How Do You Spell SCHISTOCYTOSIS?

Pronunciation: [ʃˌɪstəsɪtˈə͡ʊsɪs] (IPA)

Schistocytosis is a medical condition characterized by the presence of schistocytes - fragmented red blood cells - in the bloodstream. The spelling of schistocytosis reflects the complex formation of the word, which originates from the Greek words σχίζω (skhízō), meaning "to split," and κύτος (kútos), meaning "cell." The IPA phonetic transcription of schistocytosis is ʃɪstəʊsaɪˈtoʊsɪs, with the emphasis on the second syllable. This complex term underscores the need for precise scientific vocabulary to describe medical conditions.

SCHISTOCYTOSIS Meaning and Definition

1. Schistocytosis refers to a medical condition characterized by the presence of schistocytes in the bloodstream. Schistocytes are abnormal red blood cells that have undergone mechanical fragmentation or shearing due to various underlying pathological processes. This condition is generally associated with microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, a type of anemia caused by the destruction of red blood cells within small blood vessels.

   Schistocytosis can occur in several clinical contexts, including disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP), hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS), and mechanical hemolytic anemia. In these conditions, there is an increased presence of schistocytes due to the formation of microthrombi or the presence of mechanical shearing forces.

   The presence of schistocytes in the peripheral blood smear is often used to diagnose schistocytosis. Typically, a high number of schistocytes is associated with severe forms of the underlying condition and may indicate significant damage to the red blood cells.

   The symptoms of schistocytosis can vary depending on the underlying cause but generally include signs of anemia such as fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, and pale skin. Treatment of schistocytosis involves addressing the underlying cause and may include blood transfusions, corticosteroids, plasmapheresis, and other supportive measures.

2. The occurrence of many schistocytes in the blood.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for SCHISTOCYTOSIS

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Etymology of SCHISTOCYTOSIS

The word "schistocytosis" is derived from two parts: "schisto-" and "-cytosis".

1. "Schisto-" comes from the Greek word "skhistos" (σχίστος), which means "split" or "cleft".

2. "-cytosis" is a suffix used in medical terminology that indicates an abnormal increase or accumulation of cells.

Combining these two parts, "schistocytosis" refers to a condition characterized by the presence of fragmented red blood cells (schistocytes) in the bloodstream.