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Decompressive
Decompressive Refers to a surgical procedure during which bone, tissue, or tumor is removed to lessen intracranial pressure.
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Bone
Bone refers either to a hardened connective tissue or to one of the individual structures, or organs, into which it is formed, found in many animals. Bones support body structures, protect internal organs, and (in conjunction with muscles) facilitate movement; are also involved with cell formation, calcium metabolism, and mineral storage. The bones of an animal are, collectively, known as the skeleton.
Tissue
Biological tissue is a group of cells that perform a similar function.The study of tissues is known as histology, or, in connection with disease, histopathology.The classical tools for studying the tissues are the wax block, the tissue stain, and the optical microscope, though developments in electron microscopy, immunofluorescence, and frozen sections have all added to the sum of knowledge in the last couple of decades.
Tumor
Overgrowth of tissue.
Intracranial
Within the skull.
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Decompensation
The deterioration of existing defenses, leading to an exacerbation of pathological behavior.
Decompress
1. In general, to remove pressure physically or emotionally. 2. In surgery, to remove pressure on a structure such as the spinal cord. 3. To lessen atmospheric pressure on deep-sea divers returning to the surface, or on persons ascending to great heights.
Decompression
1. In general, the removal of pressure. 2. In surgery, a procedure to remove pressure on a structure, as in decompression of the spinal cord. 3. The lessening of atmospheric pressure on deep-sea divers returning to the surface, or on persons ascending to great heights.
Decortication
Removal of part or all of the outer surface of an organ such as the lung, kidney, or brain.
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Duct
A channel or passage through which fluids move.
Duodenal
Having to do with the duodenum.
Dwarfism
A deficiency of growth hormone resulting in short stature.
Debulk
A surgical procedure to decrease mass effect by removing a portion of a tumor or dead tissue. See mass effect.
Decadron
Dexamethasone. A glucocorticosteroid medication used to reduce brain tissue swelling.
Decompressive
Dedifferentiate
A mature cell returning to a less mature state. See differentiate, undifferentiated.
Delivery
See drug delivery.
Density
The amount of darkness or light in an area of a scan reflects the compactness and density of tissue. Differences in tissue density are the basis for CT and MR scans.
Differentiate
The process cells undergo as they mature into normal cells. Differentiated cells have distinctive characteristics, perform specific functions, and are less likely to divide. See dedifferentiate, undifferentiated.
Drug delivery
The method and route used to provide medication.
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