cerclage
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Meaning
- noun The use of a wire loop to hold fragments of a fractured bone together; or to prevent dilation of the cervix in the case of incompetent cervix.
Similar words
cerement collar collascope crotchet dilation and curettage cringle cincture circlip cervix c-clamp
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wires wire is in wiring and for placement or
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