MedicalVocabulary.org
Medical vocabulary with 16,436 clear, complete and reliable definitions.
About MedicalVocabulary.org
The most complete online medical dictionary: 16,436 terms covering anatomy, physiology, pathologies, diagnostic exams, pharmacology and every clinical specialty.
Designed for 3 kinds of users:
- Patients and family who want to understand a diagnosis, a medical report or instructions from a doctor.
- Students of medicine, nursing, physiotherapy and the health professions, dealing with technical terminology.
- Doctors, pharmacists and healthcare workers who need a quick and reliable reference.
Definitions are written in clear, accessible language while keeping the rigor required for professional use. Each term has a dedicated URL, instant autocomplete search, and can be shared on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and via email with one click.
- 100% free
- No registration
- No intrusive ads
- Privacy by design
- Mobile friendly
Disclaimer: the content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. If you have doubts about your health, always consult a qualified professional. In case of emergency call your local emergency number (911 in the US, 112 in the EU).
Syndrome, Zollinger-Ellison
A rare disorder caused by a tumor called a gastrinoma, most often occurring in the pancreas. The tumor secretes the hormone gastrin, which causes increased production of gastric acid leading to severe recurrent ulcers of the esophagus…
Read the definitionRandom terms
Show more- Adducted thumbs with mental retardation A syndrome with the following characteristic features: > >neurologically: mental retardation and aphasia…
- Genome, mouse All of the genetic information contained in the laboratory mouse (Mus musculus). The genomes of particular…
- Varum See: Varus
- Developmental dyspraxia A pattern of delayed, uneven, or aberrant development of physical abilities during childhood development. The…
- Abuse, elder See: Elder abuse
- Hypomania A condition similar to mania but less severe. The symptoms are similar with elevated mood, increased…
- MCPH1 Microcephalin 1
- Care, critical See: Critical care
- SA node The SA node (SA stands for sinoatrial) is one of the major elements in the cardiac conduction system, the…
- E. coli Short for Escherichia coli, the colon bacillus, a bacterium that normally resides in the human colon. E. coli…
- Fungicide 1. An agent capable of killing fungi. 2. Any pesticide used to control, deter, or destroy fungi. See also…
- Alagille syndrome Also known as arteriohepatic dysplasia, this is a genetic disorder characterized by jaundice in the newborn…