Hammock
Hammock (medical term)
Hammock (pronounced: /ˈhæmək/) is a term used in the medical field to describe a structure in the body that supports or suspends an organ or a part of an organ, similar to how a hammock supports a person. The term is derived from the Spanish word 'hamaca', which means a bed made of netting or canvas that is suspended between two points.
Usage
The term 'hammock' is often used in the context of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. For example, the uterus is sometimes described as being supported in a hammock-like structure formed by the pelvic floor muscles. Similarly, the bladder is also supported by a hammock-like structure of muscles and ligaments in the pelvis.
Related Terms
- Pelvic floor: The group of muscles that form a hammock-like structure at the bottom of the pelvis, supporting organs such as the bladder and uterus.
- Uterus: A female reproductive organ that is supported by a hammock-like structure of muscles and ligaments in the pelvis.
- Bladder: A hollow organ in the lower abdomen that stores urine, supported by a hammock-like structure of muscles and ligaments in the pelvis.
Etymology
The term 'hammock' is derived from the Spanish word 'hamaca', which was borrowed from the Arawakan language spoken by the indigenous Taino people of the Caribbean. In its original context, 'hamaca' referred to a bed made of netting or canvas that is suspended between two points.
Pronunciation
The term 'hammock' is pronounced as /ˈhæmək/.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hammock
- Wikipedia's article - Hammock
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