Cylindrical
Cylindrical (Medicine)
Cylindrical (pronunciation: /sɪˈlɪndrɪkəl/) is a term often used in the field of medicine to describe the shape of certain structures or objects. The term originates from the Greek word "kylindros", which means "roller, cylinder".
Definition
In a medical context, cylindrical refers to anything that has the shape of a cylinder. A cylinder is a three-dimensional geometric shape, characterized by two parallel circular bases and a curved surface connecting the bases.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, the term cylindrical is often used to describe the shape of certain body parts or medical devices. For example, the arteries and veins in the human body are cylindrical in shape. Similarly, many medical devices such as syringes and certain types of catheters are also cylindrical.
Related Terms
- Cylindrical lens: A type of lens in optometry that has different optical power in one meridian than the other. It is used to correct astigmatism in the eye.
- Cylindrical cell: A type of cell in the body that has a cylindrical shape. These are often found in the epithelial tissue.
- Cylindrical bronchiectasis: A medical condition where the bronchi in the lungs are abnormally widened and cylindrical in shape.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cylindrical
- Wikipedia's article - Cylindrical
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