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Transfusion
The transfer of blood or blood products from one person (the donor) into another person (the recipient's) bloodstream. In most situations, this is done as a lifesaving maneuver to replace blood cells or blood products lost through severe…
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Show more- Stage of dilatation The part of labor when the cervix dilates fully (to 10 centimeters). Also called the first stage of labor
- Retinal detachment Retinal detachment: A separation of the retina from its connection at the back of the eye. The separation…
- Orchiectomy The surgical removal of one or both testes.
- Acoustic neuroma A benign tumor that may develop on the hearing and balance nerves near the inner ear. The tumor results from…
- Perception, auditory The ability to identify, interpret, and attach meaning to sound
- TTR The gene that encodes transthyretin, a plasma protein consisting of 127 amino acids that binds retinol and…
- Pes planum Flat feet
- External genitalia, female See: Female external genitalia
- Tracheoesophageal puncture A small opening made by a surgeon between the esophagus and the trachea. A valve keeps food out of the…
- Aplasia of the breast Breast: A rare condition wherein the normal growth of the breast or nipple never takes place. They are…
- Tok- From the Greek word 'tokos' meaning childbirth, we have toc-, toco-, tok-, and toko- as combining forms, all…
- Nasal decongestant A drug that shrinks the swollen membranes in the nose, making it easier to breath. Decongestants can be taken…