Question, is dilatation a real word, or should it be dilation, SM
Posted By: iheartjackbauer on 2006-02-09
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Subject: Question, is dilatation a real word, or should it be dilation, SM
I was told to change dilatation to dilation at one place, but something else at another. What is your opinion? TIA
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Subject: Thanks, one QA I had used to change dilatation to dilation, thanks for the input. nm
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Subject: Yes, dilatation is a word
From Dorland's:
dilatation (dil·a·ta·tion) (dil”ə-ta´shən) 1. the condition, as of an orifice or tubular structure, of being dilated or stretched beyond the normal dimensions. 2. dilation (def. 1).
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Subject: Is this a real word? sm
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Subject: My guess...get rid of the A and "No biliary ductal dilatation"...nm
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