Gutter

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Gutter (Medical Term)

Gutter (pronunciation: /ˈɡʌtər/) is a term used in medical parlance to refer to a groove or channel-like structure in the body.

Etymology

The term 'gutter' is derived from the Old French word 'goutiere' and the Latin word 'gutta', both of which mean 'a drop'.

Definition

In the context of medicine, a gutter is a depression or a hollow space in the body that resembles a channel or a groove. It is often used to describe certain anatomical structures, such as the paracolic gutter, which is a space located near the colon in the abdominal cavity.

Related Terms

  • Paracolic Gutter: A space located near the colon in the abdominal cavity. It is divided into right and left paracolic gutters. These spaces are significant as they can act as pathways for the spread of infections or fluids in the abdomen.
  • Gutter Splint: A type of splint used to immobilize and support an injured limb, particularly a finger or the forearm.

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