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251 | 2018-04-21 04:00:29 | Ultraviolet Radiation (UV) | Ultraviolet radiation (UV) refers to high energy rays, in the range of 400–10 nm. UV radiation is invisible to the human eye and comes mainly from the sun.More on cancer and ultraviolet radiation. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "251": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 251, "category_1.id": 23, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:34:44", "category_1.title": "U" } } |
252 | 2018-04-21 04:00:36 | Umbilical arteries | Umbilical arteries are part of the foetal circulatory system. A pair of umbilical arteries passes on either side of the bladder into the umbilical cord. The blood in these arteries is low in oxygen and high in carbon dioxide and foetal waste. It discharges waste and loads oxygen and nutrient in the placenta. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "252": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 252, "category_1.id": 23, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:34:44", "category_1.title": "U" } } |
253 | 2018-04-21 04:00:47 | Umbilical cord | The umbilical cord is the cord that connects the placenta to a baby when it is in the uterus. The nutrients (blood supply) to the baby run through the cord. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "253": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 253, "category_1.id": 23, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:34:44", "category_1.title": "U" } } |
254 | 2018-04-21 04:00:58 | Umbilical cord prolapse | Umbilical cord prolapse is a rare obstetric emergency, that occurs when the umbilical cord passes through the opening of the womb before the baby. Pressure on the cord then blocks the blood flow to the baby from the placenta, which may cause death or brain damage. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "254": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 254, "category_1.id": 23, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:34:44", "category_1.title": "U" } } |
255 | 2018-04-21 04:01:06 | Umbilical vein | The umbilical vein is part of the foetal circulatory system. It returns blood loaded with oxygen and nutrients back to the foetus. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "255": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 255, "category_1.id": 23, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:34:44", "category_1.title": "U" } } |
256 | 2018-04-21 04:01:18 | Vacuum aspiration (Dilation and suction curretage) | Vacuum aspiration is a surgical method of abortion. The muscle surrounding the neck of the cervix are relaxed and stretched open a number of millimeters to allow the insertion of a small plastic tube. The contents of the uterus are then suctioned out. In the earlier stages of pregnancy (i.e. less than seven weeks) dilation may not be required. A loop-shaped instrument called a curette may be used afterwards to scrape the inside of the uterus, ensuring it is completely empty. |
1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "256": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 256, "category_1.id": 24, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:39:05", "category_1.title": "V" } } |
257 | 2018-04-21 04:01:29 | Vacuum Erection Device | The vacuum erection device for erectile dysfunction uses a pump mechanism to create negative pressure around the penis, encouraging it to become erect. An elastic device is then placed around the base of the penis to help maintain the erection. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "257": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 257, "category_1.id": 24, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:39:05", "category_1.title": "V" } } |
258 | 2018-04-21 04:01:43 | Vagifem | Vagifem is used to treat certain vaginal symptoms in women after menopause. These symptoms include; dryness, itchiness and pain during sexual intercourse. However, Vagifem may be given for another reason. If you would like more information, please consult your doctor. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "258": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 258, "category_1.id": 24, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:39:05", "category_1.title": "V" } } |
259 | 2018-04-21 04:01:49 | Vagina | The vagina is a muscular tube 6 – 7.5cm long, which leads from the uterus to the outside of the body. The vaginal wall consists of an inner tissue layer, intermediate muscle layer and outer tissue layer.For more information please see the female urogenital system. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "259": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 259, "category_1.id": 24, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:39:05", "category_1.title": "V" } } |
260 | 2018-04-21 04:02:03 | Vaginal Atrophy (Atrophic Vaginitis) | Vaginal atrophy (also known as atrophic vaginitis) is a condition in which the vagina becomes inflamed. It results from low levels of oestrogen and usually causes reduced vaginal lubrication. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "260": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 260, "category_1.id": 24, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:39:05", "category_1.title": "V" } } |
261 | 2018-04-21 04:02:12 | Vaginal birth | Vaginal birth is the delivery of a baby from the uterus (womb), out through the vagina.For more information, see Vaginal Delivery | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "261": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 261, "category_1.id": 24, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:39:05", "category_1.title": "V" } } |
262 | 2018-04-21 04:02:24 | Vaginal contraceptive ring | A vaginal contraceptive ring is a device which is inserted into the vagina. From there is releases hormones which prevent ovulation and pregnancy occurring. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "262": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 262, "category_1.id": 24, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:39:05", "category_1.title": "V" } } |
263 | 2018-04-21 04:02:36 | Vaginal contractions | Vaginal contractions are spasms of the muscles in the vagina. They commonly occur when a woman experiences orgasm. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "263": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 263, "category_1.id": 24, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:39:05", "category_1.title": "V" } } |
264 | 2018-04-21 04:02:47 | Vaginal examination | Vaginal examination (VE) is the insertion of a gloved finger into the vagina in order to assess gynacaological structures. In addition to its use during gynacological examination, VE is carried out during late pregnancy to assess how ready the cervix is for labour, and during labour to assess how labour is progressing. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "264": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 264, "category_1.id": 24, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:39:05", "category_1.title": "V" } } |
265 | 2018-04-21 04:02:56 | Vaginal Mucosa | The vaginal mucosa are the mucous membranes of the vagina. Like all mucous membranes they produce mucus, which protects the skin inside the vaginal cavity.For more information, see the Female Urogenital System. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "265": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 265, "category_1.id": 24, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:39:05", "category_1.title": "V" } } |
266 | 2018-04-21 04:03:00 | Waist – height ratio | Waist – height ratio is the ratio of your waist circumference to your height. Waist – height ratio can be used as a measure of obesity. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "266": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 266, "category_1.id": 25, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:34:44", "category_1.title": "W" } } |
267 | 2018-04-21 04:03:07 | Waist Circumference | Waist circumference (WC) is a good indicator of abdominal fat and can be used to indicate health risks. It is measured by putting an unstretched tape measure around the narrowest level of your waist over light or no clothing. Waist circumference can be used as a measure of obesity.For more information, see Assessing Central Obesity: Waist Circumference. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "267": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 267, "category_1.id": 25, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:34:44", "category_1.title": "W" } } |
268 | 2018-04-21 04:03:15 | Waist to Hip Ratio (WHR) | The waist to hip ratio (WHR) is a simple measure of central obesity. WHR is calculated by dividing your waist circumference by your hip circumference. The score from the WHR predicts the risk of developing several conditions associated with excess abdominal fat. Excess abdominal fat distribution is indicated by a WHR greater than 0.8 for women and 0.9 for men.For more information, see Assessing Central Obesity: Waist to Hip Ratio. |
1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "268": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 268, "category_1.id": 25, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:34:44", "category_1.title": "W" } } |
269 | 2018-04-21 04:03:32 | Walking bleach technique | Walking bleach technique is the technique that is commonly used to bleach those teeth that have had a root canal treatment performed, and have discoloured as a result of it. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "269": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 269, "category_1.id": 25, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:34:44", "category_1.title": "W" } } |
270 | 2018-04-21 04:03:46 | Warm Down | Warming down is a type of active exercise recovery. It usually involves 5–15 minutes of extra exercise after the main exercise is completed. The warm down should be low intensity to allow the heart rate to gradually drop. Warming down also prevents muscle stiffening. The warm down does not have to be the same type of exercise as the main activity. | 1 January, 2012 | 21 January, 2014 | { "270": { "category_1_x_medical_dictionary.id": 270, "category_1.id": 25, "category_1.ts": "2018-04-18 04:34:44", "category_1.title": "W" } } |
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