Vegetation
Vegetation (Medicine)
Vegetation (pronounced: /ˌvɛdʒɪˈteɪʃən/) is a term used in medicine to refer to an abnormal growth of tissue around a valve in the heart or on endocardium.
Etymology
The term "vegetation" in this context is derived from the Latin word 'vegetare' meaning 'to grow'. It was first used in medical terminology in the 19th century.
Definition
In medicine, vegetation is an abnormal growth of tissue around a valve in the heart or on the endocardium. It is often associated with infective endocarditis, a serious infection of the inner lining of the heart.
Related Terms
- Endocardium: The innermost layer of tissue that lines the cavities of the heart.
- Infective Endocarditis: An infection of the inner lining of the heart's chambers and valves.
- Valve: A device for controlling the passage of fluid or air through a pipe, duct, etc.
- Heart: The organ in your chest that sends the blood around your body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vegetation
- Wikipedia's article - Vegetation
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