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Definition of UlcerUlcers are crater-like sores (generally 1/4 inch to 3/4 inch in diameter, but sometimes 1 to 2 inches in diameter) which form in the lining of the stomach (called gastric ulcers), just below the stomach at the beginning of the small inte... |
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An ulcer is a crater-like lesion on the skin or mucous membrane caused by an inflammatory, infectious, o... |
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Definition of Ultrasound in ObstetricsUltrasound is a technique that uses sound waves to take a picture of the baby (fetus) in the uterus. Because it uses sound waves instead of radiation, ultrasound is safer than X-rays.Description of Ultrasound in Obstet... |
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There are 2 types of umbilical catheters. One is called an umbilical artery catheter (or UAC) an... |
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Description of Umbilical Cord BloodAn infant's umbilical cord blood may be an alternative to bone marrow in treating a variety of leukemias.Using umbilical cord blood might have important therapeutic implications in treating certain diseases. Cord blood is... |
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Definition of Umbilical Hernia In InfantsAn umbilical hernia is the protrusion of abdominal contents through the abdominal wall at the umbilicus, the defect in the abdominal wall and protruding intestine being covered with skin and subcutaneous tissue.An i... |
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