Wide
Wide
Wide (pronounced: /waɪd/) is an adjective used in various medical contexts to describe an object or condition that is broader in size or scope than usual. The term originates from the Old English word "wīd", which has the same meaning.
Etymology
The term "wide" comes from the Old English "wīd", which is akin to the Old High German "wīt" meaning wide and the Old Norse "víðr" meaning wide or far. It has been used in the English language since before the 12th century.
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, "wide" is often used to describe conditions or objects that are broader or larger than usual. For example, a wide complex tachycardia is a type of tachycardia where the QRS complex is wider than normal on an EKG. Similarly, a wide pulse pressure refers to a larger than normal difference between the systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
Related Terms
- Wide complex tachycardia: A type of tachycardia where the QRS complex is wider than normal.
- Wide pulse pressure: A larger than normal difference between the systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
- Wide QRS complex: A QRS complex that is wider than normal on an EKG, often indicating a ventricular origin of the rhythm.
- Wide field imaging: A technique in ophthalmology that allows visualization of the peripheral retina.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wide
- Wikipedia's article - Wide
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