Match each term below with its description.
-Broad sheet of fibrous tissue or expanded tendon that holds muscles together or connects muscle to bone

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Aponeurosis is a broad sheet of fibrous tissue that holds muscles together or connects muscle to bone.

Answer: H
 Rebound pain is pain that is felt upon the quick release of pressure from an area that was previously painful upon palpation.

Answer: A
 Mesentery is a double layer of peritoneum that suspends the intestines from the back of the abdominal wall.

Answer: D
 Lithotripsy is a medical procedure that uses shock waves to break up kidney stones, gallstones, or other solid masses in the body.

Answer: E
 Dysphagia is difficulty or pain swallowing.

Answer: F
 Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract.

Answer: G
 Jaundice is a yellowing of the skin and eyes caused by a buildup of bilirubin in the blood.

Answer: J
 Billroth I is a surgical procedure in which a portion of the stomach is removed and the remaining portion is attached to the duodenum.

Answer: C
 Ipsilateral refers to structures or organs on the same side of the body.

Answer: B
 Strangulated refers to a hernia that is trapped and cut off from its blood supply.

Match Each Term Below with Its Description