Handle
Handle (medicine)
Handle (pronounced: /ˈhændl/) is a term used in various medical contexts, often referring to the part of a medical instrument that is designed to be held by the operator. The term originates from the Old English handlian, meaning "to touch or feel".
Etymology
The term "handle" comes from the Old English handlian, which means "to touch or feel". It has been used in the English language since the 10th century. In the context of medicine, it has been used to refer to the part of a medical instrument that is held by the operator since the 19th century.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, a handle can refer to several things:
- The part of a medical instrument that is designed to be held by the operator. This includes the handles of scalpels, forceps, and other surgical tools.
- In anatomy, it can refer to a part of the body that protrudes and can be grasped, such as the "handle" of the hip bone.
- In medical imaging, a "handle" can refer to a part of an image that can be manipulated to change the view of the image.
Related Terms
- Medical instrument: A tool or device designed for specific medical procedures.
- Scalpel: A small and extremely sharp bladed instrument used for surgery, anatomical dissection, and various arts and crafts.
- Forceps: A handheld, hinged instrument used for grasping and holding objects.
- Hip bone: A large flat bone formed by the fusion of the ilium, ischium, and pubis, located in the pelvic region of the human body.
- Medical imaging: The technique and process of creating visual representations of the interior of a body for clinical analysis and medical intervention.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Handle
- Wikipedia's article - Handle
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