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Stoma
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Stoma An opening in the abdomen that is created by an operation (ostomy). Must be covered at all times by a bag that collects stool.
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Abdomen
The area between the chest and the hips. Contains the stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen.
Stool
The solid wastes that pass through the rectum as bowel movements. Stools are undigested foods, bacteria, mucus, and dead cells. Also called feces.
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Stomach
The organ between the esophagus and the small intestine. The stomach is where digestion of protein begins.
Stomatitis
Inflammation of the mucosa of the mouth.
Stomatology
The study of the mouth and its diseases
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Steatosis
See fatty liver.
Stem cell
An unspecialized cell that gives rise to a specific specialized cell, such as a blood cell.
Stenosis
The narrowing or constriction of a blood vessel or valve in the heart.
Stent
A device implanted in a vessel used to help keep it open.
Sternum
The breastbone.
Stoma
Stomach
The organ between the esophagus and the small intestine. The stomach is where digestion of protein begins.
Stool
The solid wastes that pass through the rectum as bowel movements. Stools are undigested foods, bacteria, mucus, and dead cells. Also called feces.
Stress
Mental or physical tension that results from physical, emotional, or chemical causes.
Stress fractures
A bone injury caused by overuse.
Stress incontinence
Involuntary leaking of urine during activities that increase pressure inside the abdomen, such as coughing, sneezing, or jogging.
RELATED TERMS--------------------------------------
Abdomen
The area between the chest and the hips. Contains the stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen.
Stool
The solid wastes that pass through the rectum as bowel movements. Stools are undigested foods, bacteria, mucus, and dead cells. Also called feces.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Stomach
The organ between the esophagus and the small intestine. The stomach is where digestion of protein begins.
Stomatitis
Inflammation of the mucosa of the mouth.
Stomatology
The study of the mouth and its diseases
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Steatosis
See fatty liver.
Stem cell
An unspecialized cell that gives rise to a specific specialized cell, such as a blood cell.
Stenosis
The narrowing or constriction of a blood vessel or valve in the heart.
Stent
A device implanted in a vessel used to help keep it open.
Sternum
The breastbone.
Stoma
Stomach
The organ between the esophagus and the small intestine. The stomach is where digestion of protein begins.
Stool
The solid wastes that pass through the rectum as bowel movements. Stools are undigested foods, bacteria, mucus, and dead cells. Also called feces.
Stress
Mental or physical tension that results from physical, emotional, or chemical causes.
Stress fractures
A bone injury caused by overuse.
Stress incontinence
Involuntary leaking of urine during activities that increase pressure inside the abdomen, such as coughing, sneezing, or jogging.
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