Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

One of the two upward projecting processes that articulate with the sacrum.  

The cornea and sclera, constituting the tunica fibrosa or fibrous coat of the eye.  

Deflexion of the mandible toward the opposite side when the cornea is irritated while the mouth is open and relaxed.  

Adhesion of the eyelid to the cornea.  

In diagnosing rabies, the immunofluorescent staining of material obtained from the corneas of patients suspected of having the disease. The rabies virus may be seen in the stained material.  

The operative removal of a plug or wedge of tissue (e.g., with a hollow surgical instrument). To remove the central membranes, seeds, and other unwanted parts from apples, pears, and other fruits, the fruit is typically quartered and the core is cut out. Alternatively, a special corer tool can be used on the whole fruit…

A fundamental idea that unites individuals and defines the efforts and goals of the institution for which they work. In health care, core values include devotion and service to others, lifelong learning, and a dedication to ongoing quality improvement.  

Partial congenital obliteration of the pupil by outgrowths from the iris that form a partial gridlike covering over the pupil.  

Any operation for forming an artificial pupil.  

The muscles of the pelvis, abdomen, and trunk, including for example, the abdominal recti, the latissimus dorsi, and the intercostal muscles.