Lobulation
Lobulation
Lobulation (pronunciation: /lɒbjʊˈleɪʃən/) is a term used in medical science to describe the condition or process where an organ or tissue develops lobules.
Etymology
The term "Lobulation" is derived from the Latin word "lobulus", which means a small lobe. The suffix "-ation" is added to denote the process or condition.
Definition
Lobulation refers to the formation or presence of lobules, which are small, clearly defined, functional units within an organ. This term is often used in radiology and pathology to describe the appearance of organs or tissues on imaging studies or under the microscope.
Related Terms
- Lobule: A small, well-defined, functional unit within an organ. Lobules are often separated from each other by a thin layer of connective tissue.
- Lobe: A larger, well-defined section of an organ. Organs like the liver and lungs are divided into lobes.
- Lobectomy: A surgical procedure to remove a lobe of an organ. This term is most commonly used to refer to the removal of a lobe of the lung.
- Lobular carcinoma: A type of breast cancer that begins in the lobules of the breast.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lobulation
- Wikipedia's article - Lobulation
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