Words Starting With "U"
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Uremia
Uremia is a condition where waste products, such as urea, build up in the blood due to kidney failure. It can cause symptoms like nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and confusion. The term is often used interchangeably with uremic poisoning or azotemia.
Uremic
Referring to a person who has a toxic level of urea in their blood, usually due to kidney failure or impaired renal function. Uremic usually relates to the waste products that accumulate in the body when the kidneys are no longer able to filter and eliminate them.
Ureolytic
The term "ureolytic" refers to the breakdown or decomposition of urea, a compound that contains nitrogen. This process is typically performed by enzymes, such as urease, which splits the urea molecule into ammonia (NH3) and carbon dioxide (CO2). Ureolytic enzymes are found in various organisms, including bacteria, that help in the breakdown of urea in the environment or in mammalian kidneys, where it is a significant waste product of protein metabolism.
Ureotelic
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Ureter
The ureter is a tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder. It is a part of the urinary system in the body. The word is derived from the Greek word "oureteron," which means "to turn," because the tube makes a sharp turn as it connects the kidney to the bladder. There are two ureters in the body, one for each kidney.
Ureteral
Originating from or relating to the ureter, which is the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder.
Ureteralgia
Ureteralgia is a medical term that refers to pain or discomfort in the ureters, which are the tubes that connect the kidneys to the bladder. This pain can be sharp, dull, or crampy, and is often associated with conditions such as urinary tract infections, kidney stones, or kidney disease. The pain can radiate from the lower back, flank area, or side, and may be abrupt or ache constantly. In some cases, the pain may be accompanied by other symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or difficulty urinating.
Ureterectasis
Ureterectasis refers to an abnormal dilation of a ureter, which is the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder. In essence, it is the enlargement or dilatation of a ureter, often caused by an obstruction or blockage in the ureter, such as a kidney stone or a tumor, which hinders the normal flow of urine.
Ureterectomy
Ureterectomy refers to the surgical removal of one or both ureters, which are the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. This procedure is typically performed to treat conditions such as kidney stones, tumors, or other obstructive diseases that cause damage or obstruction in the ureters.
Ureteric
Referring to the ureter, a tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder in the urinary system.
Ureteritis
Ureteritis refers to inflammation of the ureter, which is the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder. This condition can be caused by various factors such as infection, stone blockage, or injury to the ureter. Symptoms may include severe flank pain, costovertebral angle tenderness, and bloody urine.
Ureterocele
A ureterocele is a congenital anomaly of the urinary system where the distal ureter balloons into the bladder, creating a herniation of the ureteral wall into the bladder. This can lead to obstruction of the ureter, which can cause a range of symptoms such as urinary frequency, urgency, and incontinence. Treatment typically involves surgical correction, either through an open surgical approach or a more minimally invasive robotic-assisted laparoscopic or endoscopic procedure, to reimplant the ureter into the bladder and alleviate obstruction.
Ureterocelectomy
Ureterocystectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the partial or total removal of the ureter, which is a tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder. In this specific procedure, the portion of the ureter that is diseased or damaged is removed, and the remaining ureter is reconnected to the bladder or another part of the urinary system.
Ureterocolic
The term "ureterocolic" refers to a rare congenital anomaly where the ureters, the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder, are connected to the colon (the large intestine) instead of the bladder.<br><br>In a normal urinary system, the ureters convey urine from the kidneys to the bladder through the renal pelvis. From the bladder, the urine is then expelled through the urethra.<br><br>In ureterocolic anomaly, the ureters join directly to the colon without forming a bladder, resulting in a fistulous connection between the two. This can cause severe complications, such as infections, kidney damage, and kidney failure. It is usually discovered in infancy or early childhood.<br><br>Ureterocolic anomaly is an extremely rare condition, and the exact cause is often unknown. Treatment options may include surgery to repair or remove the affected kidneys and colon, and may involve connecting the ureters to a bag for urine collection.
Ureterocolostomy
A surgical procedure in which the ureter, which carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder, is diverted to connect directly to the colon, effectively bypassing the bladder. This type of surgery is typically performed in cases of bladder cancer, bladder obstruction, or other bladder conditions that make it difficult or impossible for the urine to flow properly.
