Category: S
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Subcarbonate
A basic carbonate; one having a proportion of carbonic acid radical less than the normal carbonate.
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Subcalcarine
Below the calcarine sulcus of the brain.
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Subatomic
Less than the size of an atom. Subatomic particles, including electrons, protons, and neutrons, which are smaller in size than atoms.
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Stylopharyngeus
The muscle connecting the styloid process and the pharynx that elevates and dilates the pharynx.
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Stylomastoid
Concerning the styloid and mastoid processes of the temporal bone. Relating to both the styloid and mastoid processes, which are extensions of the temporal bone.
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Stylomandibular
Concerning the styloid process of the temporal bone and mandible.
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Stylohyoideus
A muscle having its origin on the styloid process and its insertion on the hyoid bone. It draws the hyoid bone upward and backward.
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Stucco keratosis
Benign papules, typically found on the lower extremities, histologically related to seborrheic keratoses (which are also benign lesions).
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Stryker’s saw
An electric-powered oscillating saw that cuts through bone or dense tissue with minimal damage to the underlying soft tissues.
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Strychninism
Chronic strychnine poisoning.