Ischia
Ischia
Ischia (/ˈiskiə/; Italian pronunciation: [ˈiskja]) is a term with multiple meanings in the medical field. It is primarily known as a volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, located at the northern end of the Gulf of Naples, Italy. However, in the medical context, it refers to the ischium, the curved bone forming the base of each half of the pelvis.
Etymology
The term "Ischia" is derived from the Latin "ischium," which in turn originates from the Greek "isxion." The Greek term was used to describe the hip joint or the curved bone forming the base of each half of the pelvis.
Related Terms
- Pelvis: The large bony structure near the base of the spine to which the hind limbs or legs are attached in humans and many other vertebrates.
- Ischium: The curved bone forming the base of each half of the pelvis.
- Hip joint: The joint between the femur and the acetabulum of the pelvis.
- Femur: The bone of the thigh or upper hind limb, articulating at the hip and the knee.
- Acetabulum: The socket of the hipbone, into which the head of the femur fits.
Pronunciation
The term "Ischia" is pronounced as /ˈiskiə/ in English and [ˈiskja] in Italian.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ischia
- Wikipedia's article - Ischia
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