Necklace
Necklace (Medicine)
Necklace (pronunciation: /ˈnɛklɪs/) is a term used in the medical field to describe certain anatomical and pathological features that resemble a necklace in their appearance or arrangement.
Etymology
The term 'necklace' is derived from the Old French 'colier', which means 'collar', and from the Latin 'collare', which also means 'collar'. In the medical context, it is used metaphorically to describe features that encircle or hang in a manner similar to a necklace.
Medical Usage
In medicine, the term 'necklace' is used in various contexts:
- Necklace of Venus: A term used in dermatology to describe a specific pattern of skin pigmentation that encircles the neck. It is often associated with certain skin conditions such as Acanthosis Nigricans.
- Necklace Fibroma: A type of fibroma that forms a ring around the neck, resembling a necklace.
- Necklace Lesion: A term used in radiology to describe a specific pattern of lesion distribution in the brain, particularly in cases of Multiple Sclerosis.
Related Terms
- Choker (medicine): A term used to describe a medical device or condition that tightly encircles the neck.
- Collar (medicine): A term used to describe a medical device or anatomical feature that encircles the neck.
- Torc (medicine): A term used to describe a medical device or condition that encircles the neck in a manner similar to a torc, an ancient form of jewelry.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Necklace
- Wikipedia's article - Necklace
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