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The Pineal Gland
A slipped capital femoral epiphysis is a separation of the ball of the hip joint from the thigh bone (femur) at the upper growing end (growth plate) of the bone.
Alternative Names
Femoral epiphysis - slipped
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
A slipped capital femoral epiphysis may affect both hips.
An epiphysis is an area at the end of a
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Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Femoral epiphysis is a secondary bone-forming center of the femur, separated from the main part of the bone by cartilage during the period of bone... Read more »
Endocrine glands
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Salivary Gland Disorders
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention You can lower your risk of viral infections of the salivary glands by being immunized against mumps and influenza. Although there are no... Read more »
Bartholin's Gland Cyst
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Pituitary Gland
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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