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Hepaticotomy
An incision into the hepatic duct.
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Hepaticolithotomy
The surgical removal of gallstones from the hepatic duct.
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Hepaticogastrostomy
An operation to create a passage between the hepatic duct and the stomach. The surgical joining of the hepatic duct and the jejunum.
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Hepaticoenterostomy
An operation to create an artificial opening between the hepatic duct and intestine.
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Heparinize
To inhibit blood coagulation with heparin. A substance that prevents or treats blood clots. Heparinoids have a lower risk for bleeding and thrombocytopenia than heparin.
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Low molecular weight heparin
The most bioavailable fraction of heparin; it has a more precise anticoagulant effect than unfractionated heparins. It is used to prevent and treat deep venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and acute coronary syndromes.
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Heparin lock
A device attached to an intravenous catheter to prevent it from clotting. It is used for intermittent administration of fluids or medication.
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Hepadnavirus
Hepatitis DNA virus. The hepatitis DNA virus that infects humans is hepatitis B.
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Hepacivirus
A family of flaviviruses that includes both the hepatitis C and hepatitis G viruses.
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Hensen’s stripe
A dark band on the undersurface of the tectorial membrane of the inner ear.
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