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Medical Terminology: Skeletal System Part 5

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This deck covers key terms and diagnostic techniques related to the skeletal system, including various types of fractures, imaging methods, and procedures.

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Define: pathological fracture

A fracture that occurs in a bone weakened by disease, such as cancer or osteoporosis, rather than from trauma. The oncologist explained that her pathological fracture was a result of the underlying bone cancer.
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Definition
Define: pathological fracture
A fracture that occurs in a bone weakened by disease, such as cancer or osteoporosis, rather than from trauma. The oncologist explained that her patho...
Define: impact fracture
A fracture that occurs due to a high-energy impact or trauma, often resulting in a break or crush of the bone. After the fall from the ladder, he was ...
Define: x-ray (radiography)
A diagnostic imaging technique that uses radiation to produce images of the inside of the body, particularly bones. The doctor ordered an X-ray (radio...
Define: mri (magnetic resonance imaging)
A non-invasive imaging technique that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of organs and tissues inside the body. An MRI (ma...
Define: ct scan (computed tomography)
A medical imaging method that combines X-ray images taken from different angles and uses computer processing to create cross-sectional images of bones...
Define: bone density test (dexas scan)
A test that measures the density of bones to assess the risk of fractures and diagnose osteoporosis. She scheduled a bone density test (DEXA scan) to ...
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Medical Terminology: Skeletal System Part 5
TermDefinition
Define: pathological fracture
A fracture that occurs in a bone weakened by disease, such as cancer or osteoporosis, rather than from trauma. The oncologist explained that her pathological fracture was a result of the underlying bone cancer.
Define: impact fracture
A fracture that occurs due to a high-energy impact or trauma, often resulting in a break or crush of the bone. After the fall from the ladder, he was diagnosed with an impact fracture of his wrist.
Define: x-ray (radiography)
A diagnostic imaging technique that uses radiation to produce images of the inside of the body, particularly bones. The doctor ordered an X-ray (radiography) to check for any fractures in the injured arm.
Define: mri (magnetic resonance imaging)
A non-invasive imaging technique that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of organs and tissues inside the body. An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) was performed to evaluate the soft tissue damage in her knee.
Define: ct scan (computed tomography)
A medical imaging method that combines X-ray images taken from different angles and uses computer processing to create cross-sectional images of bones and soft tissues. The physician recommended a CT scan (computed tomography) to get a clearer view of the internal injuries.
Define: bone density test (dexas scan)
A test that measures the density of bones to assess the risk of fractures and diagnose osteoporosis. She scheduled a bone density test (DEXA scan) to evaluate her bone health after menopause.
Define: bone biopsy
A medical procedure in which a small sample of bone tissue is removed for examination to diagnose diseases such as infections or cancer. The doctor performed a bone biopsy to determine the nature of the lesion found on the X-ray.
Define: arthroscopy
A minimally invasive surgical procedure used to visualize, diagnose, and treat joint problems using an arthroscope inserted into the joint. He underwent arthroscopy to repair a torn meniscus in his knee.
Define: bone scan (nuclear medicine test)
A diagnostic imaging technique that uses small amounts of radioactive material to detect bone diseases and conditions. The physician ordered a bone scan (nuclear medicine test) to check for signs of infection in the bone.
Define: ultrasound (for joint and soft tissue evaluation)
An imaging technique that uses sound waves to create images of soft tissues and joints, helping to diagnose conditions such as tears or inflammation. The doctor recommended an ultrasound to assess the swelling in her shoulder joint.