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Classification of malocclusion
The designation by Edward H. Angle of the types of malocclusion based on the relative positions of the first molar in the two arches when in occlusion: Class I — normal anteroposterior relationship but with crowding and rotated teeth. Class II — the lower arch is distal to the upper arch on one or both…
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Mallory body
An inclusion body found in liver cells, especially in diseases caused by the excessive consumption of alcohol. Mallory bodies are composed of collections of intermediate filaments.
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Mallophaga
An order of insects that includes biting lice.
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Mallet
In dentistry, a hammer-like tool to condense direct filling gold.
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Malleotomy
Division of the malleus of the inner ear.
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Malleation
Spasmodic action of the hands in which they seem drawn to strike any near object, as spasmodic rapping against thighs or furniture.
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Mallampati classification
A four-point scale used to assess the relative ease of oral (endotracheal) intubation of a patient based on the size and position of the tongue relative to the size of the pharyngeal opening. The patient should be assessed in the sitting position, with the neck in neutral position, the mouth maximally opened, and the tongue…
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Malinger
To feign illness, usually to arouse sympathy, to escape work, or to continue to receive compensation.
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Malignant angioendotheliomatosis
Intravascular large cell lymphoma that is typically found in the blood vessels of the skin and central nervous system and is often rapidly fatal.
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Tooth malformation
Abnormalities of size and shape that usually occur during the morpho differentiation stage of tooth formation. Incomplete matrix formation or mineralization will also result in defective teeth that may or may not be abnormal in shape initially.
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