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Show more- Syndrome, Witkop A genetic disorder characterized by the absence of several teeth at birth and abnormalities of the nails. The…
- Hypothyroidism, congenital Hypothyroidism, congenital: Underactivity of the thyroid gland at birth, resulting in growth retardation…
- Benzo(a)pyrene Abbreviated B(a)P. A member of a class of compounds known as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). B(a)P…
- Macular pucker Scar tissue in the macula, the area of the retina responsible for sharp central vision. The scar can blur and…
- Idiopathic scoliosis A "wastepaper basket" for those cases of immune thrombocytopenic purpura whose cause is still unknown. See…
- Perinatal transmission Transmission of a disease-causing agent (a pathogen) from mother to baby during the perinatal period, the…
- Bones of the skeleton The human body has 206 bones. These consist of 80 axial (head and trunk) bones and 126 appendicular (upper…
- Infection, nosocomial An infection acquired in a hospital. Specifically an infection that was not present or incubating prior to…
- Glaucoma, acute angle-closure Glaucoma, acute angle-closure: Increased pressure in the front chamber (anterior chamber) of the eye due to…
- Histocompatibility Literally, tissue compatibility. With full histocompatibility between a donor and recipient, tissue can be…
- PH, blood See: Blood pH
- Oral aversion Reluctance or refusal to feed or eat. A familiar example of oral aversion is a baby's refusal to breastfeed…