The external male reproductive organ, which passes urine and semen out of the body. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Penile Implant?
An inflatable device surgically inserted into the penis that allows a man with impotence to have sexual intercourse. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Penile Function Tests?
Tests used to determine the cause of impotence, including blood tests and nerve function tests. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pelvis?
The group of bones in the lower part of the trunk that support the upper body and protect the abdominal organs. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?
Inflammation of a woman’s internal reproductive organs, usually as a result of a bacterial infection; one of the most common causes of pelvic pain and infertility in women. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pelvic examination?
An examination of a woman’s reproductive organs. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Pellagra?
A deficiency of the vitamin niacin; causes dermatitis, diarrhea, and mental disorders. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What are Pectoral Muscles?
The muscles of the upper part of the chest that move the arm across the body, raise some of the ribs, and move the shoulders. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Peak Flow Measurement?
The maximum speed that air is exhaled from the lungs; used to diagnose asthma or to determine the effectiveness of asthma medications. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Patient-controlled Analgesia?
A system for administering pain-killing drugs in which the amount of drug delivered is controlled by the patient. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org