Landmark
Landmark (medicine)
Landmark (pronounced: /ˈlan(d)ˌmärk/) in the field of medicine refers to a recognizable anatomical feature on the body of a patient that serves as a guide for medical or surgical procedures.
Etymology
The term 'landmark' is derived from the Old English words 'land', meaning ground or soil, and 'mearc', meaning boundary or mark. In a medical context, it was first used in the 19th century to describe identifiable physical features on the human body.
Related Terms
- Anatomy: The study of the structure of organisms and their parts.
- Surgical Procedure: A method for treating a condition or disease by making an incision in the body.
- Medical Procedure: A course of action intended to achieve a result in the delivery of healthcare.
- Patient: A person receiving or registered to receive medical treatment.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, landmarks are used to ensure the correct location of treatment. For example, the sternum is a landmark for central venous catheter placement, while the navel (umbilicus) is a landmark for certain abdominal assessments.
Landmarks can also be used in non-invasive procedures. For instance, the knee is a landmark for measuring leg length, and the elbow is a landmark for measuring arm length.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Landmark
- Wikipedia's article - Landmark
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