Category: M

Study of the physical appearance and characteristics of microscopic objects.  

Device for measuring the angles of the anterior chamber of the eye. It is used in studying glaucoma.  

Abnormal smallness of the external genitalia.  

Unusual smallness of the stomach.  

Union of male and female cells in certain lower forms.  

A method of repairing joint cartilage in which small holes are drilled into the bones surrounding the joint to stimulate the growth of replacement cartilage. Recovery and rehabilitation from the surgery are protracted.  

A small defect in the formation of the orbicularis oris muscle without a corresponding cleft in the palate.  

An incomplete or minor expression of a trait or illness.  

A film containing a greatly reduced photoimage of printed or graphic matter. In certain instances, a compact film format is employed for the purpose of efficient space utilization in record-keeping tasks. This miniature film, often recorded on 35 mm photographic film, offers a convenient solution for storing information while minimizing the physical footprint required.  

A sheet of microfilm that enables a large number of library data and medical records to be stored in a small space.