Congenital Defects Vocabulary Flashcards
1
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Hypoplastic
A
Incomplete or underdevelopment of a tissue or organ.
2
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Infundibular
A
a funnel-shaped cavity or organ.
3
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http://www.chw.org/medical-care/herma-heart-center/for-medical-professionals/pediatric-heart-surgery/tetralogy-of-fallot/
A
http://www.chw.org/medical-care/herma-heart-center/for-medical-professionals/pediatric-heart-surgery/tetralogy-of-fallot/
4
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Palliation or palliative procedure
A
Temporary fix or a problem
5
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Edematous
A
Swelling is the enlargement of organs, skin, or other body parts. It is caused by a buildup of fluid in the tissues.