Berm
Berm
Berm (/bɜːrm/), derived from the Dutch term 'berm', is a term used in various fields of study, including medicine. In the medical context, it refers to a flat strip of land, raised bank, or terrace bordering a river or canal.
Etymology
The term 'berm' originates from the Middle Dutch word 'berm', which refers to a bank or edge of a water body. The term was later adopted into English in the 18th century and has since been used in various contexts, including medicine.
Medical Usage
In the field of medicine, a berm is often used to describe a raised area or ridge in anatomical structures or in surgical procedures. For example, in orthopedic surgery, a berm may refer to a raised area of bone or tissue that is left in place during a surgical procedure to provide support or stability.
Related Terms
- Anatomy: The branch of biology concerned with the study of the structure of organisms and their parts.
- Orthopedic Surgery: The branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.
- Surgical Procedure: A method or practice of performing surgery.
See Also
- Bank (geography): In geography, a bank is the land alongside or sloping down to a river or lake.
- Terrace (geology): In geology, a terrace is a step-like landform.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Berm
- Wikipedia's article - Berm
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