Elongated
Elongated
Elongated (/ɪˈlɒŋɡeɪtɪd/), derived from the Latin word "elongatus", is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe a structure or part that is extended in length. It is often used to describe abnormal lengthening in body parts or organs, but can also refer to normal anatomical variations.
Etymology
The term "elongated" comes from the Latin "elongatus", which is the past participle of "elongare". "Elongare" is a compound of "e-" (out) and "longus" (long), thus the term literally means "made long".
Related Terms
- Elongation: The process or result of making something longer.
- Hypertrophy: The enlargement of an organ or tissue from the increase in size of its cells.
- Hyperplasia: The enlargement of an organ or tissue caused by an increase in the reproduction rate of its cells.
- Atrophy: The process of wasting away, typically due to the degeneration of cells.
- Dystrophy: A disorder in which an organ or tissue of the body wastes away.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, "elongated" is often used to describe a condition where a part of the body has become abnormally long. For example, an elongated uvula can cause snoring and other breathing problems during sleep. Similarly, an elongated colon can lead to chronic constipation and other digestive issues.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Elongated
- Wikipedia's article - Elongated
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