Multiple Choice
Define the following:
1) Olecranon bursitis:
2) Polydactylism:
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Define bursolith.
A
Inflammation within a bursa sac
B
Stone (deposit) within a tendon sheath
C
Inflammation within a joint capsule
D
Stone (deposit) within a bursa sac.
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Step 1: Break down the term 'bursolith' into its components: 'burso-' and '-lith'.
Step 2: Understand that 'burso-' refers to a bursa, which is a small fluid-filled sac that reduces friction between tissues of the body, such as between bone and tendon or muscle.
Step 3: Recognize that '-lith' means stone or calculus, indicating a solid deposit.
Step 4: Combine the meanings to interpret 'bursolith' as a stone or deposit located within a bursa sac.
Step 5: Compare this interpretation with the given options to confirm that 'Stone (deposit) within a bursa sac' is the correct definition.
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