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hepatolenticular(dictionary)
hepatolenticular degeneration(medicine)
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orbicularis(dictionary)
orbicularis(medicine)
sign of the orbicularis(medicine)
orbicularis phenomenon(medicine)
orbicularis muscle(medicine)

orbicularis oris (medicine) and hepatolenticular disease (medicine)


orbicularis oris (medicine)


orbicularis oris
<anatomy, muscle> Origin, by nasolabial band from septum of the nose, by superior incisive bundle from incisor fossa of maxilla, by inferior incisive bundle from lower jaw each side of symphysis; insertion, fibres surround mouth between skin and mucous membrane of lips and cheeks, and are blended with Other muscles; action, closes lips; nerve supply, facial.

Synonym: musculus orbicularis oris, musculus sphincter oris, orbicular muscle of mouth, sphincter oris.


hepatolenticular disease (medicine)


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Wilson's disease
<gastroenterology, neurology> An inherited (autosomal recessive) disorder where there is excessive quantities of copper in the tissues, particularly the liver and central nervous system. Wilson's disease causes the body to absorb and retain copper. The copper deposits in the liver, brain, kidneys and eyes. Complications include dementia and liver failure.

Symptoms include jaundice, vomiting, tremors, weakness and slow stiff movements. Blood tests show serum ceruloplasmin is low. Medications are given to remove the excess copper from the body. Even with life-long treatment, disabling (and life-threatening) side effects are common.

Inheritance: autosomal recessive.