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Stapedioplasty
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StapedioplastyReplacement of the stapes with other materials (wire, bone, plastic).
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Stapes
A small bone of the middle ear. Also called the stirrup.
Bone
Bone refers either to a hardened connective tissue or to one of the individual structures, or organs, into which it is formed, found in many animals. Bones support body structures, protect internal organs, and (in conjunction with muscles) facilitate movement; are also involved with cell formation, calcium metabolism, and mineral storage. The bones of an animal are, collectively, known as the skeleton.
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Stapedectomy
Surgical removal of the stapes.
Stapes
A small bone of the middle ear. Also called the stirrup.
Staphcillin
Staphcillin is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): methicillin sodium.
Staphylococcus
Spherical gram-positive parasitic bacteria that tend to form irregular colonies; some cause boils or septicemia or infections.
Staphyloma
An abnormal bulging of the cornea or sclera. It is usually a congenital problem.
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Spina bifida
A birth defect caused by imperfect closure of part of the spinal column, exposing some of the nervous system.
Spirochete
Spiral-shaped bacteria.
Spondylitis
Inflammation of the vertebrae.
Spur
A projecting body. For example, from a bone.
Stapedectomy
Surgical removal of the stapes.
Stapedioplasty
Stapes
A small bone of the middle ear. Also called the stirrup.
Sterile
1. Free from living microorganisms. 2. Unable to have children.
Stevens-Johnson reaction
An inflammatory disease characterized by rapid attack of fever, skin blisters and sores on the lips, eyes, mouth, nasal passage and genitals.
Stridor
A harsh or squeaky sound in breathing, often associated with a blocked larynx.
Stye
Infection of one of the sebaceous glands of the edge of the eyelid.
RELATED TERMS--------------------------------------
Stapes
A small bone of the middle ear. Also called the stirrup.
Bone
Bone refers either to a hardened connective tissue or to one of the individual structures, or organs, into which it is formed, found in many animals. Bones support body structures, protect internal organs, and (in conjunction with muscles) facilitate movement; are also involved with cell formation, calcium metabolism, and mineral storage. The bones of an animal are, collectively, known as the skeleton.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Stapedectomy
Surgical removal of the stapes.
Stapes
A small bone of the middle ear. Also called the stirrup.
Staphcillin
Staphcillin is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): methicillin sodium.
Staphylococcus
Spherical gram-positive parasitic bacteria that tend to form irregular colonies; some cause boils or septicemia or infections.
Staphyloma
An abnormal bulging of the cornea or sclera. It is usually a congenital problem.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Spina bifida
A birth defect caused by imperfect closure of part of the spinal column, exposing some of the nervous system.
Spirochete
Spiral-shaped bacteria.
Spondylitis
Inflammation of the vertebrae.
Spur
A projecting body. For example, from a bone.
Stapedectomy
Surgical removal of the stapes.
Stapedioplasty
Stapes
A small bone of the middle ear. Also called the stirrup.
Sterile
1. Free from living microorganisms. 2. Unable to have children.
Stevens-Johnson reaction
An inflammatory disease characterized by rapid attack of fever, skin blisters and sores on the lips, eyes, mouth, nasal passage and genitals.
Stridor
A harsh or squeaky sound in breathing, often associated with a blocked larynx.
Stye
Infection of one of the sebaceous glands of the edge of the eyelid.
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