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A uterine tumor containing decidual tissue, thought to arise from portions of decidua retained within the uterus following an abortion.  

The loss of the decidua during menstruation.  

To shed the decidua (lining) of the uterus.  

The endometrium during pregnancy except at the site of the implanted blastocyst.  

The layer of the uterine endometrium that is shed during menstruation.  

The part of the decidua that surrounds the chorionic sac.  

The part of the decidua that unites with the chorion to form the placenta. The segment of the uterine lining located directly beneath the implanted fertilized egg.  

Reduction in the amount of chlorides in the body by reduction of or withdrawal of salt in the diet.  

The rigid body position assumed by a patient who has lost cerebral control of spinal reflexes, usually as a result of an intracranial catastrophe. The patient’s arms are stiff and extended, the forearms are pronated, and the deep tendon reflexes exaggerated.  

Occurring every tenth year. Some booster vaccinations, e.g., against tetanus and diphtheria, were traditionally administered one decade after the prior dose.