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Globus minor
The globus minor is the tail of the epididymis, a cordlike structure just behind the testis. The globus major is the head of the epididymis. In terms of orientation, the globus minor is the lower end of the epididymis while the globus…
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- Ramus In anatomy, a branch, such as a branch of a blood vessel or nerve. For example, the ramus acetabularis…
- Putamen An area in the brain within a structure called the lentiform nucleus. The putamen may decrease in size as a…
- Syncope, vasovagal See: Vasovagal syncope
- Paresthesia An abnormal sensation of the skin, such as numbness, tingling, pricking, burning, or creeping on the skin…
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- CA 15-3 A tumor marker most useful in following the course of treatment in women diagnosed with breast cancer…
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