Sacculation
Sacculation
Sacculation (/sækjʊˈleɪʃən/), derived from the Latin word "saccus" meaning bag, is a medical term referring to the formation or presence of small pouches or sacs in a hollow organ or structure, particularly in the gastrointestinal tract.
Etymology
The term "sacculation" is derived from the Latin word "saccus" which means bag. It is used in medical terminology to describe the formation of small pouches or sacs in a hollow organ or structure.
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as /sækjʊˈleɪʃən/.
Related Terms
- Diverticulosis: A condition characterized by the presence of multiple small pouches (diverticula) in the wall of the colon.
- Haustra: Sacculations in the colon that give it a puckered appearance.
- Rugae: Folds or wrinkles found in the stomach and other organs, similar to sacculation.
- Plicae circularis: Circular folds in the small intestine, also a form of sacculation.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sacculation
- Wikipedia's article - Sacculation
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