| orthopnea position | The position assumed by patients with orthopnea, namely sitting propped up in bed by several pillows. Synonym: orthopnea position. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| orthopneic | Relating to or characterised by orthopnea. (05 Mar 2000) |
| orthopneic position | The position assumed by patients with orthopnea, namely sitting propped up in bed by several pillows. Synonym: orthopnea position. (05 Mar 2000) |
| orthopnoea | <symptom> Shortness of breath when lying flat. This is a common symptom in patients suffering from congestive heart failure. Orthopnoea may be described as two pillow orthopnoea. This means the patient needs to sleep propped up by two pillows in order to breathe. (27 Sep 1997) |
| orthopny | <medicine> Specifically, a morbid condition in which respiration can be performed only in an erect posture; by extension, any difficulty of breathing. Origin: L. Orthopnoea, Gr.; straight, right + to breathe: cf. F. Orthopnee. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| orthopod | Slang for orthopedist. (12 Dec 1998) |
| orthopoda | <paleontology> An extinct order of reptiles which stood erect on the hind legs, and resembled birds in the structure of the feet, pelvis, and other parts. Origin: NL. See Ortho-, and -poda. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| Orthopoxviridae | <organism, virology> Genus of double stranded DNA viruses (250-390 x 200-260nm) that preferentially infect epithelial cells. Includes variola (smallpox) and vaccinia. (18 Nov 1997) |
| orthopoxvirus | A genus of the family poxviridae, subfamily chordopoxvirninae, comprising many species infecting mammals. Viruses of this genus cause generalised infections and a rash in some hosts. The type species is vaccinia virus. (12 Dec 1998) |
| orthopraxy | <medicine> The treatment of deformities in the human body by mechanical appliances. Origin: Gr. Straight + a doing. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| orthoprosthesis | An appliance used in the management of prosthetic problems related to alignment of teeth. (05 Mar 2000) |
| orthopsychiatry | The study and treatment of human behaviour problems utilizing principles derived from the behavioural, medical, and social science with emphasis on promotion of mental health. (12 Dec 1998) |
| orthoptera | <zoology> An order of mandibulate insects including grasshoppers, locusts, cockroaches, etc. The anterior wings are usually thickened and protect the posterior wings, which are larger and fold longitudinally like a fan. The Orthoptera undergo no metamorphosis. Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Straight + feather, wing. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| orthopteran | <zoology> One of the Orthoptera. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| orthopterous | <zoology> Of or pertaining to the Orthoptera. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| orthopedist |
A specialist in structural disorders of the skeleton, joints, muscles, fascia, and other supporting or connective tissue such as cartilage, tendons and ligaments.
출처: www.ehealthmd.com/library/carpaltunnel/CT_glossary...
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| orthognathous |
Having a relatively vertical, nonprotruding face (cf. prognathic).
출처: www.modernhumanorigins.com/o.html
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| orthotopic |
occurring at the normal place.
출처: www.uwo.ca/pathol/glossary.html
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| orthotics |
These include any appliance needed by a patient because of any disability, weakness or loss of function. Another name for them is "durable medical equipment."
출처: www.lieberson.com/en/neurgosurgery_glossary/o.htm
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| orthostatic |
from standing - orthostatic hypotension is low blood pressure when you're standing
출처: www.chfpatients.com/glossary_2.htm
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