GLOSSARY
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abdomen |
The lower part of the trunk, below the chest. Commonly called the tummy or belly. |
acute |
A word meaning short-term and of rapid onset, usually requiring a rapid response |
adequacy
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A term that refers to how well dialysis is working. To measure adequacy, tests are carried out to see if enough fluid and waste products are being removed from the blood |
biopsy
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A test involving the removal of a small piece of an organ or other body tissue and its examination under a microscope. |
antibiotic drugs
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A group of drugs used to treat infections caused by bacteria |
anti-inflammatory
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Reduces inflammation. |
arteries
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Blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the rest of the body. |
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