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-stasis

Suffix Medical Terminology

Stopping or controlling; standing still.

Example: hemostasis (stopping of bleeding)

Sources

Appendix A: Word Parts and What They Mean · MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
Anatomy and Physiology 2e, Chapter 18 Key Terms · OpenStax

Terms built with -stasis

hemostasisThe body's process for stopping bleeding.
homeostasisThe body's ability to keep a stable internal environment, such as temperature and fluid balance.
metastasisSpread of cancer cells from the original site to other parts of the body.

Related terms

-sclerosisHardening.
-scopeInstrument used to examine.
-scopyVisual examination with a scope.
-spasmSudden involuntary muscle contraction.
-stenosisNarrowing.
-taxiaOrder or coordination of movement.
-thoraxChest or chest cavity.
-tripsyCrushing.

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