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mondofacto - Online Medical Dictionary
Category: Health and Medicine > Medical Dictionary
Date & country: 26/01/2008, UK
Words: 116197
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developmental groovesFine lines found in the enamel of a tooth that mark the junction of the lobes of the crown in its development. ... Synonym: developmental lines. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
developmental linesSynonym for developmental grooves ... Fine lines found in the enamel of a tooth that mark the junction of the lobes of the crown in its development. ... Synonym: developmental lines. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
developmental milestones<paediatrics> (1-3 years) In ascending order: masters walking, recognises gender differences, uses up to 8 words and understands simple commands, able to run, pivot and walk backwards, uses spoon to feed self, can name pictures of common objects, can point to body parts, imitates speech of others, begins pedaling tricycle, learns to take turn …
developmental psychologyThe study of the psychological, physiological, and behavioural changes in an organism that occur from birth to old age. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
DeventerHendrik van, Dutch obstetrician, 1651-1724. ... See: Deventer's pelvis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
Deventer's pelvisA pelvis with shortened anteroposterior diameter. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
devianceSynonym for deviation ... 1. The act of deviating; a wandering from the way; variation from the common way, from an established rule, etc.; departure, as from the right course or the path of duty. ... 2. The state or result of having deviated; a transgression; an act of sin; an error; an offense. ... 2. The voluntary and unnecessary departure of a shi …
deviant1. Denoting or indicative of deviation. ... 2. An individual exhibiting deviation, especially sexual. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
deviation1. The act of deviating; a wandering from the way; variation from the common way, from an established rule, etc.; departure, as from the right course or the path of duty. ... 2. The state or result of having deviated; a transgression; an act of sin; an error; an offense. ... 2. The voluntary and unnecessary departure of a ship from, or delay in, the …
deviation to the leftSynonym for shift to the left ... A marked increase in the percentage of immature cells in the circulating blood, based on the premise in haematology that the bone marrow with its immature myeloid cells is on the left, while the circulating blood with its mature neutrophils is on the right. ... Synonym: deviation to the left. ... See: maturation index …
deviation to the rightSynonym for shift to the right ... In a differential count of white blood cells in the peripheral blood, the absence of young and immature forms. ... Synonym: deviation to the right. ... See: maturation index. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
deviational nystagmusSynonym for end-point nystagmus ... A jerky, physiologic nystagmus occurring in a normal individual when attempts are made to fixate a point at the limits of the field of fixation. ... Synonym: deviational nystagmus. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
Devic, Eugene<person> French physician, 1869-1930. ... See: Devic's disease. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
Devic's diseaseSynonym for neuromyelitis optica ... A demyelinating disease of the optic nerve chiasma, optic tract, and spinal cord characterised by acute bilateral optic neuritis and acute myelitis. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
device1. That which is devised, or formed by design; a contrivance; an invention; a project; a scheme; often, a scheme to deceive; a stratagem; an artifice. 'His device in against Babylon, to destroy it.' (Jer. Li. 11) 'Their recent device of demanding benevolences.' (Hallam) 'He disappointeth the devices of the crafty.' (Job v. 12) ... 2. Power of devisi …
device approvalProcess that is gone through in order for a device to receive approval by a government regulatory agency. This includes any required preclinical or clinical testing, review, submission, and evaluation of the applications and test results, and post-marketing surveillance. It is not restricted to FDA. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
device, assistiveAny device that is designed, made, and/or adapted to assist a person to perform a particular task. For examples, canes, crutches, walkers, wheel chairs, and shower chairs are all assistive devices. Device, intrauterine contraceptive (IUD): A device inserted into the uterus (womb) to prevent conception (pregnancy). The IUD can be a coil, loop, trian …
devil1. The Evil One; Satan, represented as the tempter and spiritual of mankind. '[Jesus] being forty days tempted of the devil.' (Luke iv. 2) 'That old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world.' (Rev. Xii. 9) ... 2. An evil spirit; a demon. 'A dumb man possessed with a devil.' (Matt. Ix. 32) ... 3. A very wicked person; henc …
devil's gripSynonym for epidemic pleurodynia ... An acute infectious disease usually occurring in epidemic form, characterised by paroxysms of pain, usually in the chest, and associated with strains of Enterovirus coxsackievirus type B. ... Synonym: benign dry pleurisy, Bornholm disease, Daae's disease, devil's grip, diaphragmatic pleurisy, epidemic benign dry p …
