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Nervus ulnaris
See: Ulnar nerve
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- Umbilicus The vestige left behind on a newborn's belly when the umbilical cord is cut. Also called the navel or belly…
- Ca Abbreviation for circa, meaning about or approximately, as in ca. 1 mg