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absorbable /ab·sorb·able/ (-sorb´ah-b'l) capable of being absorbed. gelatin film, absorbable, a hemostatic. indications It is used to attain hemostasis during surgery, particularly neurologic, thoracic, and ophthalmic procedures. contraindications Infection or gross contamination of the surgical wound prohibits its use. adverse effects There are no known adverse effects. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Fifteen to 18 milligrams of iron per day is ideal for dancers, and
the most absorbable form is found in red meats, chicken, turkey, and
eggs. Eleven others were excluded because of confounding factors
(5 had been closed with both fibrin glue and a drain, 3 had been closed
with an absorbable hemostatic agent without a drain, 2 had received
fibrin glue and an absorbable hemostatic agent prior to closure, and 1
had been hospitalized for 30 days for medical problems not related to
his surgery). It therefore supplies up to
92% of the plants' health-promoting components in an easily
digested and absorbable form. |
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