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• Eric M. Genden
  ...ad and neck surgeon]] known for his significant contributions to the field of [[medicine]]. ...rse name 'Eiríkr', which is formed from the elements 'ei', meaning 'ever', and 'ríkr', meaning 'ruler'. The surname 'Genden' does not have a known etymol
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• Head
  == Head == ...not have a head, but many [[bilaterally symmetrical]] forms do, regardless of size.
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• Branchial arch
  ...natomical structure found in the embryonic development of both vertebrates and invertebrates. ...structures form the gills in fish and analogous structures in the embryos of other animals.
  2 KB (267 words) - 22:53, 8 February 2024
• Pharyngeal arch
  ...ˈrɪndʒiːəl ɑːrtʃ/) is a fundamental structure in the embryonic development of complex vertebrates, including humans. ...ryngeal Arch" is derived from the Greek words "pharynx" which means throat and "arch" which means a curved structure.
  1 KB (214 words) - 17:38, 9 February 2024
• Branchial
  ...d [[embryology]] to refer to structures related to or resembling the gills of a fish. ...biology]] to describe structures that are related to or resemble the gills of a fish.
  2 KB (240 words) - 16:46, 5 February 2024
• Asymmetrical tonic neck reflex
  ...ng reflex" because of the characteristic position of the infant's arms and head, which resembles a classical fencer. ...the sustained muscle contraction, "Neck" indicates the body part involved, and "Reflex" denotes the automatic response to a stimulus.
  2 KB (217 words) - 19:35, 12 February 2024
• Anterior cardinal vein
  ...''' (pronounced: an-TEER-ee-or KAR-din-al vayn) is a significant component of the embryonic cardiovascular system in vertebrates. ...ns 'before' or 'in front of', 'Cardinal' refers to 'principal' or 'chief', and 'Vein' is derived from the Latin word 'Vena' which means 'blood vessel'.
  1 KB (191 words) - 21:57, 11 February 2024
• Everett E. Vokes
  .... Ultmann Professor of Medicine and Radiation Oncology at the [[University of Chicago]]. ...for Edward, an English name meaning "wealthy guardian". Vokes is a surname of Welsh origin.
  1 KB (202 words) - 19:20, 11 February 2024
• Anterior jugular vein
  ...-or ju-gu-lar vein'') is a significant vein in the human body that is part of the [[Jugular Veins|jugular vein]] system. ...meaning 'before' or 'in front of', and 'jugulum' which means 'throat' or 'neck'. The term 'vein' is derived from the Latin word 'vena', which means 'blood
  2 KB (302 words) - 21:53, 11 February 2024
• Acephaly
  ...s a rare congenital condition where a fetus or an infant is born without a head. The condition is usually associated with [[anencephaly]], a severe neural ...g "head". It is used in medical terminology to describe the absence of the head.
  1 KB (165 words) - 04:11, 5 February 2024
• Iniencephaly
  ...term is derived from the Greek words 'inion' meaning the back of the head, and 'encephalon' meaning brain. ...and the scalp is directly connected to the skin of the back. Usually, the neck is absent.
  2 KB (273 words) - 02:41, 7 February 2024
• Brain fag syndrome
  ...information, headaches, and a sensation of burning or pain in the head and neck. The term "brain fag" is derived from the phrase "brain fatigue." ...brain fag" was first used in the late 19th century to describe a condition of mental fatigue in American students. The term was later adopted in Africa t
  2 KB (290 words) - 19:21, 11 February 2024
• Tummy time
  ...part of a baby's development and is recommended by the [[American Academy of Pediatrics]]. ...abies on their stomachs during awake periods to promote muscle development and strength.
  2 KB (268 words) - 05:51, 8 February 2024
• Blake Papsin
  ...s made significant contributions to the development of surgical techniques and protocols for pediatric cochlear implantation. The name "Blake" is of Old English origin, meaning "black" or "pale". The surname "Papsin" does no
  2 KB (200 words) - 21:43, 8 February 2024
• First arch syndrome
  ...haracterized by a range of malformations that can affect the ear, jaw, and neck. ...ise to various parts of the head and neck. The "first" refers to the first of these arches, which is affected in this syndrome.
  2 KB (238 words) - 22:08, 11 February 2024
• Focal dystonia
  ...s in a specific part of the body causing involuntary muscular contractions and abnormal postures. ...term "Focal dystonia" is derived from the Greek words "dys" meaning "bad" and "tonos" meaning "tension". The prefix "focal" refers to the condition being
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• Infectious causes of cancer
  ==Infectious Causes of Cancer== ...he Latin words 'infectio' meaning 'to infect' and 'causa' meaning 'cause', and the Greek word 'karkinos' meaning 'crab' or 'cancer'.
  2 KB (288 words) - 06:34, 12 February 2024
• Brain aneurysm
  ...rain aneurysm include head injury, high blood pressure, infection, tumors, and certain genetic disorders. ...eye, dilated pupils, vision changes, and numbness or weakness on one side of the face.
  2 KB (260 words) - 23:05, 8 February 2024
• Klippel-Feil syndrome
  ...vertebrae]]. It is named after the two French physicians, Maurice Klippel and André Feil, who first described this condition in 1912. ..."syndrome" comes from the Greek word "syndromē," which means "concurrence of symptoms," or "running together."
  2 KB (266 words) - 06:16, 11 February 2024
• William J. Binder
  ...l plastic surgery]]. He is best known for his pioneering work in the field of [[Botox]] therapy. ...a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'supplanter'. "Binder" is a common surname of German origin, meaning 'cooper or barrel maker'.
  2 KB (275 words) - 19:26, 11 February 2024

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