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).
Torsion fracture
A fracture, also called a spiral fracture, in which a bone has been twisted apart. align=center>
Read the definitionRandom terms
Show more- Ankle joint The ankle joint is complex. It is made up of two joints: the true ankle joint and the subtalar joint: > >The…
- Primary First or foremost in time or development. The primary teeth (the baby teeth) are those that come first…
- Eicosapentaenoic acid One of the principal omega-3 fatty acids. Abbreviated EPA. The body has a limited ability to manufacture EPA…
- Histocompatible Literally, tissue compatible. If a donor and recipient are histocompatible, a transplant is expected to be…
- Panic A sudden strong feeling of fear that prevents reasonable thought or action. From the Greek woodland god Pan…
- Ephelides The plural of ephelis, a type of freckle. Ephelis and ephelides are among the many medical terms that are…
- Jequirity pea See: Abrin
- Liposarcoma A malignant tumor that arises in fat cells in deep soft tissue, such as that inside the thigh. Most frequent…
- Fever, epidemic hemorrhagic A number of diseases characterized by an abrupt onset of high fever and chills, headache, cold and cough, and…
- Ophthalmic veins The orbital cavity is drained by paired veins called the superior and inferior ophthalmic veins. The superior…
- Adjuvant The Latin 'adjuvans' means to help, particularly to reach a goal. Adjuvant therapy for cancer is surgery…
- Nodule A small solid collection of tissue, a nodule is palpable (can be felt). It may range in size from greater…