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Paris (medical term)

Paris (pronunciation: /ˈpærɪs/) is a term used in the field of medicine to refer to a specific type of bandage used in orthopedics and trauma care. It is also known as a Paris splint or Plaster of Paris due to its primary component, gypsum.

Etymology

The term "Paris" in this context originates from the city of Paris, France, where gypsum was extensively mined and used to create plaster in the early 18th century. The term "Plaster of Paris" was coined to refer to this specific type of plaster.

Usage

In medicine, Paris is used to create rigid support for broken or fractured bones. The plaster is mixed with water to form a paste, which is then applied to the affected area and allowed to harden. This provides a stable and supportive structure that aids in the healing process.

Related Terms

  • Orthopedics: The branch of medicine dealing with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.
  • Trauma: A type of damage to the body.
  • Gypsum: A soft sulfate mineral composed of calcium sulfate dihydrate, used in making plaster.
  • Bandage: A piece of material used either to support a medical device such as a dressing or splint, or on its own to provide support to or to restrict the movement of a part of the body.

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