Proximate
Proximate
Proximate (/prɒksɪmət/), derived from the Latin word 'proximus' meaning 'nearest', is a term used in various fields of medicine. It is often used to describe something that is closest to a certain point of reference, such as a disease or condition.
Usage in Medicine
In the field of Anatomy, the term 'proximate' is used to describe the position of a structure in relation to the center of the body. For example, the proximate end of the Femur is the end that is closest to the body's center.
In Pathology, 'proximate cause' refers to the immediate cause of a disease or condition, as opposed to the underlying or root cause. For example, a proximate cause of Pneumonia could be a bacterial infection, while the underlying cause could be a weakened immune system.
Related Terms
- Distal: The opposite of proximate, distal refers to a position further from the center of the body.
- Etiology: The study of the causes or origins of diseases, which often involves identifying both proximate and underlying causes.
- Proximal: A synonym for proximate, often used in the same contexts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Proximate
- Wikipedia's article - Proximate
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