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Linear (Medicine)

Linear (pronounced: /ˈlɪn.i.ər/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe something that is arranged in or extending along a straight or nearly straight line. The term is derived from the Latin word "linearis," which means "pertaining to or resembling a line."

Usage in Medicine

In medicine, the term "linear" is often used to describe the shape, arrangement, or progression of certain symptoms, diseases, or anatomical structures. For example, a linear fracture is a type of bone fracture where the fracture line is straight or nearly straight. Similarly, linear growth refers to the increase in height of a child along a predictable and straight path.

Related Terms

  • Linear atrophy: A type of skin atrophy that follows a linear pattern.
  • Linear IgA disease: A rare autoimmune skin disease characterized by blistering lesions that appear in a linear arrangement.
  • Linear scleroderma: A form of scleroderma that affects a line of skin, often on the face or scalp.

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