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Lordosis
Lordosis
An exaggeration of the forward curve of the lower part of the back, sometimes called sway-back.
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Lortab
Hydrocodone (chemical synonym: dihydrocodeinone; trade names: Vicodin, Anexsia, Dicodid, Hycodan, Hycomine, Lorcet, Lortab, Norco, Tussionex) is an opioid derived from either of the natural occuring opiates -- codeine or thebaine. Hydrocodone is an orally active analgesic and antitussive Schedule II narcotic which is marketed in multi-ingredient Schedule III products. The therapeutic dose of 5 mg to 10 mg is pharmacologically equivalent to 30 to 60 mg of oral codeine.
Legionella
See Legionellosis.
Lumpectomy
Surgical removal of a small cancerous or non-cancerous tumor; generally used to refer to removal of a breast lump.
Levodopa
L-dopa. The single most effective anti-Parkinson drug, it is changed into dopamine in the brain.
Lewy body
A pink-staining sphere, found in the bodies of dying cells, that is considered to be a marker for Parkinson's disease.
Lordosis
Laminate
Thin plastic or porcelain veneer produced in a dental laboratory and then bonded to a tooth.
Laughing gas
Nitrous oxide; odorless inhalation agent that produces relative analgesic (sedation); reduces anxiety and creates a state of relaxation.
Lesion
Injury of bodily tissue due to infection, trauma or neoplasm
Local anesthesia
Partial or complete elimination of pain sensation, in the immediate vicinity of its application or injection.
Laminectomy
Operation to remove prolapsed disc - involves removal of part of a vertebra.
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