reduction

reduction /re·duc·tion/ (-shun)

1. the correction of a fracture, luxation, or hernia.

2. the addition of hydrogen to a substance, or more generally, the gain of electrons.

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closed reduction  the manipulative reduction of a fracture without incision.

open reduction  reduction of a fracture after incision into the fracture site.

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re·duc·tion (r-dkshn)

n.

1. The act, process, or result of reducing.

2. The amount by which something is lessened or diminished.

3. Restoration of an injured or dislocated part to its normal anatomical relation by surgery or manipulation.

4. The first meiotic division, in which the chromosome number is reduced. Also called reduction division, reduction of chromosomes.

5. A decrease in positive valence or an increase in negative valence by the gaining of electrons.

6. A reaction in which hydrogen is combined with a compound.

7. A reaction in which oxygen is removed from a compound.

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re·duction·al adj.

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Reduction

The restoration of a body part to its original position after displacement, such as the reduction of a fractured bone by bringing ends or fragments back into original alignment. The useof local or general anesthesia usually accompanies a fracture reduction. If performed by outside manipulation only, the reduction is described as closed; if surgery is necessary, it is described as open.

Mentioned in: Fractures, Methemoglobinemia

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reduction

[riduk′shən]

Etymology: L, reducere

1 also called hydrogenation. The addition of hydrogen to a substance.

2 the removal of oxygen from a substance.

3 the decrease in the valence of the electronegative part of a compound.

4 the addition of one or more electrons to a chemical substance.

5 the correction of a fracture, hernia, or luxation.

6 the reduction of data, as in converting interval data to an ordinal or nominal scale of measurement.

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reduction

1. the correction of a fracture, luxation or hernia.

2. the addition of hydrogen to a substance, or more generally, the gain of electrons; the opposite of oxidation.

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angle of reduction

in the Ortolani maneuver, the point at which the femoral head returns to the acetabulum.

closed reduction

the manipulative reduction of a fracture without incision.

reduction forceps

bone holding forceps used to hold fracture fragments in position during surgery.

open reduction

reduction of a fracture after incision into the fracture site.

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reduction

Cosmetic surgery The surgical excision of redundant tissue and skin. See Reduction mammoplasty, scalp reduction Obstetrics See Multifetal pregnancy reduction, Selective reduction Orthopedics The positioning of displaced parts–eg, surgical or manipulative repositioning of dislocated bones in a joint. See Closed reduction, Open reduction.

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Patient discussion about reduction.

Q. Does intake of diet rich in fiber will be beneficial for weight reduction? I feel obesity is a hindrance to a happy life and though many weight reduction and slimming techniques are currently available, how can one choose the correct technique. Does intake of diet rich in fiber will be beneficial for weight reduction?

A. Yes, researches indicate that the normal weight adults tend to eat more fiber and fruit than people who are overweight or obese. The difference found was that the normal-weight adults consume about 33 % more dietary fiber and 43 % more complex carbohydrates each day than people who are obese. Thus it is shown that consumption of a balanced diet that includes an adequate amount of fiber from plant foods will surely benefit your health and weight. You must have fiber rich foods if you are obese.

Q. I wish to know if someone has any idea on weight reduction without any exercise. l have heard that the carbohydrates and fats increase the risk of gaining weight but it’s an important diet constituent so how can I leave them or is there any replacement for them? I am pretty over weight and I do not exercise and to be honest I do not have the will or interest to exercise. I wish to know if someone has any idea on weight reduction without any exercise.

A. Excess intake of carbohydrate is not good for overweight persons. Even saturated fats are unhealthy. Even though they are important for your diet and health, I can straightaway tell you that excess consumption is not healthy. They can make you obese and prone to other disease as well. There is no replacement for them as they are main food for the humans. Fasting can help to reduce their bad effects, but you should fast once in a week only. The other way is to reduce their consumption and increase the intake fruits and vegetables. Do take lot of water to remove the toxins.
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