Mini

Mini

Mini (pronounced: /ˈmɪni/) is a prefix in the English language, derived from the Latin word 'minus' meaning 'less', and by extension 'small' or 'minor'. It is used to denote a smaller version of something.

Medical Usage

In the medical field, the term 'mini' is often used to describe procedures, devices, or systems that are smaller or less invasive than traditional methods. Some examples include:

• Mini-laparotomy: A less invasive form of laparotomy, which involves a smaller incision and typically results in a shorter recovery time.
• Mini-gastric bypass: A type of weight loss surgery that is less invasive than a traditional gastric bypass.
• Mini-mental state examination (MMSE): A commonly used test for cognitive function and mental status.

Related Terms

• Micro: A prefix meaning one millionth, often used in the medical and scientific fields to denote very small measurements.
• Nano: A prefix meaning one billionth, used in the medical and scientific fields to denote extremely small measurements.
• Pico: A prefix meaning one trillionth, used in the medical and scientific fields to denote incredibly small measurements.

See Also

• Medical terminology
• Medical abbreviations
• List of medical roots, suffixes and prefixes

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Mini
• Wikipedia's article - Mini

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