Pocket (Medicine)
Pocket (pronounced: /ˈpɒkɪt/) is a term used in various medical contexts. It is derived from the Middle English word "poket," meaning a small bag, which is itself derived from the Old North French word "poque."
Definition
In medicine, a pocket often refers to a small area or space in the body that is not normally present. This can be due to a variety of causes, such as infection, disease, or injury. For example, in dentistry, a periodontal pocket is a pathological deepening of the gingival sulcus around a tooth, often associated with periodontal disease.
Related Terms
- Periodontal Pocket: A pathological deepening of the gingival sulcus around a tooth, often associated with periodontal disease.
- Abscess: A confined pocket of pus that collects in tissues, organs, or spaces inside the body.
- Cyst: A closed sac, having a distinct membrane and division compared with the nearby tissue. It may contain air, fluids, or semi-solid material.
- Sinus: A hollow space in the body, these usually connect with the surface of the body in one way or another.
Etymology
The term pocket in the medical context is derived from the Middle English word "poket," which means a small bag. This is in turn derived from the Old North French word "poque." The use of the term in medicine is metaphorical, referring to a small space or cavity in the body that is not normally present.
Pronunciation
The word pocket is pronounced as /ˈpɒkɪt/.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pocket
- Wikipedia's article - Pocket
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