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Rupture: From 3 Different Sources

A common term for a hernia. The term also refers to a complete break in a structure, as in rupture of a tendon.

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Health Source: BMA Medical Dictionary
Author: The British Medical Association
1. n. see hernia. 2. n. the bursting apart or open of an organ or tissue; for example, the splitting of the membranes enclosing an infant during childbirth. 3. vb. (of tissues, etc.) to burst apart or open.
Health Source: Oxford | Concise Colour Medical Dictionary
Author: Jonathan Law, Elizabeth Martin

Artificial Rupture Of Membrane

See amniotomy.... artificial rupture of membrane

Tendon Rupture

A complete tear in a tendon.

A tendon may rupture when the muscle to which it is attached contracts suddenly and powerfully, such as during vigorous exercise.

Rupture may also be due to an injury or joint disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis.

Symptoms include a snapping sensation, impaired movement, pain, and swelling.

Diagnosis is usually obvious from the symptoms.

Surgery to repair the tendon may be needed.

In some cases, the tendon may heal if immobilized in a plaster cast.... tendon rupture

Artificial Rupture Of Membranes

(ARM) see amniotomy.... artificial rupture of membranes

Premature Rupture Of Membranes

see PROM; PPROM; labour.... premature rupture of membranes

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