• Immunoregulatory checkpoints

    Protein molecules on the surface of T cells that are activated by signal molecules. Once activated, the immunoregulatory checkpoints inhibit the T cells.

  • Impaction

    Impingement, gomphosis; pinched section of cartilage and bone in the joint.

  • Implant

    Foreign material implanted into the human body. For example metal, plastic or an electronic device (pacemaker).

  • Incontinence

    Insufficient control over the evacuation of waste products from the body. There are two different types: urinary incontinence and faecal incontinence.

  • Incretins

    Natural hormones that are released in the wall of the intestine. The promote the feeling of being full and support the secretion of insulin.

  • Indication

    Reason for performing a certain treatment.

  • Infiltrative

    Growing into or invading the surrounding tissue.

  • Inflammatory mediators

    Substances produced by the body to induce or maintain an inflammatory response.

  • Instillation therapy

    Administration of liquid medication into the urinary bladder.

  • Instrumental analysis

    Diagnostic investigations involving equipment.

  • Insulin

    Hormone that regulates the absorption and distribution of sugar in the body.