheterization

A

also known as cathing, is performed to withdraw urine for diagnostic purposes, to allow urine to drain freely, or to place a fluid such as chemotherapy solution into the bladder.

245
Q

indwelling catheter

A

remains inside the body for a prolonged time based on need. indwelling means residing within. This can be either a urethral or a suprapubic catheter

246
Q

urethral catheterization

A

is performed by inserting a plastic tube called a catheter through the urethra and into the bladder

247
Q

suprapubic catheterization

A

is the placement of a catheter into the bladder through a small incision made through the abdominal wall just above the pubic bone

248
Q

foley catheter

A

is the most common type of indwelling catheter. This device is made of flexible tube with a balloon filled with sterile water at the end to hold it in place in the bladder. It is commonly used on post surgical patients and is named for its inventor, surgeon Frederic Foley

249
Q

intermittent catheter

A

also known as a short-term catheter, is inserted as needed several times a day to drain urine from the bladder

250
Q

meatotomy

A

is a surgical incision made in the urethral meatus to enlarge the opening

251
Q

urethroplasty

A

is the surgical repair of damage of a defect in the walls of the urethra

252
Q

urethrotomy

A

is a surgical incision into the urethra for relief of a stricture. A stricture is an abnormal narrowing of a bodily passage

253
Q

ablation

A

is the term used to describe some types of treatment of prostate cancer. This treatment involves the removal of a body part or the destruction of its function through the use of surgery, hormones, drugs, heat, chemicals, electrocautery, or other methods. Electrocautery is the use of high-frequency electrical current to destroy tissue

254
Q

prostatectomy

A

is the surgical removal of part or all of the prostate gland. This procedure is performed to treat prostate cancer or to reduce an enlarged prostate gland; however, this treatment can lead to erectile difficulties. A radical prostatectomy is the surgical removal of the entire prostate gland in cases where it is extremely enlarged or when cancer is suspected

255
Q

transurethral prostatectomy (TURP)

A

is the removal of excess tissue from an enlarged prostate gland with the use of a resectoscope

256
Q

resctoscope

A

is a specialized endoscopic instrument that resembles a cystoscope

257
Q

retrograde ejaculation

A

is when an orgasm results in semen flowing backward into the bladder instead of out through the penis. This is the most common long-term complication of a TURP.

258
Q

radiation therapy and hormone therapy

A

are additional treatments used to control prostate cancer. Watchful waiting is often the prescribed course of action in older patients because this disease normally progresses slowly

259
Q

kegel exercises

A

named after Dr. Arnold Kegel, are a series of pelvic muscle exercises used to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor. They are used to control urinary stress incontinence in both sexes, in men to treat prostate pain and swelling, and in women to condition the muscles so that they will recover quickly after childbirth

260
Q

bladder retraining

A

is behavioral therapy in which the patient learns to urinate on a schedule, with increasingly longer time intervals as the bladder increases its capacity. The goal is to reestablish voluntary bladder control and to break the cycle of frequency and urgency that results from urge incontinence

261
Q

ARF

A

acute renal failure

262
Q

benign prostatic hyperplasia

A

BPH

263
Q

TURP

A

transurethral resection of the prostate

264
Q

cyst/o

A

urinary bladder

265
Q

glycos/o

A

sugar, glucose

266
Q

hydr/o

A

relating to water

267
Q

olig/o

A

scanty, few

268
Q

py/o

A

pus

269
Q

pyel/o

A

renal pelvis

270
Q

ur/o

A

urine

271
Q

ureter/o

A

ureter

272
Q

urethr/o

A

urethra

273
Q

dia-

A

complete, through

274
Q

-lithiasis

A

presence of stone

275
Q

-lysis

A

separation

276
Q

-osis

A

abnormal condition

277
Q

-tripsy

A

to crush

278
Q

-uria

A

urination, urine

279
Q

urethropexy

A

which is the surgical fixation of the urethra, is usually performed to correct urinary stress incontinence

280
Q

cortex

A

the outer portion of an organ

281
Q

digital

A

using a finger

282
Q

extracorporeal

A

occurring outside the bdoy

283
Q

hypertrophy

A

enlargement of an organ due to increased size of its cells

284
Q

meatus

A

a natural body opening. The urinary meatus is the opening of the urethra at the body’s surface

285
Q

percutaneous

A

performed through the skin

286
Q

peristalisis

A

a series of wave-like contractions

287
Q

DRE

A

digital rectal exam

288
Q

ESWL

A

extracorporeal shockwave lithrotripsy

289
Q

GFR

A

glomerular filtration rate

290
Q

RRT

A

renal replacement therapy

291
Q

5 stages of kidney disease

A

stage 1 - mildest form with slightly diminished kidney function
stage 2 - mild kidney damage, such as protein in the urine
stage 3 - kidneys are moderately damaged
stage 4 - kidneys are severely damaged
stage 5 - esrd. This is complete kidney failure that requires dialysis or a kidney transplant to sustain the life of the patient

292
Q

vascular assess

A

is the term used to describe the place on the body where blood flows from and returns to the body during hemodialysis.

293
Q

arteriovenous (AV) fistula

A

is considered the “Gold standard” for vascular access. An AV fistula is a surgical connection between an artery and a vein that allows increased blood flow through the vein, which helps enlarge and strengthen the vein. An AV fistula allows a higher rate of blood to flow back and forth to a dialysis machine

294
Q
A

Chapter 1: Medical Terms (17 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions