Albert

Albert (medical term)

Albert (/ˈælbərt/), in the field of medicine, is a term that has been used to refer to a variety of medical conditions and procedures. The etymology of the term is not definitively known, but it is believed to have originated from the name Albert, which is of Germanic origin and means "noble and bright".

Albert's Disease

Albert's Disease is a rare condition characterized by the inflammation of the arteries. It is also known as Takayasu's arteritis and is more common in women than in men. The exact cause of Albert's Disease is unknown, but it is believed to be an autoimmune disorder.

Albert's Syndrome

Albert's Syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by the absence of certain chromosomes. It is also known as Cri-du-chat syndrome due to the distinctive cry of affected infants, which is similar to the mewing of a cat. The syndrome is caused by a deletion on chromosome 5.

Albert's Procedure

Albert's Procedure is a surgical technique used to treat glaucoma, a condition that damages the eye's optic nerve and can result in vision loss and blindness. The procedure involves creating a new drainage pathway for the aqueous humor, the fluid in the eye, to lower intraocular pressure.

Albert's Sign

Albert's Sign is a clinical sign used in the diagnosis of neurological disorders. It involves the elicitation of a specific response to a stimulus, such as a reflex or involuntary movement. The sign is named after the physician who first described it.

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