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Decadron
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DecadronDexamethasone. A glucocorticosteroid medication used to reduce brain tissue swelling.
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Dexamethasone
Dexamethasone is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dexamethasone.
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."" "
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.
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Deca-durabolin
Deca-durabolin is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): nandrolone decanoate.
Decabid
Decabid is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): indecainide hydrochloride.
Decaderm
Decaderm is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dexamethasone.
Decadron with xylocaine
Decadron with xylocaine is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dexamethasone sodium phosphate; lidocaine hydrochloride.
Decadron-la
Decadron-la is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dexamethasone acetate.
Decalcification
Loss of calcium from the bones or teeth.
Decapryn
Decapryn is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): doxylamine succinate.
Decaspray
Decaspray is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dexamethasone.
Decay
Destruction of tooth structure caused by toxins produced by bacteria.
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Dropsy
Abnormal buildup of fluid in tissues or a body cavity.
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.
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Decompressive
Refers to a surgical procedure during which bone, tissue, or tumor is removed to lessen intracranial pressure.
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.
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Dexamethasone
Dexamethasone is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dexamethasone.
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."" "
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.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Deca-durabolin
Deca-durabolin is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): nandrolone decanoate.
Decabid
Decabid is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): indecainide hydrochloride.
Decaderm
Decaderm is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dexamethasone.
Decadron with xylocaine
Decadron with xylocaine is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dexamethasone sodium phosphate; lidocaine hydrochloride.
Decadron-la
Decadron-la is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dexamethasone acetate.
Decalcification
Loss of calcium from the bones or teeth.
Decapryn
Decapryn is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): doxylamine succinate.
Decaspray
Decaspray is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): dexamethasone.
Decay
Destruction of tooth structure caused by toxins produced by bacteria.
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Dropsy
Abnormal buildup of fluid in tissues or a body cavity.
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
Decompressive
Refers to a surgical procedure during which bone, tissue, or tumor is removed to lessen intracranial pressure.
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.
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