devilfish<zoology> A huge ray (Manta birostris or Cephaloptera vampyrus) of the Gulf of Mexico and Southern Atlantic coasts. Several other related species take the same name. See Cephaloptera. ... A large cephalopod, especially the very large species of Octopus and Architeuthis. See Octopus. ... The gray whale of the Pacific coast. See Gray whale. ... Th …
Devine exclusionExclusion of the lower part of the stomach, followed by gastrojejunostomy, for treatment of duodenal ulcer. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
Devine, Sir Hugh<person> Australian surgeon, 1878-1959. ... See: Devine exclusion. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
deviometerA form of strabismometer. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
devise1. The act of giving or disposing of real estate by will; sometimes improperly applied to a bequest of personal estate. ... 2. A will or testament, conveying real estate; the clause of a will making a gift of real property. 'Fines upon devises were still exacted.' (Bancroft) ... 3. Property devised, or given by will. ... Origin: OF. Devise division, d …
devitaliseTo deprive of vitality or of vital properties. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
devitalisedDevoid of life; dead. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
devitalised toothA misnomer for a pulpless tooth. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
devitalization1. Deprivation of vitality or of vital properties. ... 2. In dentistry, the process by which tooth pulp is destroyed; e.g., by chemical means, by infection, or by extirpation. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
devolutionA continuing process of degeneration or breaking down, in contrast to evolution. ... See: involution, catabolism. ... Origin: L. De-volvo, pp. -volutus, to roll down ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
devonian<geology> Of or pertaining to Devon or Devonshire in England; as, the Devonian rocks, period, or system. ... <geology> Devonian age, the age next older than the Carboniferous and later than the Silurian; called also the Age of fishes. The various strata of this age compose the Devonian formation or system, and include the old red sandsto …
Devonshire colicSynonym for lead colic ... Severe colicky abdominal pain, with constipation, symptomatic of lead poisoning. ... Synonym: Devonshire colic, painter's colic, Poitou colic, saturnine colic. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
devote1. To appropriate by vow; to set apart or dedicate by a solemn act; to consecrate; also, to consign over; to doom; to evil; to devote one to destruction; the city was devoted to the flames. 'No devoted thing that a man shall devote unto the Lord . . . Shall be sold or redeemed.' (Lev. Xxvii. 28) ... 2. To execrate; to curse. ... 3. To give up wholly; …
devour1. To eat up with greediness; to consume ravenously; to feast upon like a wild beast or a glutton; to prey upon. 'Some evil beast hath devoured him.' (Gen. Xxxvii. 20) ... 2. To seize upon and destroy or appropriate greedily, selfishly, or wantonly; to consume; to swallow up; to use up; to waste; to annihilate. 'Famine and pestilence shall devour hi …
devout1. Devoted to religion or to religious feelings and duties; absorbed in religious exercises; given to devotion; pious; reverent; religious. 'A devout man, and one that feared God.' (Acts x. 2) 'We must be constant and devout in the worship of God.' (Rogers) ... 2. Expressing devotion or piety; as, eyes devout; sighs devout; a devout posture. ... 3. W …
dew1. Moisture from the atmosphere condensed by cool bodies upon their surfaces, particularly at night. 'Her tears fell with the dews at even.' (Tennyson) ... 2. Figuratively, anything which falls lightly and in a refreshing manner. 'The golden dew of sleep.' ... 3. An emblem of morning, or fresh vigor. 'The dew of his youth.' ... Dew is used in combinat …
dew itchSynonym for cutaneous ancylostomiasis ... Cutaneous larva migrans caused by larvae of hookworms. ... Synonym: ancylostoma dermatitis, ancylostomiasis cutis, coolie itch, dew itch, ground itch, swamp itch, swimmer's itch, toe itch, water itch, water sore. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dewar<radiobiology> Cryogenic storage container in which two concentric vessels are separated by an insulating vacuum which prevents conductive and convective heat losses. The vessels themselves are often silvered to reduce radiative heat losses. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
Dewar flask<apparatus> A glass vessel, often silvered, with two walls, the space between which is evacuated; used for maintaining materials at constant temperature or, more usually, at low temperature. ... Synonym: vacuum flask. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
Dewar, Sir James<person> English chemist, 1842-1923. ... See: Dewar flask. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dewy1. Pertaining to dew; resembling, consisting of, or moist with, dew. 'A dewy mist Went and watered all the ground.' (Milton) 'When dewy eve her curtain draws.' (Keble) ... 2. Falling gently and beneficently, like the dew. 'Dewy sleep ambrosial.' (Cowper) ... 3. <botany> Resembling a dew-covered surface; appearing as if covered with dew. ... Sour …
dexamethasone<drug> Steroid analogue (glucocorticoid), used as an anti-inflammatory drug. ... (18 Nov 1997) ...
