Isthmic is an adjective that means relating to, or taking place in an isthmus. An isthmus is a narrow passage connecting two cavities, or a narrow structure connecting two larger parts.
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DiaphoresisDiaphoresis
Diaphoresis is the medical term that describes excessive sweating due to an underlying health condition or a medication. Diaphoresis is different from normal sweating such as sweating from exercise. It
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Tubal ReversalTubal Reversal
Tubal reversal - short for tubal sterilization reversal or tubal ligation reversal - is a surgical procedure that restores fertility to women after a tubal ligation. By rejoining the separated
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Dilation and CurettageDilation and Curettage
Dilation and curettage (D&C) or sometimes spelled as dilatation and curettage, refers to the dilation (widening/opening) of the cervix and surgical removal of part of the lining of the uterus
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