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- Syndrome, HDR The syndrome of familial Hypoparathyroidism, sensorineural Deafness, and Renal dysplasia. Inherited as an…
- Disease, chronic obstructive lung (COLD) Any disorder that persistently obstructs bronchial airflow. COLD mainly involves two related diseases --…
- Human Genome Organisation The international organization of scientists involved in the Human Genome Project, the global initiative to…
- Mastectomy, radical Removal of all breast tissue, from just under the collar bone to the abdomen, including the chest wall…
- Glaucoma, low tension See: Glaucoma, normal tension
- Immunization, chickenpox In the United States, it is recommended that all children receive vaccination against: Hepatitis B…
- Vision, central See: Central vision
- Caries Dental cavities. Holes in the two outer layers of a tooth called the enamel and the dentin. The enamel is the…
- Bunion A bunion is a localized painful swelling at the base of the big toe (the great toe). The joint is enlarged…
- Trochanter One of the bony prominences toward the near end of the thigh bone (the femur). There are two trochanters: >…
- Phylogenetics A physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Physiatrists specialize in restoring…