NEET MDS Shorts
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PhysiologySclera icterus occurs when serum bilirubin levels are at least 51 ?mol/L (3.0 mg/dL), indicating jaundice.
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Community DentistryStandard deviation is a statistical measure that quantifies the amount of variation or dispersion in a set of values. It is not a measure of central tendency or correlation.
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Radiology
Objects which cause attenuation of X-ray beam are shown as radiopaque in an
image.
Radiopaque materials absorb or block X-rays, leading to a reduced transmission
of the X-ray beam. This results in the appearance of white areas or shadows on
the X-ray image, indicating the presence of dense structures like bone, metal
restorations, or calculi. Radiolucent structures, on the other hand, allow
X-rays to pass through more freely, resulting in dark areas on the image.
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ProsthodonticsThe choice of major connector is most influenced by the location and number of denture bases. The connector must adequately join and support all components of the partial denture. The design depends primarily on where the edentulous areas are located and how many denture bases need to be connected and supported.
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PedodonticsInjuries to primary teeth are most common in children aged 1.5 to 2.5 years, as this is a developmental stage where children are learning to walk and explore their environment, leading to a higher risk of falls and accidents.
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Oral Surgery
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ProsthodonticsThe effect of saliva on denture prognosis affects denture retention.
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Oral PathologyThe Argyll Robertson pupil is a specific type of neurosyphilis symptom. It is characterized by pupils that constrict when a person focuses on a near object (accommodation reflex intact) but do not constrict in response to bright light (light reflex absent). This condition is strongly associated with late-stage or tertiary syphilis affecting the central nervous system.
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Pathology
Extensive cellulitis is most accurately described by the term "phlegmon Phlegm is a thick, viscous substance produced by the respiratory tract,
especially during a respiratory infection, which can be coughed up from the
lungs or expelled from the nose. It is primarily composed of mucus, dead cells,
and other substances. Phlegmon is a term that is closely related to extensive cellulitis. It refers
to a severe form of cellulitis where the infection has spread deeply into the
subcutaneous tissues and is accompanied by significant inflammation, including
the presence of pus and necrosis. Phlegmon is characterized by intense pain,
swelling, redness, and warmth in the affected area. This condition often
requires aggressive medical management, including intravenous antibiotics and
surgical drainage if an abscess forms. It is an advanced and severe stage of
cellulitis that can lead to systemic infection if not treated properly.
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Physiology
The pancreas contains several types of cells, including alpha cells that secrete glucagon, beta cells that produce insulin, and delta cells that secrete somatostatin. Each type has a specific function in regulating metabolism and digestion.