MOLLITIES CEREBRI
\mˈɒlɪtiz səɹˈiːbɹi], \mˈɒlɪtiz səɹˈiːbɹi], \m_ˈɒ_l_ɪ_t_i_z s_ə_ɹ_ˈiː_b_ɹ_i]\
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Softetning or a kind of liquifaction of the cerebral substance; the remainder preserving its ordinary consistency. The ncurine often contains small clots of blood, giving rise to what has been termed Apoplexie capillaire. The symptoms denoting it are equivocal.
By Robley Dunglison
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beta Lactams
- Cyclic amides formed aminocarboxy acids by the elimination water. They isomeric with lactims, which are enol forms of lactams. (From Dorland, 27th ed)