"Petrolatum" is a descriptor in the National Library of Medicine's controlled vocabulary thesaurus,
MeSH (Medical Subject Headings). Descriptors are arranged in a hierarchical structure,
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A colloidal system of semisolid hydrocarbons obtained from PETROLEUM. It is used as an ointment base, topical protectant, and lubricant.
| Descriptor ID |
D010577
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| MeSH Number(s) |
D02.455.699
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| Concept/Terms |
Petrolatum- Petrolatum
- Petrolatum, White
- White Petrolatum
- Paraffin Jelly
- Jelly, Paraffin
- Petroleum Jelly
- Jelly, Petroleum
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