Tympany
Tympany
Tympany (pronounced: /ˈtɪmpəni/) is a medical term that refers to a hollow drum-like sound that is produced when a gas-filled cavity within the body is tapped upon. This term is often used in the field of medicine and healthcare, particularly in the areas of gastroenterology and physical examination.
Etymology
The term 'tympany' is derived from the Greek word 'tympanon', which means 'a drum'. This is in reference to the drum-like sound that is produced when a gas-filled cavity within the body is tapped upon.
Related Terms
- Percussion (medicine): A method used in physical examination to assess the underlying structures of the body by tapping on the surface.
- Auscultation: The process of listening to sounds from the heart, lungs, or other organs, typically using a stethoscope.
- Abdominal distension: A condition in which the abdomen feels full and tight, often due to the buildup of gas.
- Borborygmus: The rumbling or gurgling noise made by the movement of fluid and gas in the intestines.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tympany
- Wikipedia's article - Tympany
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