Boulevard
Boulevard
Boulevard (pronunciation: /ˈbʊləvɑːrd/) is a term that has been adopted into the medical field to describe a certain type of artery or vein structure. The term originates from the French word 'boulevard', which was historically used to describe a wide, tree-lined road.
Etymology
The term 'boulevard' is derived from the French word 'boulevard', which originally referred to a rampart or fortification. This term was later used to describe wide, tree-lined roads that were built on the site of former fortifications. The medical usage of the term 'boulevard' is metaphorical, referring to the wide, straight course that some arteries or veins may take.
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, a 'boulevard' refers to a wide, straight artery or vein. This term is often used in the context of vascular surgery or radiology to describe the course of a blood vessel. For example, a surgeon might refer to the 'boulevard' of the aorta when describing the course of this major artery.
Related Terms
- Artery: A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart.
- Vein: A blood vessel that carries blood towards the heart.
- Vascular Surgery: A surgical specialty that deals with diseases of the vascular system.
- Radiology: A medical specialty that uses imaging to diagnose and treat diseases.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Boulevard
- Wikipedia's article - Boulevard
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