Gander
Gander
Gander (/ˈɡændər/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in the area of gastroenterology. It is derived from the Old English word 'gandra', which refers to a male goose. In the medical context, however, it is used metaphorically to refer to a quick look or glance, often in the context of a preliminary examination or assessment.
Etymology
The term 'gander' is derived from the Old English 'gandra', which refers to a male goose. The term was later used metaphorically in the English language to refer to a quick look or glance, based on the perceived behavior of geese quickly looking around their surroundings. This usage was then adopted in the medical field to refer to a preliminary examination or assessment.
Usage in Medicine
In the medical field, 'gander' is often used in the context of a quick preliminary examination or assessment. For example, a doctor might take a 'gander' at a patient's symptoms before making a diagnosis. This usage is particularly common in the field of gastroenterology, where doctors often need to make quick assessments based on a patient's reported symptoms.
Related Terms
- Gastroenterology: The branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders.
- Preliminary examination: An initial examination to determine the nature of an illness or injury.
- Diagnosis: The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gander
- Wikipedia's article - Gander
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