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pineal gland
or pineal body

Endocrine gland in the brain that produces melatonin. It is large in children and begins to shrink at puberty. The gland may play a significant role in sexual maturation, circadian rhythm and sleep induction, and seasonal affective disorder and depression. In animals it is known to play a major role in sexual development, hibernation, and seasonal breeding.

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Encyclopedia Britannica, 2008. Encyclopedia Britannica Online.
Abnormal Triangular Epiphysis Causing Angular Deformity of the Thumb
Apr 01, 2006; Purpose: To present a triangular-shaped abnormal secondary ossification center of the distal phalanx causing angular deformity of...
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Management outcome and the role of manipulation in slipped capital femoral epiphysis/ Authors' reply
Apr 01, 2008; To the Editor: We read with interest the article by Lim et al.1 The authors concluded that manipulation is not recommended in...
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Research by T. Scharschmidt and colleagues in slipped capital femoral epiphysis provides new insights.(Report)
Mar 25, 2009; Slipped capital femoral epiphysis is a poorly understood condition affecting adolescents. Prior studies have suggested that the...
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Studies from General Hospital, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery provide new data on slipped capital femoral epiphysis risk factors.
Jul 28, 2008; New investigation results, 'Review of the management outcome of slipped capital femoral epiphysis and the role of prophylactic...
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Slipped capital femoral epiphysis in identical twins: is there an HLA predisposition? Report of a case and review of the literature.(human leukocyte antigens )
Jan 01, 2006; Both endocrine and genetic factors have been suggested as the cause of slipping of the capital femoral epiphysis. In 1950, Harris...
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