Match each term below with its description.
-Disease of the spinal nerve roots that results in pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness of the extremities

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Radiculopathy is a disease of the spinal nerve roots that can cause a variety of symptoms such as pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness of the extremities.

Answer: A
 Paraplegia refers to paralysis of the lower half of the body, usually caused by spinal cord injury or disease.

Answer: C
 Exothermic refers to a chemical reaction that releases heat.

Answer: E
 Collateral flow refers to the alternate pathway of blood supply to a tissue or organ when the primary blood vessels are blocked or inhibited.

Answer: F
 CUSA stands for Cavitron Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirator, a tool used in surgery to break down and remove tissue.

Answer: G
 Bipolar refers to a type of electrical circuit or device that has two opposite poles or regions of charge.

Answer: H
 Tunneler is a surgical instrument used to create a tunnel or passage through tissue or bone.

Answer: I
 Brain abscess is a collection of pus or infected material in the brain, typically caused by a bacterial or fungal infection.

Answer: J
 Stereotaxis refers to a type of medical imaging and navigation system that uses 3D coordinates and imaging data to guide surgical instruments to specific locations in the body.

Match Each Term Below with Its Description