Soft-tissue Sentence Examples

Accordingly the diplostichous ommatoeum or soft tissue of the Arachnid's central eye should strictly be called " triplostichous," since the deep layer is itself doubled or folded.

In Actinia, as in all Anthozoan zooids, the coelenteron is not a simple cavity, as in a Hydroid, but is divided by a number of radial folds or curtains of soft tissue into a corresponding number of radial chambers.

When fully extended, the upper part of the zooid projects for some distance out of the calicle, and its wall is reflected for some distance over the lip of the latter, forming a fold of soft tissue extending to a greater or less distance over the theca, and containing in most cases a cavity continuous over the lip of the calicle with the coelenteron.

After division the corallites continue to grow upwards, and their zooids may remain united by a bridge of soft tissue or coenosarc. But in some cases, as they grow farther apart, this continuity is broken, each corallite has its own edge-zone, and internal continuity is also broken by the formation of dissepiments within each calicle, all organic connexion between the two zooids being eventually lost.

Originally the calcareous substance of the plates (stereom) was pierced by irregular canals, more or less vertical, and containing strands of the soft tissue (stroma) that deposited the stereom, as well as spaces filled with fluid.

Pain is the primary symptom associated with shoulder disorders affecting the soft tissue.

There are multiple areas of dense soft tissue calcification affecting several digits.

Their recommendations are - Soft tissue contracture around patella and fat pad - Start serial lateral X-rays to follow patellar height.

Proximal metatarsal osteotomy will give a good correction of the deformity combined with a distal soft tissue correction of the deformity combined with a distal soft tissue correction.

The current work assumes linear elasticity which is a weak model for real soft tissue.

His CT scan revealed soft tissue emphysema of the thigh.

Associated soft tissue defects were repaired using radial forearm (n = 22) or rectus abdominis (n= 5) free flaps.

Swedish Body Massage, dating from the early 19th century, involves the manipulation of the deep, soft tissue for therapeutic purposes.

On the left side the inferior pubic ramus is completely destroyed associated with a large soft tissue enhancing mass (Image 3 ).

Figure 3 A medium sized soft tissue retractor is seen inserted into the 6cm working port.

Our research focuses on soft tissue rheumatic disorders of the neck and upper limb.

The next section is on treating soft tissue sarcoma.

This team aims to see at least 100 new patients with soft tissue sarcoma and 50 patients with primary bone sarcoma each year.

His doctor diagnosed a soft tissue or mild whiplash injury to his cervical spine.

There is a small soft tissue density closely applied to the upper mediastinum on the right, in the superior sulcus.

They have symmetrical firm soft tissue swellings of the lower legs.

He suffered a broken tibia and severe soft tissue injuries in the accident and was immediately rushed to hospital by ambulance.

A man was also found in his bathroom with all his soft tissue removed.

These results strongly suggest that Rb gene alteration is pertinent to the tumorigenesis of most osteosarcoma cases and some other bone and soft-tissue tumors.

Lateral neck X-ray shows soft tissue swelling in most patients.

On the left side the inferior pubic ramus is completely destroyed associated with a large soft tissue enhancing mass (Image 3).

They concluded that sterile saline should be replaced by tap water for the cleaning of acute soft tissue wounds.

The Trauma and Orthopedic department forms the central arm of the regional service for management of bone and soft tissue sarcomas in London.

Ultrasound An ultrasound scanner uses sound waves to produce images of soft tissue on a screen.

Lateral neck x-ray shows soft tissue swelling in most patients.

A dental dam is a device that protects the gums and soft tissue from exposure to the bleaching chemicals.

Bacterial infections of the soft tissue are not uncommon.

While CPAP treatments alone cannot cure obstructive sleep apnea, if the apnea is caused by excessive fat in the neck and soft tissue stretching, losing weight may decrease incidence and help the patient sleep more soundly.

Obstructive sleep apnea, by far the most common, is caused by a physical obstruction such as the soft tissue of the throat collapsing.

In young children, for example, obstructive sleep apnea may be treated by removing the tonsils, thus removing the soft tissue that collapses and causes the sleep apnea.

Laser midline glossectomy involves surgically modifying the size and shape of the soft tissue portions of the tongue's base.

By keeping the lower jaw in place, the airway space is increased, reducing the amount of soft tissue vibration and thus reducing, if not eliminating, the snoring.

He designed the chinstrap in order to keep his mouth closed, ideally reducing his snoring and soft tissue collapse and letting him get a restful night's sleep.

