Jugular
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Jugular
Jugular (/ˈdʒʌɡjʊlər/), derived from the Latin word jugulum which means throat, is a term often used in the medical field to refer to the jugular veins in the neck that carry deoxygenated blood from the head back to the heart.
Etymology
The term "jugular" originates from the Latin jugulum, meaning throat or neck. It is related to the Latin word jugum, which means yoke, suggesting the connection between the head and the body.
Related Terms
- Jugular Vein: The jugular veins are the primary veins that carry deoxygenated blood from the head and neck back to the heart.
- Jugular Foramen: The jugular foramen is a large aperture in the base of the skull that allows passage of the internal jugular vein.
- Jugular Notch: The jugular notch is a large, visible dip in between the neck and the collarbone. It is also known as the suprasternal notch.
- Jugular Venous Pressure: Jugular venous pressure (JVP) is the indirectly observed pressure over the venous system via visualization of the internal jugular vein.
- Jugular Venous Distension: Jugular venous distension (JVD) is a sign of increased central venous pressure.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Jugular
- Wikipedia's article - Jugular
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