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Relating to salt. In medicine, saline is a salt solution that is adjusted to the normal salinity of the human body. Certain concentrations of both sodium and chloride in the blood are essential for normal body functions. Saline solutions are commonly used in medicine as fluid replacements to treat or prevent dehydration.
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saline
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A saline solution, especially one that is isotonic with blood and is used in medicine and surgery.
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saline solution
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a solution containing sodium chloride. shock - a dangerous reduction of blood flow throughout the body. sigmoidoscopy - examination of the rectum and sigmoid colon with a small, flexible tube with a light and a camera lens at the end (endoscope). spinal anesthetic - an anesthetic which is injected into the spinal canal fluid for surgery in the lower abdomen, pelvis, rectum, or other lower extremities. splenectomy - surgical removal of the spleen. ...
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saline
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A mixture of water and a little salt. Very similar to ocean water and can be safely absorbed by the body.
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saline
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A solution comprised primarily of salt water.
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