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Ganglion cyst
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Ganglion cystA benign, knot-like, cystic tumor on a tendon sheath.
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Benign
Non-malignant; not life-threatening.
Tumor
Overgrowth of tissue.
Tendon
Band of fibrous tissue by which muscle is attached to bone.
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Ganglia
Clusters of cell bodies of neurons outside of the central nervous system.
Ganglia, basal
A region located at the base of the brain composed of 4 clusters of neurons, or nerve cells. This area of the brain is responsible for body movement and coordination.
Ganglion
A cluster of nerve cells.
Ganglion cell
Output neuron of the retina. Axons form the optic nerve. Divided into several different classifications by morphological and physiological features for cats and primates.
Gangrene
The decay of body tissue in a part of the body where the blood supply is obstructed by injury or disease.
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Galactosemia
A disease present at birth caused by a genetic lack of an enzyme needed to metabolize galactose into glucose. May result in mental retardation, cataracts and liver damage.
Gall
The bile produced in the liver and stored in the gallbladder.
Gallbladder
The storage sac for bile, located below the liver.
Gallstone
A stone-like mass that forms in the gallbladder.
Gamma globulin
Blood protein that contains most antibodies. Used in the temporary prevention of hepatitis and as treatment for disorders with antibody deficiencies.
Ganglion cyst
Gangrene
The decay of body tissue in a part of the body where the blood supply is obstructed by injury or disease.
Gastrointestinal
Having to do with the stomach and intestines.
Genetic
Hereditary. Having to do with the genes.
Genitourinary system
The genitals and urinary organs.
Geriatrics
The branch of medicine devoted to the elderly.
RELATED TERMS--------------------------------------
Benign
Non-malignant; not life-threatening.
Tumor
Overgrowth of tissue.
Tendon
Band of fibrous tissue by which muscle is attached to bone.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Ganglia
Clusters of cell bodies of neurons outside of the central nervous system.
Ganglia, basal
A region located at the base of the brain composed of 4 clusters of neurons, or nerve cells. This area of the brain is responsible for body movement and coordination.
Ganglion
A cluster of nerve cells.
Ganglion cell
Output neuron of the retina. Axons form the optic nerve. Divided into several different classifications by morphological and physiological features for cats and primates.
Gangrene
The decay of body tissue in a part of the body where the blood supply is obstructed by injury or disease.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Galactosemia
A disease present at birth caused by a genetic lack of an enzyme needed to metabolize galactose into glucose. May result in mental retardation, cataracts and liver damage.
Gall
The bile produced in the liver and stored in the gallbladder.
Gallbladder
The storage sac for bile, located below the liver.
Gallstone
A stone-like mass that forms in the gallbladder.
Gamma globulin
Blood protein that contains most antibodies. Used in the temporary prevention of hepatitis and as treatment for disorders with antibody deficiencies.
Ganglion cyst
Gangrene
The decay of body tissue in a part of the body where the blood supply is obstructed by injury or disease.
Gastrointestinal
Having to do with the stomach and intestines.
Genetic
Hereditary. Having to do with the genes.
Genitourinary system
The genitals and urinary organs.
Geriatrics
The branch of medicine devoted to the elderly.
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