What is ECMO ECMO is short for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation or extracorporeal life support machine, is a treatment that uses a pump to circulate blood
What is carcinoma in situ Carcinoma in-situ is defined as a group of abnormal cells that remain in the place where they first formed. Squamous
What is decorticate posturing Decorticate posturing is an abnormal posturing and it is defined as semi-flexion, adduction and internal rotation at the shoulders and semi-flexion
What is Dandy Walker syndrome Dandy-Walker syndrome is a group of disorders that affect the development of the brain. The changes in brain development are
What are carotenoids Carotenoids are dark-colored dyes (pigments) found in plant foods that can turn into a form of vitamin A. For example, the orange
What is carotid endarterectomy Carotid endarterectomy is a type of surgery used to remove plaque from inside a carotid artery in your neck. Carotid endarterectomy
What is cauda equina As spinal nerves branch from the spinal cord, they pass laterally to exit the vertebral canal through the intervertebral foramina between
What is a carcinogen Carcinogen is any substance that causes cancer. Cancer is caused by changes in a cell’s DNA – its genetic “blueprint.” Some
What is calcaneus Calcaneus or heel bone, is one of seven tarsal bones that forms the heel of the foot. The weight of the body
