Dictionary

condyloma latum A form of the secondary stage of syphilis, characterized by wartlike growths around the anus.

condyloma subcutaneum A sexually transmitted disorder characterized by wartlike growths around the anus and genitals that is caused by the virus poxvirus. Also known as molluscum contagiosum.

cone biopsy See conization.

cone cell A light-sensitive cell in the retina of the eye. Cone cells absorb light and are essential for distinguishing colors.

congenital A condition that is present at birth, whether or not it is inherited.

congenital aganglionic megacolon See Hirschsprung’s disease.

congenital clasped thumbs with mental retardation See adducted thumbs.

congenital defect A birth defect.

congenital dislocation of the hip See congenital hip dislocation.

congenital heart disease A malformation of the heart, aorta, or other large blood vessels that is the most frequent form of major birth defect in newborns. Abbreviated CHD. There are many types of CHD, including atrial septal defect (ASD), ventricular septal defect (VSD), pulmonary (valvular) stenosis, aortic stenosis, coarctation of the aorta, Tetralogy of Fallot,…

congenital hemolytic jaundice See spherocytosis, hereditary.

congenital hip dislocation One of the most common birth defects, characterized by an abnormal formation of the hip joint in which the ball at the top of the thighbone (the head of the femur) is not stable within the socket (acetabulum). The ligaments of the hip joint may also be loose and stretched. The degree…