Intertubercular plane
Intertubercular Plane
The Intertubercular Plane (pronunciation: in-ter-tu-ber-cu-lar plane) is a significant anatomical term in the field of medicine.
Etymology
The term "Intertubercular" is derived from the Latin words "inter" meaning between, and "tuberculum" meaning small swelling or tubercle. The term "plane" is derived from the Latin "planus" meaning flat or level. Thus, the Intertubercular Plane refers to a flat or level area between two tubercles.
Definition
The Intertubercular Plane is an imaginary horizontal line in the human body that runs between the tubercles of the iliac crests. It is used as a reference point in physical examination and surgical procedures.
Related Terms
- Iliac Crest: The uppermost edge of the ilium, one of the three fused bones that make up the hip bone.
- Tubercle: A small, rounded prominence where connective tissues attach.
- Anatomical Plane: A hypothetical plane used to transect the human body, in order to describe the location of structures or movements.
- Physical Examination: The process by which a medical professional investigates the body of a patient for signs of disease.
- Surgical Procedures: The art and science of treating diseases, injuries, and deformities by operation and instrumentation.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Intertubercular plane
- Wikipedia's article - Intertubercular plane
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