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A substance that counteracts fibrinolysis.  

A substance that blocks or modifies the action of estrogen.  

A misnomer for “antithrombotic,” as in “antiembolism stockings.”  

Something that opposes the action of a cytotoxin.  

The use of drugs (e.g., heparin, low-molecular-weight heparin, or warfarin) that inhibit or interrupt coagulation, inhibit or deactivate thrombin, prevent conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin, and inhibit blood clot formation. It is used to prevent or treat disorders, such as pulmonary embolism, that result from vascular thrombosis.  

Mental anguish caused by the impending loss of a body part, a function, or a loved one.  

To occur prior to the usual time of onset of a particular illness or disease, said of an event, sign, or symptom.  

A substance or action that interferes with the development of dental caries.  

A carefully fitted garment of material with calibrated stretch characteristics worn to provide uniform pressure over burn graft sites in order to reduce scarring during healing.  

The creation of antibodies that target specific antigens; used to treat immunological deficiencies, some cancers, and organ transplant rejection. The antibodies are given by injection.