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D and C is a procedure to scrape and collect the tissue (endometrium) from inside the uterus. Dilatation ("D") is a widening of the cervix to allow instruments into the uterus. Curettage ("C") is the scraping of the contents of the uterus.
Review Date: 6/6/2006

D and C is a procedure to scrape and collect the tissue (endometrium) from inside the uterus.Dilatation ("D") is a widening of the cervix to allow instruments into the uterus.Curettage ("C") is the scraping of the walls of the uterus.
Review Date: 6/26/2008

A Dacron graft is a synthetic (manmade) material used to replace normal body tissues. It is usually made in tubular form to replace or repair blood vessels. The graft causes very few reactions because it is chemically harmless and easily tolerated by the body.See also: Stent
Review Date: 7/25/2007

A Dacron graft is a synthetic (manmade) material used to replace normal body tissues. It is usually made in tubular form to replace or repair blood vessels. The graft causes very few reactions because it is chemically harmless and easily tolerated by the body. When used in blood vessels, the body eventually grows a new lining to the graft that mimics normal blood vessel linings.See also: Stent
Review Date: 8/11/2009

Dacryoadenitis is an inflammation of the tear-producing gland (lacrimal gland).
Review Date: 10/20/2006

Dacryoadenitis is an inflammation of the tear-producing gland (lacrimal gland).
Review Date: 8/22/2008

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