Category: V
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Vagovagal
Concerning reflex activity mediated entirely through the vagus nerve (i.e., via efferent and afferent impulses transmitted through the vagus nerve).
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Vagotropism
Affinity for the vagus nerve, as a drug.
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Vagotonia
Hyperirritability of the parasympathetic nervous system.
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Vagomimetic
Resembling action caused by stimulation of the vagus nerve.
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Vagitus vaginalis
The cry of an infant with its head still in the vagina.
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Vagitus uterinus
The crying of a fetus while still in the uterus.
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Vaginoscope
An instrument for inspection of the vagina. This may be a speculum or an optical instrument. A device designed to inspect the vagina; a vaginal speculum.
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Vaginoperineotomy
Surgical incision of the vagina and perineum; usually done to facilitate childbirth.
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Vaginoperineorrhaphy
Repair of a laceration involving both the perineum and vagina.
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Vaginoperineoplasty
Plastic surgery involving the vagina and perineum.