| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Bacterial Endocarditis |
Disease characterized by inflammation or infection of the inner surface of the heart (the endocardium). |
| Barium swallow radiograph |
Medical imaging procedure used to examine the upper GI (gastrointestinal) tract, which includes the esophagus, the stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. |
| Biopsy |
Medical test that involves removal of tissue in order to examine it for disease. |
| BiPAP (Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure) |
Breathing apparatus that helps people get more air into their lungs; uses air pressure to keep the airways open. |
| Bone Graft |
Surgical procedure that replaces missing bone in order to repair bone fractures. |
| Bone Scan |
Nuclear scanning test that identifies new areas of bone growth or breakdown. |
| Bradycardia |
Condition in which the heart beats less than 60 beats per minute. |
| Bronchitis |
Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the bronchi, the airways that carry airflow from the trachea into the lungs. 90% o cases are due to viral infections. |
| Brow Bone |
Bony ridge located above the eye sockets. |
