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Fusion imaging
Any combination of radiological technologies for generating images of body structures. Some examples of fusion imaging are positron emission tomography-computed tomographic (PET-CT) scanning, in which the molecular data derived from a PET scan are combined with high-resolution anatomical data from a CT scan; CT- magnetic resonance fusion imaging; and single photon emissions computed tomographic (SPECT)…
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Nuclear fusion
Joining of the nucleus of small atoms to form larger atoms. It occurs when temperatures reach millions of degrees. An example is the nuclear reaction joining hydrogen together to form helium and resulting in the significant release of energy.
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Diaphyseal-epiphyseal fusion
Surgical obliteration of the epiphyseal line of a bone so that the epiphysis and diaphysis are joined.
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Fusimotor
To the motor innervation of the intrafusal muscle fibers originating in the gamma efferent neurons of the ventral horns of the spinal cord.
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Fuscin
A brown pigment, a melanin, present in the outermost layer (pigmented epithelium) of the retina.
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Fusariosis
Infection or intoxication by species of the genus Fusarium. It typically affects immunocompromised patients.
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Furunculous
To or of the nature of a furuncle or boil.
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Furunculoid
Resembling a furuncle or boil.
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Gluteal furrow
The vertical groove on the skin between the buttocks.
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Digital furrow
Any of several transverse lines on the palmar surface of the fingers across the joints.
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