Suffix Osis And Suffix Pexy[Roll.no 75].pptx

Suffix Osis And Suffix Pexy

1. Suffix Osis And Suffix Pexy U Sri Durga Bhavani Roll.no: 75 ASR Homeopathy Medical College

2. Introduction to Suffixes Suffixes are affixes added to the end of words to change their meaning. The suffixes "- osis " and "- pexy " are commonly used in medical terminology. Understanding these suffixes can enhance comprehension of various medical conditions and procedures.

3. Understanding Suffix -osis The suffix "-osis" typically indicates a condition or disease, often implying an abnormal state. It is frequently used in medical terms to describe pathological processes, such as "neurosis" or "osis". Conditions denoted by "-osis" may refer to an increase in a specific type of cell or a degenerative state.

4. Examples of -osis in Medical Terms "Fibrosis" refers to the thickening and scarring of connective tissue. "Cirrhosis" is a chronic liver disease characterized by the replacement of healthy liver tissue with scar tissue. "Scoliosis" denotes an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine, often diagnosed in adolescents.

5. Understanding Suffix -pexy The suffix "-pexy" refers to surgical fixation or attachment of an organ or structure. It is derived from the Greek word "pexein," meaning to fix or to attach. Procedures with "-pexy" are often performed to stabilize or restore function to organs.

6. Examples of -pexy in Medical Terms "Hysteropexy" is a surgical procedure that fixes a prolapsed uterus. "Nephropexy" involves the surgical fixation of a kidney that has moved from its normal position. "Mastopexy" refers to a surgical procedure that lifts and reshapes sagging breasts.

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