Underdeveloped
Underdeveloped
Underdeveloped (pronunciation: /ˌʌndərdɪˈvɛləpt/) is a term used in the medical field to describe a condition, organ, or part of the body that has not fully grown or matured to its expected size or function. The term is often used in relation to growth and developmental disorders.
Etymology
The term "underdeveloped" is derived from the prefix "under-", meaning "below" or "less than", and "developed", which refers to something that has grown or matured. It was first used in the medical context in the late 19th century.
Related Terms
- Developmental disorder: A group of conditions due to an impairment in physical, learning, language, or behavior areas. These conditions begin during the developmental period, may impact day-to-day functioning, and usually last throughout a person’s lifetime.
- Growth disorder: A condition that prevents a child from attaining their expected height or developmental milestones at the expected time.
- Congenital disorder: A condition that is present at birth. It can result in the underdevelopment of certain organs or body parts.
- Hypoplasia: A condition where an organ or tissue is underdeveloped. It is similar to aplasia, but less severe.
- Aplasia: A condition where an organ or tissue is not developed at all.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Underdeveloped
- Wikipedia's article - Underdeveloped
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