Pulmonary bay
Pulmonary Bay
Pulmonary Bay (pronunciation: puhl-muh-ner-ee bay) is a term used in the field of medicine to describe a specific area within the lungs.
Etymology
The term "Pulmonary" is derived from the Latin word 'pulmonarius', meaning 'of the lungs'. The term "Bay" is used metaphorically to describe a recess or indentation formed by the lung structure.
Definition
A Pulmonary Bay is a small, recessed area in the lung, often where the bronchus branches off into smaller bronchioles. It is a term often used in radiology and pulmonology to describe specific areas of the lung on imaging or during procedures.
Related Terms
- Pulmonary: Pertaining to the lungs.
- Bronchus: A passage or airway in the respiratory system that conducts air into the lungs.
- Bronchioles: Tiny airways in the lungs that lead from the bronchi to the alveoli.
- Radiology: The science dealing with X-rays and other high-energy radiation, especially the use of such radiation for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Pulmonology: A medical specialty that deals with diseases involving the respiratory tract.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pulmonary bay
- Wikipedia's article - Pulmonary bay
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