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Medical Terminology Body Organization and Directional Terms Part 4

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This deck covers key concepts related to body regions, anatomical terms, and skeletal structures, essential for understanding medical terminology.

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Define: Epigastric Region

The area of the abdomen located above the stomach, often associated with digestive issues. Pain in the epigastric region may signify gastritis.
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Definition
Define: Epigastric Region
The area of the abdomen located above the stomach, often associated with digestive issues. Pain in the epigastric region may signify gastritis.
Define: Umbilical Region
The central area of the abdomen surrounding the navel, important for assessing abdominal conditions. Tenderness in the umbilical region can indicate a...
Define: Hypogastric (Pubic) Region
The lower central area of the abdomen, located below the umbilical region, associated with pelvic organs. The hypogastric region is relevant in evalua...
Define: Right Iliac (Inguinal) Region
The lower right section of the abdomen, often associated with appendicitis and reproductive organs. Pain in the right iliac region may suggest appendi...
Define: Left Iliac (Inguinal) Region
The lower left section of the abdomen, associated with the colon and reproductive organs. Symptoms in the left iliac region can indicate diverticuliti...
Define: Right Lumbar Region
The right lateral area of the abdomen, associated with the right kidney and parts of the digestive tract. Discomfort in the right lumbar region may in...
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Medical Terminology Body Organization and Directional Terms Part 4
TermDefinition
Define: Epigastric Region
The area of the abdomen located above the stomach, often associated with digestive issues. Pain in the epigastric region may signify gastritis.
Define: Umbilical Region
The central area of the abdomen surrounding the navel, important for assessing abdominal conditions. Tenderness in the umbilical region can indicate appendicitis.
Define: Hypogastric (Pubic) Region
The lower central area of the abdomen, located below the umbilical region, associated with pelvic organs. The hypogastric region is relevant in evaluating urinary issues.
Define: Right Iliac (Inguinal) Region
The lower right section of the abdomen, often associated with appendicitis and reproductive organs. Pain in the right iliac region may suggest appendicitis.
Define: Left Iliac (Inguinal) Region
The lower left section of the abdomen, associated with the colon and reproductive organs. Symptoms in the left iliac region can indicate diverticulitis.
Define: Right Lumbar Region
The right lateral area of the abdomen, associated with the right kidney and parts of the digestive tract. Discomfort in the right lumbar region may indicate kidney issues.
Define: Left Lumbar Region
The left lateral area of the abdomen, associated with the left kidney and parts of the digestive tract. Pain in the left lumbar region could suggest renal problems.
Define: Right Hypochondriac Region
The upper right area of the abdomen beneath the ribs, often associated with liver and gallbladder issues. Symptoms in the right hypochondriac region can indicate gallstones.
Define: Left Hypochondriac Region
The upper left area of the abdomen beneath the ribs, often associated with spleen and stomach issues. Pain in the left hypochondriac region may be related to splenic disorders.
Define: Cytology
The branch of biology that studies the structure and function of cells. Cytology is often used in cancer diagnosis through cell analysis.
Define: Histology
The study of the microscopic structure of tissues. Pathologists use histology to examine tissue samples for disease.
Define: Physiology
The branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts. Understanding physiology is essential for medical practice.
Define: Pathology
The study of diseases, including their causes, development, and effects on the body. Pathology helps in diagnosing diseases through laboratory tests.
Define: Morphology
The study of the form and structure of organisms, including their physical shape and arrangement. Morphology is crucial in identifying anatomical anomalies.
Define: Somatic
Pertaining to the body, especially as distinct from the mind. Somatic symptoms can often manifest in physical forms of stress.
Define: Visceral
Relating to the internal organs, particularly those within the abdominal cavity. Visceral pain often originates from internal organ dysfunction.
Define: Parietal
Referring to the walls of a cavity or a structure, as opposed to the organs within. The parietal layer of the peritoneum lines the abdominal cavity.
Define: Axial Skeleton
The part of the skeleton that includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage, providing support and protection for the head and trunk. The axial skeleton is essential for maintaining posture.
Define: Appendicular Skeleton
The part of the skeleton that includes the limbs and girdles, responsible for movement and interaction with the environment. The appendicular skeleton allows for a wide range of motion.