Cor bovinum
Cor Bovinum
Cor Bovinum (/kɔːr boʊˈviːnʊm/), also known as Bovine Heart, is a term used in medicine to describe a condition where the human heart is enlarged and hardened, resembling that of a cow's heart. The term is derived from the Latin words "cor" meaning heart, and "bovinum" meaning of the cow.
Etymology
The term "Cor Bovinum" is derived from Latin. "Cor" translates to "heart" in English, and "Bovinum" translates to "of the cow". This term is used to describe a heart that has become enlarged and hardened, similar to the heart of a cow.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Cor Bovinum may include shortness of breath, fatigue, swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet, and rapid or irregular heartbeat.
Causes
Cor Bovinum is typically caused by chronic hypertension or ischemic heart disease. Other potential causes include valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathy, and congenital heart defects.
Treatment
Treatment for Cor Bovinum typically involves managing the underlying condition that caused the heart to enlarge. This may include medication to lower blood pressure, surgery to repair or replace damaged heart valves, or lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise.
Related Terms
- Cardiomegaly: An abnormal enlargement of the heart.
- Hypertension: A condition characterized by high blood pressure.
- Ischemic Heart Disease: A disease characterized by reduced blood supply to the heart.
- Valvular Heart Disease: A disease that affects the valves of the heart.
- Cardiomyopathy: A disease of the heart muscle that makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body.
- Congenital Heart Defects: Defects in the structure of the heart and great vessels that are present at birth.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cor bovinum
- Wikipedia's article - Cor bovinum
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