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Brachytherapy, coronary artery
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Brachytherapy, coronary arteryLocal radiation treatment within an artery to the heart. Coronary artery brachytherapy has been used to reduce the recurrence of blockage (obstruction) of a coronary artery after successful treatment of a blockage of a stent. A stent is a tubular structure that is implanted inside of a coronary artery to keep it open, thereby preventing a heart attack.
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Local
In the area of the tumor; confined to one specific area.
Artery
A blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the body.
Heart
The hollow, muscular organ responsible for pumping blood through the circulatory system.
Brachytherapy
Radiation treatment given by placing radioactive material directly in or near the target, which is often a tumor.
Recurrence
The return of symptoms or the tumor itself, as opposed to a remission.
Stent
A device implanted in a vessel used to help keep it open.
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Brace
A device used to support a body part, correct or prevent deformities, or control movement.
Brace, foot-drop
See Ankle-foot orthosis.
Brace, Milwaukee
One of the two main types of braces used to treat the lateral curve of the spine in scoliosis. This brace can be worn to correct any curve in the spine.
Braces
Devices used by orthodontists to gradually reposition teeth to a more favorable alignment
Brachial artery
The artery that runs from the shoulder down to the elbow.
Brachial neuritis
A neuropathy involving symptoms in an upper limb. Pain and weakness may be out of proportion to sensory abnormality. (Brachial plexus neuropathy, Neuralgic amyotrophy)
Brachial palsy
See: Brachial plexus palsy.
Brachial plexus
A network of spinal nerves that originates in the back of the neck, extends through the axilla (armpit), and gives rise to nerves to the upper limb. The brachial plexus is formed by the union of portions of the fifth through eighth cervical nerves and the first thoracic nerve, all of which come from the spinal cord.
Brachial plexus palsy
Paralysis of the arm due to an injury to the brachial plexus, a network of spinal nerves that originates in the back of the neck, extends through the axilla (armpit), and gives rise to nerves to the upper limb. The brachial plexus is formed by the union of portions of the fifth through eighth cervical nerves and the first thoracic nerve, all of which come from the spinal cord.
Brachial vein
A vein that accompanies the brachial artery between the shoulder and the elbow. The route of the brachial artery is from the shoulder down to the elbow whereas that of the brachial vein is in the reverse direction -- from the elbow back up to the shoulder.
Brachycephaly
A short head, one that is short in diameter from front to back.
Brachydactyly
Short, stubby fingers and toes.
Brachytherapy
Radiation treatment given by placing radioactive material directly in or near the target, which is often a tumor.
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Brachial plexus palsy
Paralysis of the arm due to an injury to the brachial plexus, a network of spinal nerves that originates in the back of the neck, extends through the axilla (armpit), and gives rise to nerves to the upper limb. The brachial plexus is formed by the union of portions of the fifth through eighth cervical nerves and the first thoracic nerve, all of which come from the spinal cord.
Brachial vein
A vein that accompanies the brachial artery between the shoulder and the elbow. The route of the brachial artery is from the shoulder down to the elbow whereas that of the brachial vein is in the reverse direction -- from the elbow back up to the shoulder.
Brachycephaly
A short head, one that is short in diameter from front to back.
Brachydactyly
Short, stubby fingers and toes.
Brachytherapy
Radiation treatment given by placing radioactive material directly in or near the target, which is often a tumor.
Brachytherapy, coronary artery
Bradypnea
(Pronounced brad-ip-nea.) Abnormally slow breathing. A respiratory rate that is too slow. The normal rate of respirations (breaths per minute) depends on a number of factors, including the age of the individual and the degree of exertion.
Braille system
A system of raised-dot writing devised by Louis Braille (1809-1852) for the blind in which each letter is represented as a raised pattern that can be read by touching with the fingers.
Brain
"That part of the central nervous system that is located within the cranium (skull). The brain functions as the primary receiver, organizer and distributor of information for the body. It has two (right and left) halves called ""hemispheres."" "
Brain anthrax
Anthrax infection of the central nervous system (the spinal cord and brain) and meninges (the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord.
