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External

External (pronunciation: /ɪkˈstɜːrnl/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe something that is on the outside, or originates from outside, the body. The term is derived from the Latin word externus, meaning "outside".

Usage in Medicine

In medicine, the term "external" is used to describe a variety of conditions, treatments, and anatomical features. For example, an external wound is a wound that is visible on the surface of the body, while an external pacemaker is a device that is used to regulate the heart's rhythm from outside the body.

Related Terms

  • External fixation: A surgical treatment used to stabilize bone and soft tissues at a distance from the operative or injury focus.
  • External beam radiotherapy: A form of radiotherapy where the radiation is directed from outside the body.
  • External otitis: An infection of the outer ear canal, also known as swimmer's ear.
  • External respiration: The exchange of gas between the atmospheric air and the blood at the alveolar level.

Etymology

The term "external" comes from the Latin word externus, which means "outside". It is a combination of ex, meaning "out of", and -ternus, a suffix used to form adjectives of relation or pertaining to.

Pronunciation

The term "external" is pronounced as /ɪkˈstɜːrnl/.

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