The obstructive form of apnea involves soft tissue in the throat blocking air from moving through the passageway.

Snoring occurs when the airways narrow due to poor sleep posture or soft tissue abnormalities in the throat.

The laser snoring alternative, by contrast, can be done under a local in most cases in a series of three to five treatments that allows the soft tissue to be shrunk.

An ear, nose and throat specialist (ENT) is likely to complete this procedure by removing the soft tissue that hangs in the back of the throat.

The implants stay in place and keep the soft tissue from vibrating.

The jaw moves slightly forward, which prevents the soft tissue in the soft palate and throat from blocking the airway passage.

When you can, keep your glasses in a case and only clean the lenses with a soft tissue or special cleaning cloth.

Impacted tooth-Any tooth that is prevented from reaching its normal position in the mouth by another tooth, bone, or soft tissue.

Stomatitis is an inflammation of the lining of any of the soft-tissue structures of the mouth.

X rays pass easily through air and soft tissue of the body.

The contrast material absorbs x rays, helping to make soft tissue more easily visible on the x-ray films.

Gingivitis is an inflammation of the outermost soft tissue of the gums.

Malignant primary bone tumors are characterized as either bone cancers which originate in the hard material of the bone or soft-tissue sarcomas which begin in blood vessels, nerves, or tissues containing muscles, fat, or fiber.

Accounting for fewer than 5 percent of bone tumors in children, Ewing's sarcoma usually begins in the soft tissue (the marrow) inside bones of the leg, hips, ribs, and arms.

Fibrosarcomas originate in the ends of the bones in the arm or leg and then spread to soft tissue.

Some individuals develop soft tissue masses (growths) under the skin.

Spina bifida is a birth abnormality in which the spine is malformed and lacks its usual protective skeletal and soft tissue coverings.

Other spine abnormalities such as congenital scoliosis and kyphosis, or soft tissue tumors overlying the spine, are not likely to have these accompanying findings.

In addition to fractures, external injuries of the nose include soft-tissue injuries resulting from bites (human and animal), insect stings, cuts, or scrapes.

Compound fractures (commonly called "open") break the skin, exposing bone and causing additional soft tissue injury and possible infection.

If a fracture is open and occurs in conjunction with soft tissue injury, further laboratory studies are often conducted to determine if blood loss has occurred.

If an open fracture is accompanied by serious soft tissue injury, it may be necessary to control bleeding and the shock that can accompany loss of blood.

This procedure allows a physician to examine and surgically correct associated soft tissue damage while reducing the fracture and, if necessary, applying internal or external devices.

If a child receives a soft tissue injury, such as a strain or sprain, or a bone injury, the best immediate treatment is ice, compression, elevation of the injury, and rest.

If the cast, splint, or brace breaks or malfunctions, the healing process of the bone or soft tissue can be disrupted and lead to deformity.

Then he or she may rinse the wound (irrigate) with a saline solution, inspect it for exposed bone, soft tissue loss, and nail or nail bed injury.

Most of the secondary cancers are skin cancers, bone tumors (osteosarcomas), and soft-tissue sarcomas.

Soft-tissue sarcomas are malignant tumors of the muscle, nerves, joints, blood vessels, deep skin tissues, or fat.

Sports injuries can affect bones or soft tissue such as ligaments, muscles, and tendons.

About 95 percent of sports injuries are minor soft tissue traumas.

Treatment for minor soft tissue injuries generally consists of compressing the injured area with an elastic bandage, elevation, ice, and rest.

The most common injuries are sprains and strains of soft tissue such as muscles and tendons.

In non-contact sports, major fractures, dislocations, or soft-tissue injuries are usually associated with accidental rather than intended collisions.

For lesser dental trauma, soft tissue injuries may require only cold compresses or ice to reduce swelling.

Toddlers are at particular risk because they fall frequently and may bleed into the soft tissue of their arms and legs.

Touch used with sensitivity also allows the massage therapist to receive useful information via his or her hands about the individual's body, such as locating areas of muscle tension and other soft tissue problems.

Treating Soft Tissue Conditions with Orthopedic Massage.

This condition can develop from injury to the bones of the neck or because of infection, inflammation, or tumors of the soft tissue of the head and neck.

Soft tissue lasers - These lasers penetrate the soft tissue and seal blood vessels and nerve endings.

When storing, wrap your molds in bubble wrap, fabric, or soft tissue paper to keep them from getting scratched.

For example, a person with severe joint arthritis, back pain or soft-tissue injuries can exercise much more comfortably in a pool than on land thanks to water's cushioning effect.