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Aneurysm

An aneurysm is blood-filled bulging of a blood vessel. Aneuryms are caused by weakening…

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Cervical cytology

Cervical cytology, commonly known as a PAP smear, is a test in which a…

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Trisomy 18, also known as Edward’s syndrome, is a condition characterised by mental handicap…

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The last mentrual period (LMP) refers to the first day (onset of bleeding) of…

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