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).
Nephrosis, lipoid
See: Minimal change disease
Read the definitionRandom terms
Show more- Hepatitis C PCR See: HCV PCR
- Prusiner, Stanley B. American neurologist (1942-) and winner of the Nobel Prize for the discovery of 'prions - a new biological…
- Gly Glycine. See also: Amino acid symbols
- Retinal pigment epithelium The pigment cell layer that nourishes the retinal cells. The retinal pigment epithelium is located just…
- Syphilitic 1. Relating to syphilis, caused by it, or suffering from it.2. A person with syphilis. From the French…
- Intensivist A physician who specializes in the care of critically ill patients, usually in an intensive care unit (ICU)
- Transmission, vertical Transmission of a disease-causing agent (a pathogen) vertically from mother directly to baby during the…
- Bladder infection Infection of the urinary bladder. Some people are at more risk for bladder and other urinary tract infections…
- Ba The symbol for barium
- Arrector pili A microscopic band of muscle tissue which connects a hair follicle to the dermis. When stimulated, the…
- Zinc deficiency Lack of zinc in the body. According to the National Academy of Sciences, the Recommended Dietary Allowances…
- Vector In medicine, a vector is a carrier. The best way to understand a vector is to recall its origin as a word…