Ballooning
Ballooning (medicine)
Ballooning (pronunciation: /bəˈluːnɪŋ/) is a medical term used to describe a specific condition or procedure in various fields of medicine.
Etymology
The term "ballooning" is derived from the word "balloon", which in turn comes from the French word "ballon", meaning a large ball. In a medical context, it is used to describe a condition or procedure that involves the expansion or swelling of a part of the body, similar to how a balloon expands when filled with air.
In Dermatology
In Dermatology, ballooning refers to the swelling of the cells, often seen in certain skin conditions such as Herpes simplex and Varicella zoster. It is a characteristic histopathological finding in these conditions.
In Cardiology
In Cardiology, the term is used to describe a procedure known as balloon angioplasty. This is a minimally invasive procedure that involves the insertion of a small balloon into a blocked or narrowed artery to help widen it and improve blood flow.
In Gastroenterology
In Gastroenterology, ballooning is a term used to describe a condition known as balloon dilation, where a balloon is used to widen a narrowed or blocked area in the gastrointestinal tract.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ballooning
- Wikipedia's article - Ballooning
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