(plural tricorders) A fictional futuristic handheld device used for scanning, which may be specialized for medical, technical, or other purposes.
General Discussion. Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is a rare autoimmune disorder characterized by the gradual onset of muscle weakness, especially of the pelvic and thigh muscles. Approximately 60 percent of LEMS cases are associated with a small cell lung cancer (SCLC), and the onset of LEMS symptoms often precedes the detection of the cancer.
(November 2008) A vendor management system (VMS) is an Internet-enabled, often Web-based application that acts as a mechanism for business to manage and procure staffing services â temporary, and, in some cases, permanent placement services â as well as outside contract or contingent labor.