dexamethasone isonicotinate<chemical> 9-fluoro-11 beta,17,21-trihydroxy-16 alpha-methyl-pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione-21-isonicotinate. An anti-inflammatory, antiallergic glucocorticoid that can be administered orally, by inhalation, locally, and parenterally. It may cause water and salt retention. ... Pharmacological action: anti-allergic agents, steroidal anti-inflammat …
dexamethasone suppression test<endocrinology, investigation> A test that measures the response of the adrenal glands to ACTH. ... Dexamethasone is given to the patient and then blood cortisol levels are measured. Under normal conditions, cortisol levels should drop in response to dexamethasone. In this test one milligram of dexamethasone is administered in the morning and …
dexamphetamineSynonym for dextroamphetamine sulfate ... (+)-alpha-methylphenethylamine sulfate;similar in action to racaemic amphetamine sulfate, but is more stimulating to the central nervous system; sympathomimetic and appetite depressant. ... Synonym: d-amphetamine sulfate, dexamphetamine. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dexamphetamine sodium phosphate<chemical> The water-soluble ester of dexamphetamine, with the same actions and uses. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dexbrompheniramine maleate<chemical> D-2-[p-Bromo-alpha-(2-dimethylaminoethyl)benzyl]pyridine maleate;the dextrorotatory isomer of brompheniramine; an antihistamine. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dexchlorpheniramine maleate<chemical> D-2-[p-Chloro-alpha-(2-dimethylaminoethyl)benzyl]pyridine maleate;the dextrorotatory isomer of chlorpheniramine; an antihistamine. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dexetimide<chemical> A muscarinic antagonist that has been used to treat neuroleptic-induced parkinsonism. Benzetimide is the (-)-enantimorph of dexetimide. ... Pharmacological action: antiparkinson agents, muscarinic antagonists, parasympatholytics. ... Chemical name: (3,4'-Bipiperidine)-2,6-dione, 3-phenyl-1'-(phenylmethyl)-, (S)- ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
dexiocardiaSynonym for dextrocardia ... The location of the heart in the right hemithorax, either secondary to a disease process or congenital mirror-image reversal. ... (27 Sep 1997) ...
dexpanthenolD-(+)-2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethylbutyramide;pantothenic acid with -CH2OH replacing the terminal -COOH; a cholinergic agent and a dietary source of pantothenic acid. ... Synonym: panthenol, pantothenyl alcohol. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dexter<anatomy> Located on or relating to the right side. ... Origin: L. Fr. Dextra, neut. Dextrum ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dexterity1. Right-handedness. ... 2. Readiness and grace in physical activity; skill and ease in using the hands; expertness in manual acts; as, dexterity with the chisel. 'In youth quick bearing and dexterity.' (Shak) ... 3. Readiness in the use or control of the mental powers; quickness and skill in managing any complicated or difficult affair; adroitness. …
dextralityRight-handedness; preference for the right hand in performing manual tasks. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextranHigh molecular weight polysaccharides synthesised by some micro organisms. Consist of D glucose linked by _ 1,6 bonds (and a few _ 1,3 and _ 1,4 bonds). Dextran 75 (average molecular weight 75 kD) has a colloid osmotic pressure similar to blood plasma, so dextran 75 solutions are used clinically as plasma expanders. They will also cause charge shie …
dextran 110Dextran (average MW 110,000) available as 5% solution in water or saline solution; used as a plasma volume expander. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextran 40Dextran (average MW 40,000) used as a plasma volume expander and blood flow adjuvant. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextran 70Dextran (average MW 70,000) used as a plasma volume expander. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextran 75Dextran (average MW 75,000) used as a plasma volume expander. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextran sulfate<chemical> Long-chain polymer of glucose containing 17-20% sulfur. It has been used as an anticoagulant and also has been shown to inhibit the binding of HIV-1 to CD4+ T-lymphocytes. It is commonly used as both an experimental and clinical laboratory reagent and has been investigated for use as an antiviral agent, in the treatment of hypolipi …
dextranase<enzyme> An enzyme that breaks down dextran, which is a polysaccharide (chain of simple sugars) composed of glucose (a type of simple sugar) monomers (units of a polymer, such as a polysaccharide). ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
