Crow
Crow (medical)
Crow (/kroʊ/), in the medical context, is a term often used to describe a specific anatomical feature or a particular symptom in certain medical conditions. The term is derived from the Old English crāwe, which is of Germanic origin; related to Dutch kraai and German Krähe.
Anatomy
In the field of anatomy, the term "crow" is sometimes used to describe a structure that resembles the beak of a crow. For example, the crow's foot, also known as the crow's beak, is a term used to describe the appearance of certain ligaments or tendons that branch out like the foot of a crow.
Medical Conditions
In the context of medical conditions, "crow" is often used as a metaphor to describe certain symptoms or appearances. For instance, in dermatology, crow's feet is a common term used to describe the fine lines and wrinkles that appear around the eyes as a result of aging or sun damage.
In orthopedics, crow's foot is a term used to describe a type of bursitis that affects the heel, causing pain and inflammation. The condition is so named because the inflamed bursa resembles the foot of a crow.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Crow
- Wikipedia's article - Crow
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