Dictionary

neonatology The art and science of medical care for newborns.

neoplasia Abnormal new growth of cells.

neoplasm A tumor.

neoplastic Pertaining to a tumor or the process of tumor formation.

nephrectomy Surgery to remove all or part of the kidney, for example, because of cancer.

nephrectomy, partial Removal of part of a kidney, but not the entire kidney.

nephrectomy, radical Surgery to remove the kidney, the adrenal gland, the nearby lymph nodes, and other surrounding tissue.

nephrectomy, simple Surgery to remove only the kidney that is diseased.

nephritis Inflammation of the kidney, which causes impaired kidney function. Nephritis can be due to a variety of causes, including kidney disease, autoimmune disease, and infection. Treatment depends on the cause.

nephritis, acute Sudden kidney inflammation. Diagnosis is usually made by finding protein or urine in the blood. Inflammation of the kidney that is due to infection. Symptoms include nausea, pain in the kidney area, fever, and chills. Early diagnosis is essential to save the kidneys. Treatment involves use of antibiotics or antiviral medications.

nephritis, interstitial Nephritis that is due to disorders of the connective tissue within the kidney, exposure to toxic substances, transplant rejection, urinary blockage, or other factors. Symptoms include fever, pain in the kidney area, blood or protein in the urine, and eventually kidney failure. Treatment depends on the cause.

nephro- Having to do with the kidney, as in nephrology (the art and science of the care of the kidneys) and nephropathy (any kidney disease).