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Digestion
The process by which food is broken down in the gastrointestinal tract into smaller components that can be absorbed into the bloodstream for use by the body.
Peristalsis
The wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract.
Peritoneal Cavity
The space within the abdomen that contains the intestines, stomach, and liver, surrounded by the peritoneum.
Antihypertensive
A class of medications used to manage high blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels and reducing heart workload.
Uremia
A condition characterized by an accumulation of waste products in the blood due to kidney failure, often leading to various symptoms including fatigue, nausea, and confusion.
Urea
A waste product formed from the metabolism of proteins, excreted by the kidneys in urine.
Posterior
to the back or rear of the body. Opposite of anterior.
Pint
A unit of measurement for volume, commonly used to measure liquids, equivalent to 16 fluid ounces or approximately 473 milliliters.
Filtrate
The liquid that passes through a filter during the process of filtration, containing dissolved substances and some impurities.
Sphincter
a ring-like muscle that surrounds and controls the opening of a passage or cavity in the body, helping to regulate the flow of substances.
Pelvic Cavity
The space within the pelvis that contains the reproductive organs, bladder, and rectum, providing support and protection to these structures.
Spermatogenesis
The process of sperm cell development and maturation in the male reproductive system, occurring in the testes.
Contraindication
a specific situation or condition in which a particular treatment or procedure should not be used, due to risk of harm or adverse effects.
Gangrene
a serious condition resulting from the death of body tissue, often due to loss of blood flow, infection, or injury. It can lead to severe complications and may require surgical intervention.
Ejaculation
The release of semen from the male reproductive tract, typically through the penis, during orgasm.
Atrophy
the wasting away or decrease in size of an organ or tissue, often due to lack of use, inadequate nutrition, or disease.