Heading
Heading
Heading (pronunciation: /ˈhɛdɪŋ/), from the Old English hēafod, is a term used in various fields of medicine. It refers to the title or topic that is being discussed or studied. In medical literature, a heading often refers to the main topic or subject of a medical article, research paper, or clinical study.
Etymology
The term "heading" originates from the Old English word hēafod, which means "top" or "summit". Over time, the term evolved to refer to the title or topic of a document or section of text.
Related Terms
- Subheading: A secondary heading that further divides the main topic into smaller sections.
- Title: The name of a book, article, or other work.
- Topic: The subject of a discussion or work.
- Header: In computing, a unit of information that precedes a data object.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, a heading is often used to organize information in medical literature, such as research papers, clinical studies, and medical textbooks. It helps readers quickly identify the main topics and subtopics of a document. For example, in a medical research paper on Cardiology, the headings might include "Introduction", "Methods", "Results", and "Conclusion".
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Heading
- Wikipedia's article - Heading
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