A temporary loss of feeling in the abdomen and/or the lower part of the body. Special drugs called anesthetics are injected into the fluid in the lower part of … [Read more...]
Search Results for: SAB
transabdominal ultrasound
A procedure used to examine the organs in the abdomen. An ultrasound transducer (probe) is pressed firmly against the skin of the abdomen. High-energy sound … [Read more...]
abdominal ultrasound
A procedure used to examine the organs in the abdomen. An ultrasound transducer (probe) is pressed firmly against the skin of the abdomen. High-energy sound … [Read more...]
abdominoperineal resection
Surgery to remove the anus, the rectum, and part of the sigmoid colon through an incision made in the abdomen. The end of the intestine is attached to an … [Read more...]
rheumatoid arthritis
An autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints, and may cause severe joint damage, loss of function, and disability. The disease … [Read more...]
recreational therapy
A type of therapy that uses activities to help meet the physical and emotional needs of patients with an illness or disability and help them develop skills for … [Read more...]
occupational therapist
A health professional trained to help people who are ill or disabled learn to manage their daily activities. … [Read more...]
nursing home
A place that gives care to people who have physical or mental disabilities and need help with activities of daily living (such as taking a bath, getting … [Read more...]
nurse
A health professional trained to care for people who are ill or disabled. … [Read more...]
Medicare
A U.S. federal health insurance program for people aged 65 years or older and people with certain disabilities. Medicare pays for hospital stays, medical … [Read more...]