Ureterocystostomy
Ureterocystostomy is a surgical procedure in which a ureter is connected to the bladder using a cystostomy, creating a channel for urine to flow from the ureter to the bladder.
Ureteroenterostomy
A surgical procedure where an opening is created between the ureter and the intestine to divert the flow of urine from the ureter into the intestine, bypassing the normal flow into the bladder.
Ureteroileostomy
A ureteroileostomy is a type of surgical procedure where the ureters (the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder) are diverted to an opening in the intestinal wall, typically the ileum (the lowest part of the small intestine), to bypass the bladder. This is often performed in people with bladder cancer or other bladder problems.<br><br>In this procedure, the surgeon creates a connection between the ureter and the ileum, allowing urine to drain into the intestine instead of the bladder. This can be done as a one-stage procedure, where the surgeon makes the connection directly, or it can be done as a two-stage procedure, where a loop of intestine is first made into a pouch or reservoir, and then attached to the ureter.<br><br>Ureteroileostomy is often performed as an alternative to a ureterosigmoidostomy (also known as fecal diversion surgery), where the ureters are directly connected to the sigmoid colon. Ureteroileostomy is generally considered to be a safer procedure than ureterosigmoidostomy, as it reduces the risk of urinary tract infections and ureteral strictures (narrowing of the ureters).
Ureterolith
A ureterolith, also known as a ureteral stone, is a small, hard mineral formation that forms in the ureter, which is the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder.<br><br>In simpler terms, a ureterolith is a stone that occurs in the tube that connects the kidney to the bladder, causing pain, obstruction, and other urinary tract problems.
Ureterolithiasis
Ureterolithiasis refers to the presence of stones or calculi (kidney stones) within the ureters, which are the narrow tubes that connect the kidneys to the bladder. This condition occurs when a stone becomes lodged in the ureter, causing a blockage and potentially leading to severe pain, bleeding, and damage to the surrounding tissues.
Ureterolithotomy
A surgical procedure to remove a stone from the ureter (one of the tubes that carry urine from the kidney to the bladder).
Ureteromegaly
Ureteromegaly refers to the enlargement of one or both ureters, which are the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder. This condition can be caused by various underlying issues, including:<br><br>1. Blockage or obstruction in the urinary tract<br>2. Neurogenic bladder<br>3. Kidney stones or severe kidney disease<br>4. Muscle weakness or nerve damage<br>5. Tumors or cysts in the urinary tract<br><br>The symptoms of ureteromegaly may include:<br><br> Pain in the side or lower back<br> Frequent urination or urination in abnormal positions<br> Blood in the urine<br> Passing stones or gravel<br> Infections of the urinary tract<br> Weight loss or fever<br><br>Treatment options may involve medications to relax the urinary tract muscles, antibiotics to treat infections, or surgery to remove blockages or repair damage.
Ureteroneocystostomy
A surgical procedure to create a connection between the ureter and the bladder. The word is a combination of:<br><br>- "ureter": relating to the ureter, a tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder.<br>- "neo": new or artificial.<br>- "cysto": relating to the bladder.<br>- "stomy": relating to a surgical opening or connection.<br><br>So, ureteroneocystostomy refers to the creation of a new or artificial connection between the ureter and the bladder, usually performed to repair or bypass a blockage or damage to the normal flow of urine.
Ureteropathy
Ureteropathy refers to a disease or abnormal condition affecting the ureter, which is the tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
Ureteropelvic
The word "ureteropelvic" refers to the region or junction between the ureter and the pelvis. It is often used to describe a condition or structure that involves the area where the ureter, a tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder, connects with the pelvis, which is the lower part of the abdomen that contains the bladder, the reproductive organs, and other structures.<br><br>Therefore, the term "ureteropelvic" can refer to a variety of conditions or procedures related to this specific area, such as:<br><br> Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction, a blockage at the junction between the ureter and the pelvis.<br> Ureteropelvic junction stenosis, which is a narrowing of the ureter at the point where it connects with the pelvis.<br> Ureteropelvic surgery, which refers to procedures performed on the ureter and the pelvic area.<br><br>In general, the term "ureteropelvic" is used to describe anything related to the area where the ureter and the pelvis meet.
