| pI | isoelectric point |
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| PIP | paralytic infantile paralysis; peak inflation pressure, peak inspiratory pressure; periodic interim ... |
| pIs | isoelectric point |
| POC | particulate organic carbon; point of care; postoperative care; probability of chance; product of con... |
| POE | pediatric orthopedic examination; physician order entry; point of entry; polyoxyethylene; postoperat... |
| Ludwig's angle | The angle between the manubrium and the body of the sternum at the manubriosternal junction. Marks the level of the second costal cartilage (rib) for counting ribs or intercostal spaces. Denotes level of aortic arch, bifurcation of trachea, and T4/T5 intervertebral disc. Synonym: angulus sterni, Louis' angle, Ludwig's angle, manubriosternal junction. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| lumbosacral angle | The angle between the long axis of the lumbar part of the vertebral column and that of the sacrum. (05 Mar 2000) |