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edema  

Definition

  • Edema is an increase in interstitial fluid in any organs and used to be called dropsy or hydropsy. It generally manifests itself in a swelling of the feet and the ankles, but can occur in any organ or tissue in the body. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; Edema]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-RL5215FS-B

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