Crater
Crater (medical term)
Crater (/ˈkreɪtər/; from the Greek kratēr, meaning "mixing bowl") is a term used in various medical contexts, often to describe a depression or hollow formation in the body or on the surface of an organ.
Etymology
The term crater is derived from the Greek word kratēr, which was a type of large bowl used for mixing wine and water in ancient Greece. In a medical context, the term is used metaphorically to describe a hollow or depression that resembles a bowl in shape.
Usage in Medicine
In Dermatology, a crater often refers to a depression in the skin, such as that caused by certain types of lesions or scarring.
In Neurology, the term crater can refer to a depression in the brain tissue, such as that seen in certain types of stroke or brain injury.
In Gastroenterology, a crater may refer to a depression in the lining of the stomach or intestine, such as that caused by a peptic ulcer.
Related Terms
- Crateriform: Having the shape or form of a crater.
- Craterization: The process of forming a crater or depression.
- Crater-like: Resembling a crater in appearance or shape.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Crater
- Wikipedia's article - Crater
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