definition of adhesions
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Adhesions Definition. Adhesions are fibrous bands of scar tissue that form between internal organs and tissues, joining them together abnormally. Adhesions are made up of blood vessels and fibroblasts—connective tissue cells. They form as a normal part of the body's healing process and help to limit the spread of infection.
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Definitions &Translations This page provides all possible meanings and translations of the word contract of adhesion. Princeton's WordNet(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: adhesion contract, contract of adhesion(noun) a contract that heavily restricts one party while leaving the other free (as some standard form printed contracts); implies inequality in bargaining power.
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adhesion Vaginal and rectal examination reveal bands of adhesion across the passage, or transverse partitions that completely block it. In the latter there may be an accumulation of exudate or secretion cranial to it. Three-dimensional adhesions convert the vagina into a solid mass with a similar obstructive effect. See also vaginal.
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- Definition of adhesion – adhesion are all the forces or mechanisms that keep the adhesive with each substrate, the term refers to all adhesion mechanisms or forces located in a thin layer (boundary layer) between the substrate and the adhesive itself.
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ICD-10 Diagnosis Code K66.0 Adhesions are bands of scar-like tissue. Normally, internal tissues and organs have slippery surfaces so they can shift easily as the body moves. Adhesions cause tissues and organs to stick together. They might connect the loops of the intestines to each other, to nearby organs, or to the wall of the abdomen. They can pull sections of the intestines out of place. This may block food from passing through the intestine. Adhesions can occur anywhere in the body. But they often form after surgery on the abdomen. Almost everyone who has surgery on the abdomen gets adhesions. Some adhesions don't cause any problems. But when they partly or completely block the intestines, they cause symptoms such as. Severe abdominal pain or cramping.
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- An adhesive is any substance applied to the surfaces of materials that binds them together and resists separation. The term adhesive may be used interchangeably with glue, cement, mucilage, or paste.
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Abdominal Adhesions Abdominal adhesions are bands of fibrous scar tissue that form on organs in the abdomen. They can cause organs to stick to one another or to the wall of the abdomen. Abdominal adhesions most commonly develop after surgery. Abdominal organs handled by the surgical team are shifted temporarily from their normal positions.
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adhesive Medical Definition of adhesive. 1: an adhesive substance; especially : a substance (as glue, starch, paste, or mucilage) that bonds two materials together by adhering to the surface of each.
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cohesion the act or state of cohering, uniting, or sticking together. 2. Physics. the molecular force between particles within a body or substance that acts to unite them. Compare adhesion (def 4). 3. Botany. the congenital union of one part with another.
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- Medical Definition of COHESION. 1. : the act or process of sticking together tightly. 2. : the molecular attraction by which the particles of a body are united throughout the mass—compare adhesion 3.ull Definition of COHESION. 1. 2. : union between similar plant parts or organs. 3. : molecular attraction by which the particles of a body are united throughout the mass. — co·he·sion·less \-ləs\ adjective. See cohesion defined for English-language learners. See cohesion defined for kids. ADVERTISEMENT.
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Adhesion (medicine) Adhesions form as a natural part of the body’s healing process after surgery in a similar way that a scar forms. The term adhesion is applied when the scar extends from within one tissue across to another, usually across a virtual space such as the peritoneal cavity.
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Adhesive An adhesive is any substance applied to the surfaces of materials that binds them together and resists separation. The term adhesive may be used interchangeably with glue, cement, mucilage, or paste.Adjectives may be used in conjunction with the word “adhesive” to describe properties based on the substance's physical or chemical form, the type of materials joined, or conditions under which it is applied.he term adhesive may be used interchangeably with glue, cement, mucilage, or paste.
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Abdominal Adhesions Abdominal adhesions are bands of tissue that form between abdominal tissues and organs. Normally, internal tissues and organs have slippery surfaces, which allow them to shift easily as the body moves. Adhesions cause tissues and organs to stick together. The intestines are part of the digestive system.
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adhesion pathology-any deviation from a healthy or normal condition. symphysis-an abnormal adhesion of two or more structures. synechia-adhesions between the iris and the lens or cornea resulting from trauma or eye surgery or as a complication of glaucoma or cataract; can lead to blindness.
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adhesion (ād-hē'zhən) 1  The force of attraction that causes two different substances to join. Adhesion causes water to spread out over glass. 2  A fibrous band of abnormal tissue that binds together tissues that are normally separate. Adhesions form during the healing of some wounds, usually as a result of inflammation.
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Adhesion (medicine) The adhesions start to form within hours of surgery and may cause internal organs to attach to the surgical site or to other organs in the abdominal cavity. Adhesion-related twisting and pulling of internal organs can result in complications such as abdominal pain or intestinal obstruction.
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Abdominal Adhesions Abdominal adhesions are bands of fibrous tissue that can form between abdominal tissues and organs. The abdominal cavity is the internal area of the body between the chest and hips that contains the lower part of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.
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Abdominal Adhesions (Scar Tissue in the Abdomen) What are abdominal adhesions? Abdominal adhesions are bands of tissue that form between abdominal tissues and organs. these vary from a consistency of wet tissue paper, which are of little significance, to a strong, fibrous band that can readily cause obstruction.
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What is Adhesion and what is Cohesion? Cohesion in water is the water being 'sticky' or attracted to itself. Adhesion in water is when the water is 'sticky' or attacted to other surfaces. Water is cohesive and adhe…sive because of it's properties. The oxyogen and hydrogen molecules are bonded together and are polar.
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Cohesion In chemistry and physics, cohesion refers to the sticking together of alike molecules, such as water molecule being attracted to another water molecule. Cohesion also causes water molecules to form drops.Together with adhesion, It helps to explain the occurrence of surface tension and capillary action.In botany, cohesion pertains to the fusion of plant parts, such as in syncarpy. Word origin: From Latin cohaesus, past participle of cohaerēre, to cling together.ohesion also causes water molecules to form drops. Together with adhesion, It helps to explain the occurrence of surface tension and capillary action. In botany, cohesion pertains to the fusion of plant parts, such as in syncarpy. Word origin: From Latin cohaesus, past participle of cohaerēre, to cling together.
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adhesion adhesion. n. 1. the quality or condition of sticking together or holding fast. 2. ability to make firm contact without skidding or slipping. 3. attachment or fidelity, as to a political party, cause, etc.
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Adhesions and C-Sections An adhesion is scar tissue that forms a connection between tissues or organs that are not normally connected. After abdominal surgery, such as a c-section, adhesions can form between the intestines, uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, bladder, and other organs. The scar tissue may tighten around the bowel and either partially or completely close it off. This may cause bowel obstruction.
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- cohesion means the water molecules stick to other water molecules, adhesion is when the water molecules stick to other things like the inside of a stem of a plant.10 people found this useful.dhesion is the force of attraction between molecules of different substances while cohesion is the force of attraction between molecules of the same substance. + 178 others found this useful.
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Abdominal Adhesions Abdominal adhesions are bands of tissue that form between abdominal tissues and organs. Normally, internal tissues and organs have slippery surfaces, which allow them to shift easily as the body moves. Adhesions cause tissues and organs to stick together. The intestines are part of the digestive system. Abdominal adhesions can cause an intestinal obstruction.
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Adhesions Adhesions: A fibrous band or structure by which parts abnormally adhere. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Adhesions is available below.