Cubital

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Cubital

Cubital (pronounced: /ˈkjuːbɪtəl/) is a term used in anatomy to refer to the region of the upper limb that corresponds to the elbow. It is derived from the Latin word cubitum, which means elbow.

Etymology

The term cubital is derived from the Latin word cubitum, which means elbow. The Latin word cubitum is also the root for the English word cubit, an ancient unit of measurement based on the length of the forearm.

Related Terms

  • Cubital Fossa: The triangular area on the anterior view of the elbow of a human or other hominid animal.
  • Cubital Tunnel: A passageway on the inner side of the elbow.
  • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: A condition that involves pressure or stretching of the ulnar nerve (also known as the "funny bone" nerve), which can cause numbness or tingling in the ring and small fingers, pain in the forearm, and/or weakness in the hand.
  • Cubital Node: A lymph node located in the cubital region, specifically in the depression in front of the elbow.

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