BIQLI
A questionnaire measuring the impact of body image on quality of life.
Aliases: Body Image Quality of Life Inventory
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B
BMP
A group of growth factors that stimulate bone and cartilage formation.
Aliases: bone morphogenetic protein, BMP-2, BMP-7
C
CAUTI
Catheter-associated urinary tract infection, a hospital-acquired infection risk after surgery.
Aliases: catheter-associated urinary tract infection
D
DEXA Scan
An imaging test that measures bone mineral density.
Aliases: DXA, bone density scan, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry
E
EFI
The time spent wearing an external fixator per centimeter of lengthening achieved.
Aliases: external fixator index
P
Periosteal Reaction
New bone formation along the outer surface of existing bone, visible on X-ray, often a sign of irritation or stress.
Aliases: periostitis
S
Scanogram
A full-length standing X-ray of the legs used to measure bone lengths and alignment.
Aliases: standing X-ray, full-length radiograph, teleoroentgenogram