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What is it called when the brainstem is pushed through the base of the skull?
This is called brainstem herniation and may result in coma or death due to pressure on the vital respiratory centers in the brainstem.
Does disk herniation ever occur in the cervical spine?
can also occur in the cervical spine. The incidence of cervical disk herniation is most common between the fifth and sixth cervical vertebrae. The second most common area for cervical disk herniation occurs between
What causes disk herniation?
may occur suddenly from lifting, twisting, or direct injury, but more often it will occur from
What is herniation through the cranium called?
Herniation through the cranium is called "brain herniation." This occurs when brain tissue shifts from its normal position due to increased intracranial pressure, often as a result of trauma, tumors, or swelling. The most common types of brain herniation include uncal herniation, tonsillar herniation, and central herniation. Each type can lead to severe neurological deficits and is considered a medical emergency.
What is the medical term meaning herniation of the iris?
Iridocele is herniation of the iris.
Where does a disk herniation most often occur?
A disk herniation most often occurs in the lower back (lumbar spine) or the neck (cervical spine). These are the areas of the spine that experience the most movement and stress, making them more susceptible to injury.
What is small central disc herniation indenting the ventral margin of the the the thecal sac?
A broad herniation means that at least 25% of the disc is affected. A central herniation means that the herniation is toward the spinal column. A broad central herniation of the disc with impingement on the thecal sac is a herniation in which a large portion of the disc is protruding toward the spinal column and is pressing against the membrane which surrounds the spinal cord.
What hernia has the greatest potential for herniation?
Inguinal hernias have the greatest potential for herniation as they are the most common type of hernia and occur in the groin area where there is a natural weak spot in the abdominal wall. If left untreated, inguinal hernias can lead to serious complications such as incarceration and strangulation.
What is a T1-T2 disc herniation?
A T1-T2 disc herniation is a herniation that happens in the middle or lower back. This will cause extreme pain and possible numbness in the limbs.
What is cystorectocele?
Cyst means bladder or sac, rect means rectum, and cele means hernia or protrusion. A cystocele is herniation of the bladder, and rectocele is herniation of the rectum. Put together, cystorectocele is herniation of the urinary bladder and rectum (usually referring to herniation into the vagina.)
What is the suffix for herniation?
ballsack
What is the medical terminology combining form meaning herniation?
-cele is the medical terminology combining form meaning herniation.
