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  2. Catheter ablation - Wikipedia

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    Catheter ablation is a procedure that uses radio-frequency energy or other sources to terminate or modify a faulty electrical pathway from sections of the heart of those who are prone to developing cardiac arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter and Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome.

  3. Ablation - Wikipedia

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    Ablation near the electrode in a flashtube.The high-energy electrical arc slowly erodes the glass, leaving a frosted appearance. Ablation (Latin: ablatio – removal) is the removal or destruction of something from an object by vaporization, chipping, erosive processes, or by other means.

  4. Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride - Wikipedia

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    In the process, chlorine gas is decomposed into free radical chlorine which is then reacted with PVC in a post-production step, essentially replacing a portion of the hydrogen in the PVC with chlorine. Depending on the method, a varying amount of chlorine is introduced into the polymer allowing for a measured way to fine-tune the final properties.

  5. Vinyl chloride - Wikipedia

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    It is an important industrial chemical chiefly used to produce the polymer polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Vinyl chloride is a colourless flammable gas that has a sweet odor and is carcinogenic . Vinyl chloride monomer is among the top twenty largest petrochemicals ( petroleum -derived chemicals) in world production. [ 2 ]

  6. Outline of exercise - Wikipedia

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    The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to exercise: Exercise – any bodily activity that enhances or log physical fitness and overall health and wellness. It is performed for various reasons including strengthening muscles and the cardiovascular system , honing athletic skills, weight loss or maintenance, as well ...

  7. Premature ventricular contraction - Wikipedia

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    A premature ventricular contraction (PVC) is a common event where the heartbeat is initiated by Purkinje fibers in the ventricles rather than by the sinoatrial node. PVCs may cause no symptoms or may be perceived as a "skipped beat" or felt as palpitations in the chest.

  8. Template:Strength training exercises - Wikipedia

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    To change this template's initial visibility, the |state= parameter may be used: {{Strength training exercises | state = collapsed}} will show the template collapsed, i.e. hidden apart from its title bar. {{Strength training exercises | state = expanded}} will show the template expanded, i.e. fully visible.

  9. List of medical abbreviations: P - Wikipedia

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    percutaneous umbilical blood sample PUD: peptic ulcer disease: PUO: pyrexia of unknown origin: PUVA: psoralen UV A (photochemical ultraviolet light A waves) p.v. per vagina (as noun: vaginal examination with manual examination and speculum inspection) PV polycythemia vera PVC (VPC) premature ventricular contraction: PVD: peripheral vascular ...