solution

solution definition - medical

so·lu·tion (sə-lo͞oˈshən)

noun Abbr. sol., soln.
  1. A homogeneous mixture of two or more substances, which may be solids, liquids, gases, or a combination of these.
  2. The state of being dissolved.
  3. In pharmacology, a liquid preparation containing a solute, especially an aqueous solution of a nonvolatile substance.
  4. Termination of a disease by a crisis.
  5. A break, cut, or laceration of the solid tissues.

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