Fusiform
Fusiform
Fusiform (pronunciation: /ˈfjuːzɪfɔːrm/) is a term used in various fields of study, including biology, medicine, and anatomy. It describes an elongated, spindle-like shape that is wide in the middle and tapers at both ends. The term is derived from the Latin words "fusus" meaning spindle and "forma" meaning shape.
Etymology
The term "fusiform" is derived from the Latin "fusus," which means spindle, and "forma," which means shape. This term is used to describe objects or organisms that have a spindle-like shape, being wider in the middle and tapering towards the ends.
In Medicine
In the field of medicine, the term "fusiform" is often used to describe certain types of aneurysms, known as fusiform aneurysms. These aneurysms bulge or balloon out on all sides of the blood vessel, creating a spindle-like shape.
In Biology
In biology, "fusiform" is used to describe the shape of various organisms or parts of organisms. For example, many types of bacteria and protozoa are fusiform in shape. Additionally, certain muscle fibers, known as fusiform muscle fibers, also have this characteristic shape.
Related Terms
- Fusiform aneurysm
- Fusiform bacteria
- Fusiform muscle fibers
- Fusiform face area - a part of the human visual system that, it is speculated, is specialized for facial recognition.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fusiform
- Wikipedia's article - Fusiform
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