| oncology |
The field of medicine concerning the diagnosis, treatment and study of cancer.
Ãâó: www.sabin.org/vaccine_science_GlossaryO_P.htm
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| oncogene |
a type of gene. Normally inactive, when these genes are "turned on" (activated), they cause normal cells to change into cancer cells.
Ãâó: www.mesothelioma-settlement-information.org/Mesoth...
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| oncogenic |
participating in the development of a cancer.
Ãâó: www.genethon.fr/php/layout.php
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| onychocryptosis |
when a spike, shoulder or serrated edge of the nail pierces the epidermis of the sulcus and penetrates the dermal tissues.
Ãâó: www.health.qld.gov.au/diabetes_chd_resource/resour...
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| onychogryphosis |
abnormal elongation and twisting of the nails, giving a claw-like appearance.
Ãâó: www.health.qld.gov.au/diabetes_chd_resource/resour...
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