Entirety

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Entirety (en-ti-re-ty)

Entirety is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe the whole or total of something. It is often used to refer to the complete structure or function of a particular organ or system in the body.

Etymology

The term "entirety" originates from the Middle English word "entirete", which is derived from the Old French "entierete". It is ultimately rooted in the Latin "integritas", meaning "wholeness" or "completeness".

Usage in Medicine

In medicine, "entirety" is often used to describe the full extent of a disease or condition, or the complete structure or function of a particular organ or system. For example, a doctor might say that a patient's liver has been affected in its entirety by a disease, meaning that the whole organ is involved.

Related Terms

  • Totality: This term is often used interchangeably with "entirety" in medical contexts. It also refers to the whole or complete structure or function of a particular organ or system.
  • Completeness: This term is similar to "entirety" and "totality", but it often has a slightly different connotation. While "entirety" and "totality" refer to the whole of something, "completeness" often refers to the state of being complete or finished.
  • Wholeness: This term is also similar to "entirety", but it often has a more holistic connotation. In medicine, "wholeness" often refers to the health and well-being of the entire body, rather than just one particular organ or system.

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