dextrans<chemical> A group of glucose polymers made by certain bacteria. Dextrans are used therapeutically as plasma volume expanders and anticoagulant. They are also commonly used in biological experimentation and in industry for a wide variety of purposes. ... Pharmacological action: anticoagulant, plasma substitutes. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
dextransucrase<enzyme> A glucosyltransferase that builds poly(1,6-alpha-d-glucosyl), i.e., polyglucoses, dextrans, or alpha-glucans, from sucrose, releasing d-fructose residues. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrase<enzyme> Non-specific term for the complex of enzymes that converts dextrose (d-glucose) into lactic acid. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextriferron<drug, haematology> A colloidal solution of ferric hydroxide in complex with partially hydrolyzed dextrin, used in the treatment of iron-deficiency anaemia; it is suitable for intravenous administration and contains 20 mg of iron per ml. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrin<chemistry> A translucent, gummy, amorphous substance, nearly tasteless and odorless, used as a substitute for gum, for sizing, etc, and obtained from starch by the action of heat, acids, or diastase. It is of somewhat variable composition, containing several carbohydrates which change easily to their respective varieties of sugar. It is so n …
dextrin 6-alpha-d-glucosidaseSynonym for amylo-1,6-glucosidase ... <enzyme> Catalyses endohydrolysis of 1,6-alpha-d-glucoside linkages at points of branching in chains of 1,4-linked alpha-d-glucose residues ... Registry number: EC 3.2.1.33 ... (26 Jun 1999) ...
dextrin 6-glucosyltransferaseSynonym for dextrin dextranase ... A glucosyltransferase transferring 1,4-alpha-d-glucosyl residues, thus catalyzing the synthesis of dextrans (with 1,6 links between monosaccharide units) from dextrins (with 1,4 links) by glucose transfer. ... Synonym: dextrin-dextran transglucosidase, dextrin 6-glucosyltransferase. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrin dextranaseA glucosyltransferase transferring 1,4-alpha-d-glucosyl residues, thus catalyzing the synthesis of dextrans (with 1,6 links between monosaccharide units) from dextrins (with 1,4 links) by glucose transfer. ... Synonym: dextrin-dextran transglucosidase, dextrin 6-glucosyltransferase. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrin glycosyltransferaseSynonym for 4-alpha-d-glucanotransferase ... Dextrin transglycosylase or glycosyltransferase;a 4-glycosyltransferase converting maltodextrins into amylose and glucose by transferring parts of 1,4-glucan chains to new 4-positions on glucose or other 1,4-glucans. ... Synonym: amylomaltase, D enzyme, dextrin glycosyltransferase, dextrin transglycosylase …
dextrin limitSynonym for limit dextrin ... The polysaccharide fragments remaining at the end (limit) of exhaustive hydrolysis of amylopectin or glycogen by alpha-1,4-glucan maltohydrolase, which cannot hydrolyze the alpha-1,6 bonds at branch points; accumulates in individuals with type III glycogen storage disease. ... Synonym: dextrin limit. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrin transglycosylaseSynonym for 4-alpha-d-glucanotransferase ... Dextrin transglycosylase or glycosyltransferase;a 4-glycosyltransferase converting maltodextrins into amylose and glucose by transferring parts of 1,4-glucan chains to new 4-positions on glucose or other 1,4-glucans. ... Synonym: amylomaltase, D enzyme, dextrin glycosyltransferase, dextrin transglycosylase …
dextrin-dextran transglucosidaseSynonym for dextrin dextranase ... A glucosyltransferase transferring 1,4-alpha-d-glucosyl residues, thus catalyzing the synthesis of dextrans (with 1,6 links between monosaccharide units) from dextrins (with 1,4 links) by glucose transfer. ... Synonym: dextrin-dextran transglucosidase, dextrin 6-glucosyltransferase. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrinaseAny of the enzymes catalyzing the hydrolysis of dextrins; e.g., amylo-1,6-glucosidase, dextrin dextranase. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrinogenicCapable of producing dextrin. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrinosisSynonym: glycogenosis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrinuriaThe passage of dextrin in the urine. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrinyltransferase<enzyme> Catalyses transfer of dextrinyl groups to glucose, maltose, or maltodextrins; activity similar to that of amylomaltase; point mutation converts maltodextrin glucosidase to this type of enzyme ... Registry number: EC 2.4.1.- ... (26 Jun 1999) ...
