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Meckel's diverticulum
Meckel's diverticulum
A birth defect in which a small sac forms in the ileum.
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Manometry
Tests that measure muscle pressure and movements in the GI tract.
Marrow
The tissue which fills the cavities of most bones; the medulla. In the larger cavities it is commonly very fatty, but in the smaller cavities it is much less fatty, and red or reddish in color.
Mast cells
Cells, which synthesize and store histamines, found in most body tissues, particularly just below the epithelial surfaces, serous cavities and around blood vessels. In an allergic response, an allergen stimulates the release of antibodies, which attach themselves to mast cells.
Mastitis
Infection of the milk ducts in the breast.
Maxillofacial
Of or relating to the upper jaw and face (particularly with reference to specialized surgery of the maxilla).
Meckel's diverticulum
Medicaid
Federally and state-funded health care program for low-income individuals.
Medicare
Federally funded health care program for individuals over age 65.
Megacolon
A huge, swollen colon. Results from severe constipation. In children, megacolon is more common in boys than girls. See also Hirschsprung's Disease.
Melena
Blood in the stool.
Miscarriage
Spontaneous termination of a pregnancy before the fetus has developed enough to survive outside the uterus.
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