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transection /tran·sec·tion/ (tran-sek´shun) a cross section; division by cutting transversely.
tran·sec·tion (trn-skshn)
n.
1. A cross section along a long axis.
2. Division by cutting across.

transection.
transection [tran-sek´shun]
a cross section; division by cutting transversely.

transection
a cross-section; division by cutting transversely.


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The following is the experimental protocol used in these experiments: 1) Following transection (0 time) head and tail portions were exposed to 8, 16 or 72Hz nanopulse for one hour twice a day.
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Excessive stretching or even transection (cutting) of the spinal cord can result if a child is involved in a head-on crash while in a forward facing car seat.
 
 
 
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