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The most complete online medical dictionary: 16,436 terms covering anatomy, physiology, pathologies, diagnostic exams, pharmacology and every clinical specialty.
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Vaccination, rubella
See Immunization, MMR.
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- Veins, ophthalmic The orbital cavity is drained by paired veins called the superior and inferior ophthalmic veins. The superior…
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