Sinusoidal
Sinusoidal
Sinusoidal (pronunciation: /ˌsaɪnəˈsɔɪdəl/) is a term used in various fields of study including mathematics, physics, engineering, and medicine. It is derived from the Latin word "sinus" meaning "bay" or "curve" and the Greek suffix "-oid" meaning "like" or "resembling".
In the medical field, the term sinusoidal is often used to describe a waveform that describes many physical phenomena such as the oscillation of a pendulum, alternating current electricity, and light and sound waves. In medicine, it is used to describe the unique, open, porous vascular structure found in certain organs such as the liver, spleen, and bone marrow.
Medical Usage
In the context of medicine, sinusoidal refers to the unique structure of certain blood vessels in the liver, spleen, and bone marrow. These vessels, known as sinusoids, are smaller and more porous than other types of blood vessels, allowing for the easy exchange of materials between the blood and the surrounding tissues.
Sinusoids
Sinusoids are a type of small blood vessel found primarily in the liver, spleen, and bone marrow. They are characterized by their open, porous structure, which allows for the easy exchange of materials between the blood and the surrounding tissues.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sinusoidal
- Wikipedia's article - Sinusoidal
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