Cairo
Cairo (medical term)
Cairo (pronounced: /ˈkaɪroʊ/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in relation to the Cairo-Bishop classification of Hodgkin's lymphoma. The term originates from the city of Cairo, Egypt, where the classification system was first proposed.
Etymology
The term "Cairo" in the medical context is derived from the city of Cairo, Egypt. The Cairo-Bishop classification was first proposed at a conference held in Cairo, hence the name. The term does not have any specific etymology related to its medical usage, as it is a geographical reference.
Related Terms
- Cairo-Bishop classification: A system used to classify Hodgkin's lymphoma based on the microscopic appearance of the cancer cells. It was first proposed in Cairo, Egypt.
- Hodgkin's lymphoma: A type of cancer that originates from a specific type of white blood cells called lymphocytes.
- Lymphocyte: A type of white blood cell that is part of the immune system. There are two main types of lymphocytes: B cells and T cells.
- Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
- Pathology: The scientific study of diseases. It involves examining the causes, processes, development, and consequences of diseases.
- Histology: The study of the microscopic structure of tissues.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cairo
- Wikipedia's article - Cairo
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