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Torsion fracture
A fracture, also called a spiral fracture, in which a bone has been twisted apart. align=center>
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- Nasal decongestant A drug that shrinks the swollen membranes in the nose, making it easier to breath. Decongestants can be taken…
- Major histocompatibility complex See: Permanent makeup.
- Skin color The color of skin which is complexly determined. Skin color depends on many factors including reddening…
- Venom A poison, particularly one secreted by an animal. For examples, bee venom, snake venom, scorpion venom, and…
- Postural hypotension A drop in blood pressure (hypotension) due to a change in body position (posture) when a person moves to a…
- Cholangiography Radiographic examination of the bile ducts with contrast medium. The contrast medium may be administered…
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- Factor VIII Factor eight, a key factor in the process of blood coagulation (clotting). Lack of normal factor VIII causes…