Medical Terminology, An Illustrated Guide

Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication Page
Brief Contents
Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Reviewers
User's Guide
PART I Introduction to Medical Terminology
1 Concepts, Suffixes, and Prefixes of Medical Terminology
Introduction
Concepts of Medical Terminology
Word Parts
Combining Forms
Word Derivations
Words Ending in x
Suffixes Beginning With rh
Pronunciation
Soft and Hard c and g
Silent Letters and Unusual Pronunciations
Abbreviations
Phrase Abbreviations
Symbols
Medical Dictionaries
Suffixes
Noun Suffixes
Adjective Suffixes
Forming Plurals
Some Exceptions to the Rules
Prefixes
2 Body Structure
Introduction
The Cell
Tissues
Membranes
Organs and Organ Systems
Word Parts Pertaining to Cells, Tissues, and Organs
The Body as a Whole
Directional Terms
Body Cavities
Abdominal Regions
Positions
Word Parts Pertaining to Body Structure
3 Disease and Treatment
Introduction
Types of Diseases
Infectious Diseases
Bacteria
Responses to Disease
Inflammation
Phagocytosis
Immunity
Neoplasia
Word Parts Pertaining to Disease
Diagnosis
Imaging Techniques
Treatment
Surgery
Alternative and Complementary Medicine
Cancer
Word Parts Pertaining to Diagnosis and Treatment
Drugs
Adverse Drug Effects
Drug Names
Drug Information
Herbal Medicines
Drug Administration
Word Parts Pertaining to Drugs
PART II Body Systems
4 Integumentary System
Introduction
Anatomy of the Skin
Associated Skin Structures
Roots Pertaining to the Integumentary System
Clinical Aspects of the Skin
Wounds
Dermatitis
Psoriasis
Autoimmune Disorders
Skin Cancer
5 Skeletal System
Introduction
Divisions of the Skeleton
Bone Formation
Structure of a Long Bone
Joints
Roots Pertaining to the Skeletal System
Clinical Aspects of the Skeleton
Infection
Fractures
Metabolic Bone Diseases
Neoplasms
Joint Disorders
Disorders of the Spine
6 Muscular System
Introduction
Types of Muscles
Skeletal Muscle
Muscle Structure
Muscle Action
Naming of Muscles
Roots Pertaining to Muscles
Clinical Aspects of the Muscular System
Muscular Dystrophy
Multiple-System Disorders Involving Muscles
Stress Injuries
7 Nervous System and Mental Health
Introduction
Organization of the Nervous System
The Neuron
Nerves
The Brain
Protecting the Brain
The Spinal Cord
The Spinal Nerves
Reflexes
The Autonomic Nervous System
Word Parts Pertaining to the Nervous System
Clinical Aspects of the Nervous System
Vascular Disorders
Head Injury
Confusion and Coma
Infection
Neoplasms
Degenerative Diseases
Epilepsy
Sleep Disturbances
Others
Behavioral Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Mood Disorders
Psychosis
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Drugs Used in Treatment
8 Special Senses: Ear and Eye
Introduction
The Senses
The Ear
Clinical Aspects of Hearing
Hearing Loss
Otitis
Otosclerosis
Ménière Disease
Acoustic Neuroma
The Eye and Vision
Word Parts Pertaining to the Eye and Vision
Clinical Aspects of Vision
Errors of Refraction
Infection
Disorders of the Retina
Cataract
Glaucoma
9 Endocrine System
Introduction
Hormones
The Endocrine Glands
Pituitary
Thyroid and Parathyroids
Adrenals
Pancreas
Other Endocrine Tissues
Roots Pertaining to the Endocrine System
Clinical Aspects of the Endocrine System
Pituitary
Thyroid
Parathyroids
Adrenals
The Pancreas and Diabetes
10 Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems
Introduction
The Heart
Blood Flow Through the Heart
Blood Supply to the Myocardium
The Heartbeat
Electrocardiography
The Vascular System
Blood Pressure
Roots Pertaining to the Cardiovascular System
Clinical Aspects of the Cardiovascular System
Atherosclerosis
Thrombosis and Embolism
Aneurysm
Hypertension
Heart Disease
Disorders of the Veins
The Lymphatic System
Roots Pertaining to the Lymphatic System
Clinical Aspects of the Lymphatic System
11 Blood and Immunity
Introduction
Blood
Blood Plasma
Blood Cells
Blood Types
Immunity
Innate Immunity
Adaptive Immunity
Types of Adaptive Immunity
Word Parts Pertaining to Blood and Immunity
Clinical Aspects of Blood
Anemia
Coagulation Disorders
Neoplasms
Clinical Aspects of Immunity
Hypersensitivity
Immunodeficiency
Autoimmune Diseases
12 Respiratory System
Introduction
Upper Respiratory Passageways
The Nose
The Pharynx
Lower Respiratory Passageways and Lungs
The Larynx
The Trachea
The Bronchial System
The Lungs
Breathing
Inspiration
Expiration
Gas Transport
Word Parts Pertaining to the Respiratory System
Clinical Aspects of the Respiratory System
Infections
Emphysema
Asthma
Pneumoconiosis
Lung Cancer
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Cystic Fibrosis
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Pleural Disorders
Diagnosis of Respiratory Disorders
13 Digestive System
Introduction
Digestion
The Digestive Tract
The Mouth to the Stomach
The Small Intestine
The Large Intestine
The Accessory Organs
Roots Pertaining to the Digestive System
Clinical Aspects of the Digestive System
Digestive Tract
Accessory Organs
14 Urinary System
Introduction
The Kidneys
Kidney Location and Structure
The Nephrons
Blood Supply to the Kidney
Urine Formation
Transport and Removal of Urine
Roots Pertaining to the Urinary System
Clinical Aspects of the Urinary System
Infections
Glomerulonephritis
Nephrotic Syndrome
Renal Failure
Urinary Stones
Cancer
Urinalysis
15 Male Reproductive System
Introduction
The Testes
Transport of Spermatozoa
The Penis
Formation of Semen
Word Parts Pertaining to the Male Reproductive System
Clinical Aspects of the Male Reproductive System
Infection
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Cancer
Cryptorchidism
Infertility
Erectile Dysfunction
Inguinal Hernia
16 Female Reproductive System; Pregnancy and Birth
Introduction
The Female Reproductive System
The Ovaries
The Uterine Tubes, Uterus, and Vagina
The External Genital Organs
The Mammary Glands
The Menstrual Cycle
Menopause
Contraception
Roots Pertaining to the Female Reproductive System
Clinical Aspects of Female Reproduction
Infection
Fibroids
Endometriosis
Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
Premenstrual Syndrome
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Cancer of the Female Reproductive Tract
Breast Cancer
Pregnancy and Birth
Fertilization and Early Development
The Placenta
Fetal Circulation
Childbirth
Lactation
Roots Pertaining to Pregnancy and Birth
Clinical Aspects of Pregnancy and Birth
Infertility
Ectopic Pregnancy
Preeclampsia
Abortion
Rh Incompatibility
Placental Abnormalities
Mastitis
Congenital Disorders
Diagnosis of Congenital Disorders
Appendices:
1 Commonly Used Symbols
2 Abbreviations and Their Meanings
3 Word Parts and Their Meanings
4 Meanings and Their Corresponding Word Parts
5 Word Roots
6 Suffixes
7 Prefixes
8 Metric Measurements
9 Stedman's Medical Dictionary at a Glance
10 Drugs
11 Answer Key
Glossary
Figure Credits
Index of Boxes
Index