A cell that forms the lining of the fluid-filled spaces in the brain and spinal cord. It is a type of glial cell. … [Read more...]
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ependyma
A thin membrane that lines the fluid-filled spaces in the brain and spinal cord. It is made up of a type of glial cell called an ependymal cell. … [Read more...]
cytoplasm
The fluid inside a cell but outside the cell's nucleus. Most chemical reactions in a cell take place in the cytoplasm. … [Read more...]
cyst
A sac or capsule in the body. It may be filled with fluid or other material. … [Read more...]
CSF
The fluid that flows in and around the hollow spaces of the brain and spinal cord, and between two of the meninges (the thin layers of tissue that cover and … [Read more...]
continuous infusion
The administration of a fluid into a blood vessel, usually over a prolonged period of time. … [Read more...]
continuous hyperthermic peritoneal perfusion
A procedure that bathes the abdominal cavity in fluid that contains anticancer drugs. This fluid is warmer than body temperature. This procedure appears to kill … [Read more...]
congestive heart failure
Weakness of the heart muscle that leads to a buildup of fluid in body tissues. … [Read more...]
compression garment
A tight-fitting, elastic garment, such as a sleeve or stocking. Compression garments are used in the treatment of lymphedema (swelling caused by a buildup of … [Read more...]
complex decongestive therapy
Treatment to reduce lymphedema (swelling caused by a buildup of lymph fluid in tissue). This therapy uses massage to move the fluid away from areas where lymph … [Read more...]