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Appendix E: Definitions of Medical Terminology in CER Priority List
Pages 203-212

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... Anti-VEGF Anti-VEGF drugs work by blocking VEGF, (vascular endothelial a protein that helps the formation of new growth factor) blood vessels.
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... Catheter ablation Removal of tissue with electrical current delivered via electrodes positioned at the distal end of a catheter. Central line entry A long, thin, flexible tube inserted into a major central vein used to give medicines, fluids, nutrients, or blood products over a long period of time, usually several weeks or more.
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... . Cochlear implants Electronic hearing devices typically used for patients with normal outer and middle ear function, but defective inner ear function.
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... angiography computed x-ray data combined with specialized imaging software to examine blood vessels. Continuous ambulatory Portable peritoneal dialysis using the peritoneal dialysis continuous (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
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... Esophageal A malignant epithelial tumor with a adenocarcinoma glandular organization of the esophagus. Fecal immunochemical Screen for lower gastrointestinal bleeding tests associated with colorectal cancer, adenomas, polyps, and other lower gastrointestinal conditions.
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... Intravitreal steroids Direct injection of glucocorticoids into the gel of the eye. Knee arthroplasty surgery Replacement of the knee joint.
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... Macular degeneration Deterioration in the macula lutea of the retina. Medical home There is no single definition or medical home model, but is generally described as a model of delivering primary care that is accessible, continuous, comprehensive, family-centered, coordinated, compassionate, and culturally effective care.
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... explicitly identified developmental disorder are identified. Pharmacological Drug metabolism and drug interactions.
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... Its major symptoms include diarrhea, rectal bleeding, the passage of mucus, and abdominal pain. Upper endoscopy Examination involving passing an optical instrument along natural body pathways such as the digestive tract for disease diagnosis and treatment.
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... , WebMD, MedicineNet, National Center for Health Statistics, National Institute of Health Policy, Imaginis, Quest Diagnostics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Reproductive Health Glossary, The National Center for Medical Home Implementation, Yale School of Medicine Child Study Center, Merriam-Webster Online, The American Heart Association, and The Free Dictionary by Farlex.
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