Double outlet right ventricle
DORV; Taussig-Bing anomaly; DORV with doubly-committed VSD; DORV with noncommitted VSD; DORV with subaortic VSD Double outlet right ventricle (DORV) is a congenital heart disease in which the aorta rises from the right ventricle (the chamber of ... [... more]
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Based on FDA and CDC's ongoing investigation of the Salmonella outbreak, consumers are advised: No association has been found with major national brand name jars of peanut butter sold in grocery stores. Do not eat peanut-containing products on ... [... more]
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Takayasu arteritis
Takayasu arteritis is an inflammation of the aorta -- the artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body -- and its major branches. The cause of Takayasu arteritis is unknown. The disease occurs mainly in children and women ... [... more]
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Congenital heart defect corrective surgery
Congenital heart surgery; Patent ductus arteriosus ligation; Hypoplastic left heart repair; Tetralogy of Fallot repair; Coarctation of the aorta repair; Heart surgery for children; Atrial septal defect repair; Ventricular septal defect repair; ... [... more]
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Tarantula spider
This article describes the effects of a tarantula spider bite. The venom of tarantulas found in the United States is not considered dangerous but may cause allergic reactions. Tarantulas are found across the southern and southwestern regions of ... [... more]
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Infant test/procedure preparation
Test/procedure preparation - infant; Preparing infant for test/procedure For older children, research has shown that preparation may reduce crying or resistance of the procedure. Prepared children report less pain and show less distress. Proper ... [... more]
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In vitro fertilization (IVF)
IVF; Assisted reproductive technology; ART; Test-tube baby procedure In vitro fertilization (IVF) is the joining of a woman's egg and a man's sperm in a laboratory dish. In vitro means "outside the body." Fertilization means the sperm has ... [... more]
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Tdap vaccine
The Tdap vaccine protects against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (whooping cough). All of these are serious, potentially deadly illnesses caused by bacteria. For information on these diseases and their treatment, see the specific ... [... more]
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Widely spaced teeth
Widely spaced teeth can be a temporary condition related to normal growth and the development of adult teeth. Wide spacing can also occur as a result of several diseases or continued growth of the jawbone. Ask your dentist if braces can help if ... [... more]
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Thiazide overdose
Thiazide is an ingredient found in certain medications used to treat high blood pressure. Thiazide overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medication. Thiazide is a type ... [... more]
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CO2 test - serum
Bicarbonate test; HCO3-; Carbon dioxide test; TCO2; Total CO2 CO2 is carbon dioxide. A serum CO2 test measures the amount of carbon dioxide in the liquid part of your blood. In the body, most of the CO2 is in the form of a substance called ... [... more]
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Broken or knocked out tooth
A permanent tooth that is knocked out can sometimes be reimplanted. In most cases, only permanent, adult teeth are reimplanted into the mouth. Baby teeth are usually left out. Immediately contact your dentist when a tooth is broken or knocked ... [... more]
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