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KAYSER-FLEISCHER RINGS   See Wilson’s disease. Kegel   An exercise for the pelvic floor muscles; used to prevent and treat incontinence (see Urinary Incontinence). Keratin   Greek keras = horn. Keratoderma Blennorrhagica   Rash on palms of the hands and soles of the feet which may occur in reactive arthritis (Reiter's syndrome); it resembles a form of psoriasis. KETONE   A byproduct of fat metabolism. When the body does not have enough glucose, the liver converts fatty acids into ketones, which are used as fuel by the muscles. Ketones   By-products of fat metabolism (see Diabetes). KIDNEY (adjective RENAL)   One of two bean-shaped organs located in the lower back part of the abdominal cavity. The kidneys filter waste material from the blood and excrete urine. KIDNEY STONE (NEPHROLITHIASIS)   An accumulation of substances (e.g., drug crystals, minerals) in the kidneys, leading to blockage and pain. Kinocilium   Greek kineo = to move (cf. kinetic), and cilium Latin = eyelash, hence protoplasmic thread of hair process in cupula of crista ampullaris of a semicircular duct. Knee   The junction of the thigh and the leg. Koniocortex   Greek konis = dust, and Latin cortex = bark, hence, sensory cortex containing mostly granular layers. KUPFFER CELL   A type of macrophage that resides in the liver and ingests bacteria absorbed from the intestines. Kyphosis   Forward stooping (bowing) of the spine ('humpback' deformity). Back to top