Brain biopsy
Biopsy of the brain. Removal of a small piece of tissue from the brain for diagnostic purposes.
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Local
In the area of the tumor; confined to one specific area.
Artery
A blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the body.
Heart
The hollow, muscular organ responsible for pumping blood through the circulatory system.
Brachytherapy
Radiation treatment given by placing radioactive material directly in or near the target, which is often a tumor.
Recurrence
The return of symptoms or the tumor itself, as opposed to a remission.
Stent
A device implanted in a vessel used to help keep it open.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Brace
A device used to support a body part, correct or prevent deformities, or control movement.
Brace, foot-drop
See Ankle-foot orthosis.
Brace, Milwaukee
One of the two main types of braces used to treat the lateral curve of the spine in scoliosis. This brace can be worn to correct any curve in the spine.
Braces
Devices used by orthodontists to gradually reposition teeth to a more favorable alignment
Brachial artery
The artery that runs from the shoulder down to the elbow.
Brachial neuritis
A neuropathy involving symptoms in an upper limb. Pain and weakness may be out of proportion to sensory abnormality. (Brachial plexus neuropathy, Neuralgic amyotrophy)
Brachial palsy
See: Brachial plexus palsy.
Brachial plexus
A network of spinal nerves that originates in the back of the neck, extends through the axilla (armpit), and gives rise to nerves to the upper limb. The brachial plexus is formed by the union of portions of the fifth through eighth cervical nerves and the first thoracic nerve, all of which come from the spinal cord.
Brachial plexus palsy
Paralysis of the arm due to an injury to the brachial plexus, a network of spinal nerves that originates in the back of the neck, extends through the axilla (armpit), and gives rise to nerves to the upper limb. The brachial plexus is formed by the union of portions of the fifth through eighth cervical nerves and the first thoracic nerve, all of which come from the spinal cord.
Brachial vein
A vein that accompanies the brachial artery between the shoulder and the elbow. The route of the brachial artery is from the shoulder down to the elbow whereas that of the brachial vein is in the reverse direction -- from the elbow back up to the shoulder.
Brachycephaly
A short head, one that is short in diameter from front to back.
Brachydactyly
Short, stubby fingers and toes.
Brachytherapy
Radiation treatment given by placing radioactive material directly in or near the target, which is often a tumor.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Brachial plexus palsy
Paralysis of the arm due to an injury to the brachial plexus, a network of spinal nerves that originates in the back of the neck, extends through the axilla (armpit), and gives rise to nerves to the upper limb. The brachial plexus is formed by the union of portions of the fifth through eighth cervical nerves and the first thoracic nerve, all of which come from the spinal cord.
Brachial vein
A vein that accompanies the brachial artery between the shoulder and the elbow. The route of the brachial artery is from the shoulder down to the elbow whereas that of the brachial vein is in the reverse direction -- from the elbow back up to the shoulder.
Brachycephaly
A short head, one that is short in diameter from front to back.
Brachydactyly
Short, stubby fingers and toes.
Brachytherapy
Radiation treatment given by placing radioactive material directly in or near the target, which is often a tumor.
Brachytherapy, coronary artery
Bradypnea
(Pronounced brad-ip-nea.) Abnormally slow breathing. A respiratory rate that is too slow. The normal rate of respirations (breaths per minute) depends on a number of factors, including the age of the individual and the degree of exertion.
Braille system
A system of raised-dot writing devised by Louis Braille (1809-1852) for the blind in which each letter is represented as a raised pattern that can be read by touching with the fingers.
Brain
"That part of the central nervous system that is located within the cranium (skull). The brain functions as the primary receiver, organizer and distributor of information for the body. It has two (right and left) halves called ""hemispheres."" "
Brain anthrax
Anthrax infection of the central nervous system (the spinal cord and brain) and meninges (the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord.
Brain biopsy
Biopsy of the brain. Removal of a small piece of tissue from the brain for diagnostic purposes.
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