Tin
Tin (Medicine)
Tin (pronounced: /tɪn/) is a chemical element with the symbol Sn (from Latin: stannum) and atomic number 50. In the field of medicine, tin and its compounds are used in a variety of applications.
Etymology
The word "tin" comes from the Old English word "tin," which is of Germanic origin. The Latin word for tin is "stannum," from which the chemical symbol Sn is derived.
Medical Uses
Tin, particularly in the form of stannous fluoride, is used in dentistry for the prevention of tooth decay. Stannous fluoride is a compound of tin and fluoride that is used in some types of toothpaste and mouthwash. It works by strengthening tooth enamel and making it more resistant to decay.
Tin is also used in the production of biodegradable stents. These stents are used in the treatment of coronary artery disease. They are designed to slowly dissolve in the body, reducing the risk of complications associated with permanent stents.
Related Terms
- Stannous chloride: A tin compound used in medical imaging.
- Organotin: A class of compounds that contain tin and are used in a variety of industrial and medical applications.
- Tin poisoning: A condition that can occur as a result of exposure to high levels of tin.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tin
- Wikipedia's article - Tin
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