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Defect, neural tube
A major birth defect caused by abnormal development of the neural tube, the structure present during embryonic life which gives rise to the central nervous system -- the brain and spinal cord. Neural tube defects (NTDs) are among the most…
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- Bodywork Any of a number of therapeutic or simply relaxing practices that involve the manipulation, massage, or…
- Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome An infection of the skin with group II Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. The bacteria release toxins, causing…
- Hydroxyapatite Hydroxyapatite: A major component and an essential ingredient of normal bone and teeth. Hydroxyapatite makes…
- Thrombocytosis See thrombocythemia
- Virus, Coxsackie See: Coxsackievirus
- Mouse, white-footed See: White-footed mouse
- Medic Alert Originally,a bracelet that a person could wear to warn medical professionals in an emergency about a serious…
- Group A strep A well-known strain (a type) of streptococcus (strep) bacteria that can cause strep throat and common skin…
- Quadriplegia Paralysis of all four limbs, both arms and both legs, as from a high spinal cord accident or stroke.
- Trait In genetics, a trait refers to any genetically determined characteristic. In technical terms, a genetic trait…
- Flaviviridae A family of viruses transmitted by mosquitos and ticks that cause some important diseases, including dengue…