Scutum
Scutum
Scutum (pronunciation: /ˈskjuːtəm/) is a term used in various fields of medicine. The word is derived from the Latin scutum, meaning "shield". In anatomy, it refers to a shield-like structure, particularly in the ear and the heart.
Etymology
The term Scutum is derived from Latin, where it was used to describe a type of shield used by Roman soldiers. In a medical context, it is used to describe structures that have a similar, shield-like shape.
In Anatomy
In Anatomy, the term Scutum is used to describe two different structures:
Scutum of the Ear
The Scutum of the Ear is a bony plate in the middle ear. It is part of the Tympanic part of the Temporal Bone, and serves to protect the structures of the middle ear.
Scutum of the Heart
The Scutum of the Heart is a ridge in the right atrium of the heart. It separates the Sinoatrial Node and the Atrioventricular Node, and is an important landmark in cardiac surgery.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Scutum
- Wikipedia's article - Scutum
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