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ablation: removal of a part, pathway, or function by surgery, chemical destruction, electrocautery, freezing, or radiofrequency (RF)
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cauterize: destruction of tissue by electricity, freezing, heat or corrosive chemicals
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Doppler: measurement of blood flow in a vessel by reflecting sound waves off moving blood cells
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endoscopy: visual examination of a cavity or canal using a special lighted instrument
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febrile: feverish; pertaining to a fever
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fluoroscopy: radiographic technique that directs x-rays to a fluorescent screen and displays "live" images on a monitor
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morbid: disease, or pertaining to disease
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nuclear scan: use of a radioactive material and scanning device to determine, size, shape, location, and function of various organs and structures
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punch biopsy: excision of a core sample of tissue for examination
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radiology: specialty concerned with the use of electromagnetic radiation, ultrasound, and imaging techniques
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radionuclide: substance that emits radiation spontaneously; also called tracer
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resection: partial excision of a bone, organ, or other structure
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suppurative: producing or associated with generation of pus
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thoracoscopy: visual examination of the lungs, pleura, and pleural space with a scope inserted through a small incision between the ribs
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ultrasonography: imaging technique that employs high-frequency sound waves