Turbulence

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Turbulence

Turbulence (/ˈtɜːrbjʊləns/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe a state of disorder or irregularity in the flow of fluids, such as blood or air, within the body.

Etymology

The term 'turbulence' originates from the Latin word 'turbulentus', which means 'disorderly'. It was first used in the English language in the 16th century to describe a state of confusion or disorder.

In Medicine

In the field of Cardiology, turbulence refers to the irregular flow of blood in the heart or blood vessels, which can be a sign of various cardiovascular diseases such as Atherosclerosis or Heart Valve Disease.

In Pulmonology, turbulence is used to describe the irregular flow of air in the respiratory tract, which can occur in conditions such as Asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Related Terms

  • Laminar Flow: The opposite of turbulence, laminar flow refers to the smooth, regular flow of fluids.
  • Reynolds Number: A dimensionless number used in fluid dynamics to predict the onset of turbulence.
  • Hemodynamics: The study of blood flow in the cardiovascular system, including the factors that influence turbulence.
  • Spirometry: A diagnostic test used in pulmonology to measure air flow and detect turbulence in the respiratory tract.

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