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Acute appendicitis
A common presentation of appendiceal inflammation. Inflammation can result in infection, thrombosis, necrosis, and perforation or rupture of the intestine. Peritonitis (inflammation of the peritoneal cavity) may follow, as the contents of the lower gastrointestinal tract enter the abdominal cavity. Classic presentations, which occur about 60% of the time, include abdominal pain (initially diffuse, gradually…
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Appendicectasis
Dilatation of the vermiform appendix.
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Appendage of the skin
The nails, hair, and the sebaceous and sweat glands.
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Appendage of the fetus
The amnion, chorion, and umbilical cord.
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Appendage of the eye
The eyelid, eyelashes, eyebrow,, lacrimal apparatus, and conjunctive.
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Atrial appendage
A small muscular pouch attached to each atrium of the heart.
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Apparent
Obvious and easily seen; not disguised or hidden.
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Apovitellin
One of several components of the lipoprotein in egg yolks; a source of food allergies in susceptible individuals.
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Apotripsis
Removal of a corneal scar or opacity.
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Apothem
The brown precipitate that appears when vegetable decoctions or infusions are exposed to the air or are boiled a long time.