Marginal

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Marginal

Marginal (pronunciation: /ˈmɑːrdʒɪnəl/) is a term often used in various fields of medicine to describe something that is situated at the margin or border of a structure. The term has its roots in the Latin word "margo" which means edge or border.

Usage in Medicine

In medicine, the term marginal is used in various contexts. For example, in anatomy, a marginal structure is one that is located at the edge or border of an organ or tissue. In pathology, a marginal cell is a cell that is located at the periphery of a lesion or tumor. In surgery, a marginal resection is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a tumor along with a narrow margin of normal tissue.

Related Terms

  • Marginal artery: An artery that runs along the inner border of the colon.
  • Marginal zone: A region of the spleen that separates the white pulp from the red pulp.
  • Marginal mandibular nerve: A branch of the facial nerve that supplies the muscles of the lower lip and chin.

See Also

References

  • Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary (32nd Edition)
  • Stedman's Medical Dictionary (28th Edition)

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