Medical Conditions Terminology in Category O

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o-Aminobenzoic Acids

Benzoic acids which are substituted with an amino group in the C-2 position.

Obstetric Analgesia

The elimination of sensibility to pain, without the loss of consciousness, during labor, delivery, and possibly the postpartum period, usually through the administration of narcotic analgesics.

Obstetrical Analgesia

The elimination of sensibility to pain, without the loss of consciousness, during labor, delivery, and possibly the postpartum period, usually through the administration of narcotic analgesics.

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Ocadaic Acid

A specific inhibitor of phosphoserine/threonine protein phosphatase 1 and 2a. It is also a potent tumor promoter. (Thromb Res 1992;67(4):345-54 & Cancer Res 1993;53(2):239-41)

Occlusal Adjustment

Selective grinding of occlusal surfaces of the teeth in an effort to eliminate premature contacts and occlusal interferences; to establish optimal masticatory effectiveness, stable occlusal relationships, direction of main occlusal forces, and efficient multidirectional patterns, to improve functional relations and to induce physiologic stimulation of the masticatory system; to eliminate occlusal trauma; to eliminate abnormal muscle tension; to aid in the stabilization of orthodontic results; to treat peridontal and temporomandibular joint problems; and in restorative procedures. (From Jablonski, Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992)

Occupational Air Pollutants

Air pollutants found in the work area. They are usually produced by the specific nature of the occupation.

Octadecanoic Acids

A group of compounds that are derivatives of octadecanoic acid which is one of the most abundant fatty acids found in animal lipids. (Stedman, 25th ed)

Octadecenoic Acids

A group of fatty acids that contain 16 carbon atoms and a double bond at the omega 9 carbon.

Octyl Alcohols

Isomeric forms and derivatives of octanol (C8H17OH).

Octylic Alcohols

Isomeric forms and derivatives of octanol (C8H17OH).