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Imponderable
Incapable of being weighed or measured.
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Implicit association test
A test used to assess the attitudes or biases of the subject toward particular words or ideas. The examiner presents the subject with two words (e.g., the names of two different medical treatments) and two concepts (e.g., “safe” and “hazardous”). The subject is asked to choose which of the concepts best matches the offered words.…
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Transkaryotic implantation
The insertion into a cell nucleus of genetic information not normally present in the cell’s DNA. This technique is used, e.g., to treat genetic illnesses in which a protein is absent or inadequately expressed by the cells of the patient.
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Teratic implantation
The union of an abnormal fetus with a nearly normal fetus.
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Hypodermic implantation
The introduction of an implant under the skin; usually a solid substance placed by forcing a small amount out of a hypodermic needle.
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Implantable collamer lens
An artificial lens that can be inserted between the cornea and a patient’s own lens, used to correct severe nearsightedness.
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Transosteal implant
A rarely used type of dental prosthesis that completely penetrates the mandible. Its use is complicated by infection and a high rate of implant failure.
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Intracavitary implant
The insertion of an applicator containing a radioactive source directly into a hollow organ to deliver a high radiation dose to the organ while sparing the surrounding tissues.
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Interstitial implant
The insertion of an applicator containing a radioactive source directly into a tumor to deliver a high radiation dose while sparing the surrounding tissues.
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Endosteal implant
A dental prosthesis that is partially submerged and anchored within the bone. The blade form and the cylinder form are the two types of endosteal implants used. The cylinder form, which is most common, consists of a screw, a small titanium cylinder, and an abutment surgically inserted into the bone. The blade form consists of…
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