Iliac Arteries
Iliac Arteries The arteries that carry oxygenated blood to the legs. Synonyms: Symptoms: pain, cramping Conditions: atherosclerosis, occlusion, stenosis
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Iliac Veins
Iliac veins These return deoxygenated blood from the legs to the posterior vena cava. Synonyms: Symptoms: Inflammation, pain, cramping Conditions: May-Thurner syndrome, chronic venous inefficiency, embolisms, deep vein thrombosis
Iliopsoas
Iliopsoas A deep muscle group which joins the spine to the legs through the pelvis . It is made up of the iliacus , psoas major and psoas minor muscles. Synonyms: Symptoms: internal snapping, low back pain, limited range of motion Conditions: iliopectinal bursitis, tendinopathy.
Incus
Incus A small bone in the middle ear shaped like an anvil. It transmits vibrations from the malleus to the stapes . Synonyms: Auditory ossicle, anvil Symptoms: Facial paralysis, vertigo, hearing loss, pain Conditions: Necrosis, otosclerosis
Inferior Vena Cava
Inferior Vena Cava A large vein that receives blood from the lower extremities, pelvis and abdomen and delivers it to the right atrium of the heart. Synonyms: posterior vena cava Symptoms: Stenosis, ascites, oedema of lower extremities, jaundice Conditions:. Thrombosis, Inferior Vena Cava Syndrome
Ingrown Toenail
Ingrown Toenail When the nails grow improperly and curve inwards into the skin of the toe. Synonyms:
Interventricular Septum
Interventricular Septum A muscular wall that divides the lower chambers (ventricles) into left and right halves. Synonyms: . Symptoms: Shortness of breath, fast heart rate, paleness Conditions: Septal defects