Category: S
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Schick’s teat
A test that assesses resistance to diphtheria by injecting the diphtheria germ toxin into the deeper layers of the skin.
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Scheuermann’s disease
Inflammation of the growth regions in the vertebrae, referred to as osteochondritis.
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Schaefer’s method
A technique of artificial breathing where the individual is positioned face down on a solid surface, and periodic pressure is applied to the lower chest area.
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Scarfskin
The outer layer or protective covering, specifically of the nail.
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Scapulovertebral
Related to the shoulder blade and the spinal bones.
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Scapulothoracic
Related to the shoulder blade and the chest region.
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Scapulopexy
Surgical procedure to anchor the shoulder blade to the ribs.
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Scapulalgia
Discomfort in the region of the shoulder blade.
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Scaphocephalus
A skull that resembles the shape of a boat.
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Scalenus anterior syndrome
Discomfort, loss of sensation, and arm weakness resulting from the brachial plexus (a group of nerves in the neck) being compressed by the border of the scalenus anterior muscle.