Umbrella
Umbrella (medical)
Umbrella (pronounced: /ʌmˈbrɛlə/) is a term used in various medical contexts. The term is derived from the Latin umbra, meaning "shade" or "shadow".
Anatomy
In anatomy, an umbrella refers to any structure that spreads out like an umbrella. For example, the umbrella cells in the urinary system, which have a unique, umbrella-like shape when viewed under a microscope.
Medical Devices
In the field of medical devices, an umbrella can refer to a type of intravascular umbrella, a device used to catch and remove clots or other debris from the bloodstream.
Pathology
In pathology, the term umbrella is used to describe the appearance of certain cells or tissues. For example, umbrella cells in the urinary bladder, which have a characteristic umbrella-like appearance.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Umbrella
- Wikipedia's article - Umbrella
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