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What is the medical term meaning surgical puncture into the lower back to withdraw fluid for examination?
I think you are trying to describe a Lumbar Puncture, which is performed in the lower (lumbar) region of the spine.
What is the medical term meaning surgical repair of a vertebra?
There are several different terms that could mean surgical repair of the spine, depending on which particular part of the spine was being repaired. Some examples include spinal fusion, disk replacement, discectomy, and many more.
What is the Medical term meaning lumbar region and ribs?
Costovertebral is the medical term meaning pertaining to the spine and ribs.
What would puncture your lung your ribs or your spine?
Lungs; your ribs and spine would break.
What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of the posterior arch of a vertebra?
The medical term for the surgical removal of the posterior arch of a vertebra is laminectomy. This procedure is commonly done to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves caused by conditions such as spinal stenosis or herniated discs.
What is the medical term meaning Pertaining to the brain and spine?
Cerebrospinal is the medical term meaning pertaining to the brain (cerebrum) and the spine. For instance, cerebrospinal fluid is produced in the brain and flows around the brain and spinal cord.
What does the medical terminology combining form rachio- mean?
Rachio- is a medical terminology combining form meaning spine.
What is the medical term meaning curvature of the spine that may develop during puberty?
Scoliosis
Why is a lumber puncture done in the small of the back?
The Lumbar Spine refers to the bottom six vertebrae in the spine. Most strain on the Lumbar spine occur between L4 and L6, where the back bows. This forces blood from the rest of the back to flow over to even-out the blood flow in the back. Therefore, the small of the back has minimal blood flow, making a puncture easier.
What does surgical treatment of scoliosis involve?
Surgical treatment of scoliosis involves straightening the spine with metal rods and fusing the vertebrae in the straightened position.
What is the medical term meaning outside the abdominal cavity?
An injection into the epidural space of the spine.
What does the medical abbreviation c-spine mean?
c-spine means cervical spine, and cervical means neck.