Ureteroplasty
Ureteroplasty is a surgical procedure that involves repairing or reconstructing a damaged or obstructed ureter, which is the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder.
Ureteropyelitis
Ureteropyelitis refers to an inflammation of the ureter and the renal pelvis, particularly of one of them.
Ureteropyeloplasty
Ureteropyeloplasty is a surgical procedure to correct a condition known as ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction or stricture. The UPJ is the area where the ureter (renal pelvis) connects to the bladder.<br><br>The surgery involves repairing or reconnecting the ureter to the renal pelvis. This is typically done to relieve blockage or narrowing of the UPJ, which can cause a backup of urine and lead to complications such as pain, infection, and hydronephrosis (swelling of the kidney).<br><br>The goal of ureteropyeloplasty is to restore normal urine flow and prevent further complications. The procedure can be performed using various techniques, including open surgery or minimally invasive laparoscopic or robotic surgery.
Ureteropyeloscopy
Ureteropyeloscopy is a medical procedure that involves the insertion of a flexible or rigid Endoscope through a small incision in the urinary tract to visually inspect the interior of the ureter and renal pelvis. It is used to diagnose or treat conditions affecting the kidney and ureter, such as blockages, stones, or tumors. The procedure helps in identifying the location and severity of the condition, and can also allow for the removal of stones or debris during the same procedure.
Ureteropyosis
Ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) ectopy or ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction refers to a condition where there is a functional or anatomical obstruction in or near the junction between the renal pelvis and the ureter, preventing the smooth flow of urine from the kidney into the ureter.
Ureterorenoscopy
Ureterorenoscopy is a medical procedure that involves the insertion of a flexible or semi-rigid scope through the urinary tract to visualize the inside of the upper urinary tract, specifically the ureter and upper part of the kidney (renal pelvis). The procedure is commonly used to diagnose and treat conditions such as kidney stones, strictures, and tumors.<br><br>The term can be broken down as follows:<br><br>- Ureteroscopy refers to the examination of the ureter, the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder.<br><br>- Rhenoscopy or nephroscopy is the term for examining the inside of the kidney and renal pelvis.<br><br>During the procedure, a urologist uses a flexible ureteroscope to inspect the upper urinary tract, which is illuminated by a light source and visualized on a monitor. This allows the doctor to identify any abnormalities, take biopsies or samples, or remove stones or blockages.<br><br>Ureterorenoscopy is typically performed under general anesthesia or sedation to ensure the patient's comfort during the procedure, which usually takes about 30-60 minutes. The procedure is often done as an outpatient procedure, and most patients can return home on the same day.
Ureterorrhagia
Ureterorrhagia refers to an abnormal bleeding from the ureter, which is the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder. This can be caused by various factors, such as trauma, tumors, inflammation, or infection. Symptoms may include pain, bloody urine, or hematuria.
Ureterorrhaphy
A rare one!<br><br>Ureterorrhaphy is a surgical procedure to repair one or more ureters. The word "ureterorrhaphy" comes from the Greek words:<br><br> "Ureter", meaning "urinary duct"<br> "Rhapha", meaning "sew" or "suture"<br><br>In modern medical terminology, ureterorrhaphy is also known as ureteral repair or ureteral reconstruction. The procedure involves repairing a damaged or abnormal ureter, typically using sutures or a graft to restore normal ureteral function.
Ureteroscope
A flexible or rigid tube used for visualizing the upper urinary tract, including the ureters, allowing for diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
Ureteroscopic
Ureteroscopic refers to a medical procedure that uses a ureteroscope, a thin, flexible or rigid endoscope, to visually examine and treat abnormalities of the ureter. The ureteroscope is inserted through a small incision in the bladder or a natural opening, and is navigated through the ureter to inspect the interior of the ureter and remove kidney stones or other blockages.