Tag: definition
Spina bifida: definition, causes, what life expectancy?
Spina bifida (aperta, occulta) refers to a set of congenital malformations of the spinal cord and lower spine. Discovery and diagram with Pr Michel Zerah, pediatric neurosurgeon. Summary What is…
Dwarfism: definition, size, cause and life expectancy
Dwarfism or “achondroplasia” is a congenital growth disorder characterized by abnormal bone development and resulting in short stature and shorter limbs. Summary Definition: what is dwarfism? We talk about “dwarfism”…
Pleiocytosis: definition, treatment, the sign of meningitis?
Designating the presence of abnormal cells in the cerebrospinal fluid, pleocytosis is diagnosed on the study of this fluid from the realization of a lumbar puncture. It can be the…
Cleft (lip) palate: definition, causes, operation
Cleft palate or lip and palate is a congenital malformation of the palate and lip. It is the most common facial malformation in newborns. We used to speak of “hare…
Hymen (vagina): definition, diagram, when does it break?
The hymen is a thin elastic membrane located at the entrance to the vagina. It is often associated with a sign of virginity but it is not. Absent, closed, thick,…
Spleen: definition, role of this organ, diagram, anatomy
The spleen is an organ of the abdomen, one of whose roles is to store lymphocytes and monocytes, cells that ensure the protection of the organism. What is it for…
Basal metabolism: definition, calculation woman, man, rate
The basic metabolism corresponds to the minimum energy that the body needs to ensure its vital functions. Or the maximum number of calories to eat per day. Here’s how to…
Keratoconus: stage definition, what treatments?
Keratoconus is an eye disease that results in progressive thinning of the cornea and impaired vision. Update on the causes, diagnosis and treatment with Dr. Pierre Quéromès, ophthalmologist surgeon specializing…
What is dysmorphophobia? Definition and signs to know
The person who suffers from dysmorphophobia is obsessed with a defect in his body but his vision of himself is totally false. Often this body perception disorder is triggered in…
Midwife: definition, role, which studies?
The midwife accompanies the woman throughout her pregnancy. What is his role ? What study to become a midwife? What is the difference with a gynecologist? Summary The midwife accompanies…