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Infarction

The obstruction of the blood supply to an organ or region of tissue, typically…

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Infection

The invasion and growth of opportunistic and/or pathogenic microorganisms in the body, causing disease…

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Infectious dose

Number of microorganisms required to cause an infection.

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ILD

Interstitial Lung Disease

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Ileocecal valve

The sphincter muscle separating the small and large intestines.

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Ileostomy

The surgical procedure of attaching the ileum (small intestine) to the abdominal wall at…

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Ileum

The last portion of the small intestine.

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ILI

Influenza Like Illness

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Ilium

The uppermost and widest of the three bones constituting either of the lateral halves…

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Immune system interference/distraction

When foreign bodies such as lint are present in the blood or tissues, the…

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Immunization

The process of providing immunity by administering a vaccine.

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