London
London (medical term)
London (pronunciation: /ˈlʌndən/) is not a medical term per se, but it is often associated with various medical terms and institutions due to its significance in the field of medicine. The city is home to some of the world's leading medical institutions and has made significant contributions to medical research and healthcare.
Etymology
The term "London" is derived from the Roman name for the city, Londinium. While it does not have a medical etymology, it is often used in conjunction with medical terms due to the city's prominence in the medical field.
Related Terms
- London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine: A world-leading centre for research and postgraduate education in public and global health.
- London Medical Papyrus: An ancient Egyptian papyrus that contains one of the earliest documented descriptions of medical knowledge.
- London Protocol (medicine): A protocol used in medicine to ensure the ethical use of placebo controls in clinical trials.
- London Measure of Unplanned Pregnancy: A psychometrically validated measure of pregnancy intention.
- London Dispensary: An early medical institution in London that provided free medical treatment to the poor.
- London Operation: A surgical procedure for the treatment of hip dysplasia.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on London
- Wikipedia's article - London
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