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abdominocentesis
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surgical puncture of the abdomen
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absorption
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the uptake from the intestine of fluids, solutes, proteins, fats, and other nutrients into the intestinal wall cells, blood, lymph, or body fluids
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achalasia
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decreased mobility of the lower two-thirds of the esophagus, along with constriction of the muscle between the esophagus and stomach, the lower esophageal sphincter (LES)
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adhesion
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union of two surfaces normally separate, and also any fibrous gland that connects them; surgery within the abdomen may result in adhesions from scar tissue
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alcoholism
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excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages, interfering with personal health and economy; an addiction. Although this disease affects the entire body, the liver is the organ most involved
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anabolism
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building up using nutrients (proteins) for growth and development
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anasarca
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generalized massive edema
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anastomosis
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surgical formation of a connection between two parts; ileorectal anastomosis connects the ileum and rectum after removal of the colon
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anorexia nervosa
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lack or loss of appetite for food; a psycho-physiologic condition characterized by symptoms of undernutrition
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anus
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opening of the rectum on the body surface
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