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gamma benzene hexachloride (medicine)


gamma benzene hexachloride
<chemical> One of the purified isomers of hexachlorobenzene which is used as a scabicide and pediculicide applied topically to the skin in various lotions, creams, and shampoos; gamma benzene hexachloride can be absorbed through the skin. Resembles DDT in its actions but is less persistent.

Incorrect name for 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachlorocyclohexane (lindane).

Synonym: hexachlorocyclohexane.

Acronym: GBH


ligamentum talonaviculare (medicine)


ligamentum talonaviculare -->
dorsal talonavicular ligament
<anatomy> The broad band that passes from the dorsal side of the neck of the talus to the dorsal surface of the navicular bone.

Synonym: ligamentum talonaviculare, talonavicular ligament.