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Circuit (Medicine)
Circuit (pronounced: /ˈsɜːr.kɪt/) is a term used in various contexts within the field of medicine.
Etymology
The term "circuit" originates from the Latin word circuĭtus, which means a going around. In the context of medicine, it often refers to the path or journey that a certain process takes within the body.
Definition
In medicine, a circuit can refer to:
- The complete path that an electric current travels along, such as in Electrocardiography where it refers to the electrical conduction system of the heart.
- In Respiratory Therapy, it refers to the system of tubes and chambers used in mechanical ventilation.
- In Cardiovascular System, it refers to the path that blood takes as it circulates through the body.
Related Terms
- Electrocardiography: A method used to record the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time.
- Respiratory Therapy: A specialized healthcare profession that involves the treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.
- Cardiovascular System: The organ system that circulates blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to the tissues and removing waste products.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Circuit
- Wikipedia's article - Circuit
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