Category: A
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Viscous fermentation
Production of gelatinous material by different forms of bacilli.
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Autolytic fermentation
Disintegration of tissues after death due to enzymes present in the tissues.
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Amylolytic fermentation
Hydrolysis of starch with the formation of sugar mixtures.
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Alcoholic fermentation
Production of ethyl alcohol from carbohydrates, usually through the action of yeasts.
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Artificial feeding
Providing a liquid food preparation through a tube passed into the stomach, duodenum, jejunum, or rarely, the rectum or intravenously. This is also done through gastrostomy or duodenostomy. The process of delivering nutrients in a manner other than orally typically involves a tube inserted through the nose into the stomach or small intestine. If artificial…
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Artificial fecundation
Impregnation by mechanical injection of the seminal fluid into the uterus.
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Acute fatigue
Fatigue with sudden onset such as occurs following excessive exertion. It is relieved by rest.
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Aponeurotic fascia
A tendinous fascia that provides attachment for a muscle.
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Anal fascia
A fascia of connective tissue covering the levator ani muscle from the perineal aspect.
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Adult failure to thrive
A progressive functional deterioration of a physical and cognitive nature; the individual’s ability to live with multisystem diseases, cope with ensuing problems, and manage his or her care are remarkably diminished.