parotideomasseteric fascia |
A dense membrane covering both the lateral and medial surfaces of the parotid gland, continuous anteriorly with the fascia covering the masseter muscle. See: parotid fascia, masseteric fascia. Synonym: fascia parotideomasseterica. (05 Mar 2000) |
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parotiditis |
Inflammation of the parotid gland. Synonym: parotitis. (05 Mar 2000) |
parotidoauricularis |
1. An occasional band of muscle fibres passing from the surface of the parotid gland to the auricle. 2. Relating to the parotid gland and the external ear. (05 Mar 2000) |
parotids |
Salivary glands situated in front of the ears. (12 Dec 1998) |
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parotidean
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parotidectomy
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Surgery to remove all or part of the parotid gland (a large salivary gland located in front of and just below the ear). In a radical parotidectomy, the entire gland is removed.
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parotid gland
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one of a pair of salivary glands located near the ear; on toads, the parotid glands are often prominent and located behind the eyes
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parotid gland
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a salivary gland that is situated on each side of the face below and in front of the ear.
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