Category: P
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Prosthokeratoplasty
Surgical replacement of diseased or scarred corneal tissue with a transparent prosthesis.
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Prosthodontist
A dentist who specializes in the mechanics of making and fitting artificial teeth, dental appliances, and other prostheses that replace structures of the maxillofacial region. A dental professional who possesses specialized expertise in the restoration of dental functionality following surgical procedures and the creation of dental prostheses.
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Prosthetosclerokeratoplasty
The surgical procedure for replacement of diseased scleral and corneal tissue with a transparent prosthesis.
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Prosthetic control system
A mechanical system of cables and attachments that, used with a harness, permits the wearer of a prosthetic device to perform desired movements, such as grasping objects.
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Porcine valvular prosthesis
A biological prosthesis made from the heart valve of a pig, used to replace a diseased cardiac valve.
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Prostatovesiculitis
Inflammation of the seminal vesicles and prostate gland. Inflammation affecting both the prostate gland and the seminal vesicles simultaneously.
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Prostatovesiculectomy
Removal of the prostate gland and seminal vesicles. Surgical removal of both the prostate gland and the seminal vesicles.
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Prostatomyomectomy
Surgical excision of a prostatic myoma.
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Prostatomy
Incision into the prostate. Surgical cutting into a prostate gland.
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Prostatolithotomy
Incision of the prostate in order to remove a calculus.