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- Empirical midwife A midwife who has entered the profession as an apprentice to a practicing midwife rather than attending a…
- Gynecoid pelvis The gynecoid pelvis is one that is generally characteristic of a woman in its bone structure and therefore…
- Bone morphogenetic protein A protein that induces the formation of bone and cartilage. Bone morphogenic protein 2 (which is symbolized…
- Dysplasia, bronchopulmonary See: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
- Nephrotomogram A series of special x-rays of the kidneys. The x-rays are taken from different angles. They show the kidneys…
- Meter, pH See: pH meter
- Immunosuppressive agent A medication that slows or halts immune system activity. Immunosuppressive agents may be given to prevent the…
- Adenovirus A group of viruses responsible for a spectrum of respiratory disease as well as infection of the stomach and…
- Oligomenorrhea A reduction in number of menstrual periods and/or amount of menstrual flow.
- Galactorrhea The spontaneous flow of milk from the nipple at any time other than during nursing. Galactorrhea can be due…