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Fracture, basilar
A break in bone at the base of the skull. About a half of basilar fractures are caused by bicycle or motor vehicle accidents, about a quarter by falls, and a tenth by recreational activities, particularly by diving accidents. The balance…
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- Stickler syndrome, type II See: Stickler syndrome
- Asexual 1. Without sexual desire or interest. Someone with seemingly no sexual drive. 2. Referring to reproduction…
- Otoplasty Otoplasty: Plastic surgery to reshape the outer ear.
- Insect sting Stings from large stinging insects such as bees, hornets, yellow jackets and wasps can trigger allergic…
- Shock, toxic See Syndrome, toxic shock.
- Obesity Obesity: The state of being well above one's normal weight. A person has traditionally been considered to be…
- Joint, TM The joint that hinges the lower jaw (mandible) to the skull
- Thorn, George W. American endocrinologist (1906-2004) who was a pioneer in the use of cortisone for treating Addison's…
- Dislocated shoulder See: Shoulder dislocation
- Urine Liquid waste. The urine is a clear, transparent fluid. It normally has an amber color. The average amount of…