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Carbuncle and furuncle:
- A carbuncle is a cluster of connected furuncles (boils) that form a larger, more severe infection in the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
- A furuncle, also known as a boil, is a localized infection in a hair follicle or oil gland that typically appears as a red, swollen, and painful bump.
Sinus and fistula:
- A sinus is a small, narrow channel or cavity in the body that may be lined with epithelium and can become infected or inflamed.
- A fistula is an abnormal connection or passageway between two organs or between an organ and the skin, often resulting from an infection or injury.
Direct and indirect hernia:
- A direct hernia occurs when abdominal contents push through a weak spot in the abdominal wall, typically in the inguinal region, without passing through the inguinal canal.
- An indirect hernia occurs when abdominal contents push through the inguinal canal, a passage in the lower abdominal wall that normally carries the spermatic cord in men or the round ligament in women.
- A carbuncle is a cluster of connected furuncles (boils) that form a larger, more severe infection in the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
- A furuncle, also known as a boil, is a localized infection in a hair follicle or oil gland that typically appears as a red, swollen, and painful bump.
Sinus and fistula:
- A sinus is a small, narrow channel or cavity in the body that may be lined with epithelium and can become infected or inflamed.
- A fistula is an abnormal connection or passageway between two organs or between an organ and the skin, often resulting from an infection or injury.
Direct and indirect hernia:
- A direct hernia occurs when abdominal contents push through a weak spot in the abdominal wall, typically in the inguinal region, without passing through the inguinal canal.
- An indirect hernia occurs when abdominal contents push through the inguinal canal, a passage in the lower abdominal wall that normally carries the spermatic cord in men or the round ligament in women.
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Jun 6
Carbuncle vs. Furuncle
- Carbuncle: A cluster of interconnected boils (furuncles).
- Furuncle: A localized skin infection with a central pus-filled core.
Sinus vs. Fistula
- Sinus: A tract-like channel that leads from an internal cavity or tissue to the body's surface.
- Fistula: An abnormal connection between two organs or cavities that can lead to drainage.
Direct vs. Indirect Hernia
- Direct Hernia: Occurs when intestines or other abdominal contents protrude through a weakened area in the abdominal wall directly.
- Indirect Hernia: Occurs when intestines or other abdominal contents protrude through a weakened area in the abdominal wall near the inguinal canal, a passageway in the lower abdomen.
- Carbuncle: A cluster of interconnected boils (furuncles).
- Furuncle: A localized skin infection with a central pus-filled core.
Sinus vs. Fistula
- Sinus: A tract-like channel that leads from an internal cavity or tissue to the body's surface.
- Fistula: An abnormal connection between two organs or cavities that can lead to drainage.
Direct vs. Indirect Hernia
- Direct Hernia: Occurs when intestines or other abdominal contents protrude through a weakened area in the abdominal wall directly.
- Indirect Hernia: Occurs when intestines or other abdominal contents protrude through a weakened area in the abdominal wall near the inguinal canal, a passageway in the lower abdomen.
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