An instrument used to measure blood pressure. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Sphincter?
A ring of muscle fibers located around a naturally occurring passage or opening in the body that opens and closes to regulate passage of substances. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Spermicide?
A contraceptive substance that kills sperm. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Spinal fusion?
The surgical joining of two or more adjacent vertebrae using bone fragments; used to help severe back pain or prevent damage to the spinal cord. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Sperm count?
The amount of normally functioning sperm per some unit of semen; used to determine a man’s fertility. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Sperm?
The male sex cell produced in the testicles. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Speech therapy?
A treatment to help someone overcome a problem communicating verbally. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Speculum?
An instrument that holds an opening of the body open so that an examination can be performed or a sample can be taken. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is SPECT?
See Single photon emission computed tomography. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Spastic paralysis?
Spasticity involving partial paralysis. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org