dextro-<chemistry, prefix> A prefix, from the latin word dexter, meaning, pertaining to, or toward, the right; having the property of turning the plane of polarized light to the right; as, dextrotartaric acid. ... (29 Oct 1998) ...
dextroamphetamine<drug> This prescription stimulant drug is used to treat narcolepsy, epilepsy, Parkinson's syndrome, and hyperactivity in children. As with all other amphetamines, this drug can be easily abused and may cause a wide range of nervous and cardiovascular side effects. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
dextroamphetamine phosphateMonobasic d-alpha-methylphenethylamine phosphate;same actions and uses as dextroamphetamine sulfate. ... Synonym: d-amphetamine phosphate. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextroamphetamine sulfate(+)-alpha-methylphenethylamine sulfate;similar in action to racaemic amphetamine sulfate, but is more stimulating to the central nervous system; sympathomimetic and appetite depressant. ... Synonym: d-amphetamine sulfate, dexamphetamine. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrocardiaThe location of the heart in the right hemithorax, either secondary to a disease process or congenital mirror-image reversal. ... (27 Sep 1997) ...
dextrocardia with situs inversusDisplacement of the heart to the right side of the chest with mirror transposition of the cardiac chambers together with transposition of the abdominal viscera. ... Synonym: type 1 dextrocardia. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrocardiogramThat part of the electrocardiogram that is derived from the right ventricle. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrocerebralHaving a dominant right cerebral hemisphere. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextroclinationAn obsolete term for dextrotorsion. ... Synonym: dextrotorsion. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrocularRarely used term for indicating right ocular dominance; denoting one who prefers the right eye in monocular work, such as microscopy. ... Synonym: right-eyed. ... Origin: dextro-+ L. Oculus, eye ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrocycloductionRotation of the upper pole of the cornea to the right. ... See: excycloduction. ... Origin: dextro-+ cyclo-+ L. Duco, pp. Ductus, to lead ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextroductionSeldom-used term for rotation of one eye to the right. ... Origin: dextro-+ L. Duco, pp. Ductus, to lead ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrogastriaCondition in which the stomach is displaced to the right; may represent either simple displacement or situs inversus. Usually associated with dextrocardia. ... Origin: dextro-+ G. Gaster, stomach ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrogramElectrocardiographic record in an experimental animal representing spread of impulse through the right ventricle alone. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextrogyrationA twisting to the right. ... Origin: dextro-+ L. Gyro, pp. -atus, to turn in a circle, fr. Gyrus, circle ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextromanualSynonym: right-handed. ... Origin: dextro-+ L. Manus, hand ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextromethorphan<chemical> The d-isomer of the codeine analog of levorphanol. It acts on the medullary cough centre to suppress cough but does not have the addictive, analgesic, and sedative effects of codeine and does not produce respiratory depression at usual doses. ... Pharmacological action: antitussive agents. ... Chemical name: Morphinan, 3-methoxy-17-m …
dextromethorphan hydrobromideHydrobromide of d-racemethorphan; d-3-methoxy-N-methylmorphinan hydrobromide;a synthetic morphine derivative used as an antitussive agent. It has weak central depressant action, and appears to have little addiction liability. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextromethorphan O-demethylase<enzyme> Cytochrome p450iid6 is the specific cytochrome used for the enzymatic reaction ... Registry number: EC 1.- ... (26 Jun 1999) ...
dextromoramide<chemical> An opioid analgesic structurally related to methadone and used in the treatment of severe pain. ... Pharmacological action: analgesics, opioid, narcotics. ... Chemical name: Pyrrolidine, 1-(3-methyl-4-(4-morpholinyl)-1-oxo-2,2-diphenylbutyl)-, (S)- ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
dextromoramide tartrateA narcotic analgesic related chemically and pharmacologically to methadone. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextropedalDenoting one who uses the right leg in preference to the left. ... Synonym: right-footed. ... Origin: dextro-+ L. Pes (ped-), foot ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
dextropositionMove to the right. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
