Category: P

A developmental malformation of the brain in which the gyri form with abnormally small convolutions. It often results from chromosomal deletions, e.g., from chromosome 22.  

Bacterial infections caused by two or more different microorganisms.  

A synthetic polymer used in the fabrication of dialysis membranes with high biocompatibility.  

A vesicle made artificially of linked, helix-shaped proteins.  

Having the characteristics of a polymer.  

The condition of having more than normal number of parts.  

Condition resulting from breathing fumes produced by certain polymers when they are heated to 300° to 700°C or higher. Symptoms include a tight gripping sensation of the chest associated with shivering, sore throat, fever, and weakness. Treatment consists of discontinuance of exposure to fumes.  

A congenital abnormality in which there are supernumerary limbs.  

A polypeptide in which two lysine molecules are joined.  

Infection with two or more microorganisms.