Definition Varicose veins are rope-like veins that typically form on the legs. These veins are usually the result of a weak vein valve that is allowing blood to collect in the vein. It can very noticeable due to their blue or purple color and their bulging from the skin. There …
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Esophageal Atresia – Description, Causes, and Complications.
Description Esophageal atresia (EA) is a rare birth defect in which a baby is born without part of the esophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach). Instead of forming a tube between the mouth and the stomach, the esophagus grows in two separate segments that do not …
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