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Weakness of the womb from overdistention, as in dropsy, twins, etc., is not without its influence.

From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry

This lesion, from the frequent overdistention of the left ventricle, is one which often causes pain.

From Disturbances of the Heart by Osborne, Oliver T. (Oliver Thomas)

Wunschheim reports the case of a man of fifty-two who for six months presented symptoms of gastric derangement, and who finally sustained spontaneous rupture of the posterior border of the stomach due to overdistention.

From Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine by Pyle, Walter L. (Walter Lytle)

In a certain number of these cases, there is some emphysema present, that is, overdistention of the lungs, such as is seen in high-chested people.

From Health Through Will Power by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)

The oiled hand introduced through the rectum may feel the bladder beneath and detect any overdistention, swelling, tenderness, or stone.

From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.