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Today's Terms
Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
Definition:
A cleft is a separation in a body structure. Clefts that occur in the oral-facial region often involve the lip, the roof of the mouth (hard palate) or the soft tissue in the back of the mouth (soft palate).
Comparative negligence
Definition:
The doctrine of comparing degrees of fault among the responsible parties.
Duty of Care
Definition:
Once a doctor or health care professional agrees to diagnose or treat a patient, he or she has assumed a duty of care toward that patient.
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