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Achillodynia
Nondescript pain arising from the Achilles tendon.
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Achillobursitis
Inflammation of the bursae lying over the Achilles tendon.
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Achilles tendon reflex
Plantar flexion resulting from contraction of the calf muscles after a sharp blow to the Achilles tendon, activating the SI spinal reflex. The variations and their significance correspond closely to those of the knee jerk. It is exaggerated in upper motor neuron disease and diminished or absent in lower motor neuron disease. The calf muscles…
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Pelvirectal achalasia
Congenital absence of ganglion cells in the distal large bowel, resulting in failure of the colon to relax.
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Cricopharyngeal achalasia
Failure of the lower pharyngeal muscles to relax during swallowing. The condition may cause dysphagia or aspiration of food.
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Acetyltransferase
An enzyme that is effective in the transfer of an acetyl group from one compound to another.
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Acetyl L-carnitine
A dietary supplement (a form of L-carnitine) promoted for its positive effects on fat (especially triglyceride) metabolism and Alzheimer’s disease.
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Acetylene
A colorless explosive gas C2H2, with a garlic-like odor.
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Acetylcoline chloride
A salt solution of acetylcholine used in irrigation of the iris to produce contraction of the pupil after cataract surgery. The sterile solution is instilled in the anterior chamber of the eye before suturing.
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Acetylation
The introduction of one or more acetyl groups into an organic compound.
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