Serpentine
Serpentine
Serpentine (/sɜːrˈpɛntaɪn/) is a term often used in the medical field to describe a winding or snake-like pattern. The term is derived from the Latin word "serpentinus", which means "of a serpent".
Etymology
The term "serpentine" is derived from the Latin word "serpentinus", which means "of a serpent". The term was first used in the English language in the 15th century and has been used in the medical field to describe a winding or snake-like pattern.
Related Terms
- Serpentine fibula: A rare congenital condition characterized by a winding or snake-like fibula.
- Serpentine syndrome: A rare genetic disorder characterized by a serpentine-like pattern in the skin.
- Serpentine aneurysm: A type of aneurysm that has a winding or snake-like shape.
- Serpentine tract: A term used in surgery to describe a winding or snake-like tract.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Serpentine
- Wikipedia's article - Serpentine
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