| ependymoma | <oncology, tumour> This primary brain tumour accounts for 8 to 10% of paediatric brain tumours. These tumours occur in the ventricles of the brain and often cause obstruction of the cerebrospinal fluid. Symptoms include headache, vomiting and ataxia. Treatment often includes a combination of surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Overall survival is less than 30%. (27 Sep 1997) |
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| epergne | A centerpiece for table decoration, usually consisting of several dishes or receptacles of different sizes grouped together in an ornamental design. Origin: F. Epargne a sparing or saving; a treasury. "Our epergne is a little treasury of sweetmeats, fruits, and flowers.". Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| eperlan | <zoology> The European smelt (Osmerus eperlanus). Origin: F. Eperlan, fr. G. Spierling. See Sparling. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| epersalgia | Pain and soreness from overuse or unaccustomed use of a part, as a joint or muscle. Synonym: epersalgia. Origin: G. Epairo, to lift up, + algos, pain (05 Mar 2000) |
| eperythrozoon | A genus of gram-negative bacteria whose organisms are obligate parasites of various vertebrate species including rodents, ruminants, and pigs. Some species have been shown to be transmitted by arthropod vectors. (12 Dec 1998) |
| Eperythrozoon coccoides | A species present in mice, but usually requiring splenectomy to reveal infections; rats and hamsters may be artificially infected; bloodsucking arthropods, especially lice, have been implicated as biological vectors, and mechanical transmission by bloodsucking flies has been demonstrated; the pathogenic effect is slight except when combined with other disease-producing agents. (05 Mar 2000) |
| Eperythrozoon ovis | A species found in sheep, rarely causing disease. (05 Mar 2000) |
| Eperythrozoon suis | A species that produces icterus and anaemia in young pigs and icteroanaemia of swine. (05 Mar 2000) |
| Eperythrozoon wenyoni | A species found in cattle, rarely causing disease. (05 Mar 2000) |
| eperythrozoonosis | Infection with bacteria of the genus eperythrozoon. (12 Dec 1998) |