| artificial liver |
A biomechanical device typically combining a system of filters to remove toxins from the blood with hepatic cells or tissue. It is designed to support patients with hepatic failure temporarily until a donor liver becomes availab
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| artificial menopause |
Menopause occurring subsequent to surgical removal of ovaries, x-ray irradiation, or radium implantation into the uterus. SYN: surgical medicine .
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| artificial palate |
A prosthetic device molded to fill a cleft in the palate.
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| artificial rupture of membranes |
ABBR: AROM. Amniotomy..
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| artificial saliva |
An aqueous solution or gel that is useful in treating excessive dryness of the mouth (xerostomia). SYN: saliva substitute.
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