Adnexal Torsion
Adnexal Torsion Twisting of an ovary which may cut off the blood supply to the ovary.
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Adrenal Gland
Adrenal Gland Either of a pair of complex endocrine glands situated near the kidney.
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy The removal of one or both of the adrenal glands.
Adrenaline
Adrenaline A hormone produced by the medulla in the adrenal glands, in response to stress, such as fear or injury.
Adrenocortical Carcinoma
Adrenocortical Carcinoma A rare cancer that forms in the outer layer of the adrenal gland.
Adrenocortical Hypofunction
Adrenocortical Hypofunction A hormone deficiency caused by damage to the outer layer of the adrenal gland (the part known as the adrenal cortex) .
Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)
Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) Hormone produced by the pituitary gland. Its main function being to stimulate the production and release of cortisol from the cortex of the adrenal gland.
AdultOnset Diabetes Mellitus (AODM)
Adult Onset Diabetes Mellitus (AODM) Mild form of diabetes that gradually develops in adults. It isn’t insulin dependent.
Advanced First Aid (AFA)
Advanced First Aid Advanced level of knowledge of emergency treatment which can be used to help a sick person until the professional medical team is available.
Advantage of
Advantage of To put to good use the fact that….. Eg: You must take advantage of my being here to do what you want while I hold the fort.