Inverted
Inverted
Inverted (/ɪnˈvɜːtɪd/), in the context of medicine, refers to a condition or state where something is turned upside down or inside out, or generally in the opposite direction to its usual orientation. The term is derived from the Latin invertō, which means "I turn upside down" or "I reverse".
Usage in Medical Terminology
In medical terminology, 'inverted' is often used to describe a variety of conditions or states across different fields. For example, in Cardiology, an Inverted T wave on an EKG might indicate a problem with the heart. In Pathology, an Inverted papilloma is a type of benign tumor that grows in the opposite direction of normal tissue growth.
Inverted T wave
An inverted T wave is a finding on an Electrocardiogram (EKG) where the T wave, which represents the repolarization of the ventricles, is in the opposite direction to the normal upright position. This can be indicative of various heart conditions such as Ischemia or Myocardial infarction.
Inverted Papilloma
An inverted papilloma is a type of benign tumor that originates in the mucous membranes of the nasal cavity and sinuses. Unlike normal papillomas, which grow outward, inverted papillomas grow inward into the underlying supportive tissue.
Related Terms
- Inversion (genetics): A type of chromosome rearrangement in which a segment of a chromosome is reversed end to end.
- Inverted nipple: A condition where the nipple, instead of pointing outward, is retracted into the breast.
- Inverted P wave: A finding on an EKG where the P wave, which represents the depolarization of the atria, is in the opposite direction to the normal upright position.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Inverted
- Wikipedia's article - Inverted
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