Furrow

Furrow

Furrow (/ˈfʌroʊ/), from the Old English furh, is a term used in various medical contexts to describe a groove, trench, or channel in an organ or tissue.

Etymology

The term furrow originates from the Old English furh, which means a trench or a ditch. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century.

Medical Usage

In medical terminology, a furrow can refer to a number of different structures:

• In Dermatology, a furrow is a linear indentation in the skin, often associated with aging or certain skin conditions.
• In Neurology, the term is used to describe the grooves in the brain, also known as sulci.
• In Ophthalmology, a furrow can refer to a groove in the cornea or the iris.
• In Anatomy, furrows can be found in various organs and tissues, such as the gastrointestinal tract or the heart.

Related Terms

• Sulcus: A groove or furrow, especially one on the surface of the brain.
• Fissure: A long, narrow opening or line of breakage in the form of a crack, split, or groove.
• Rugae: Ridges or folds, such as those of the stomach or the skin.

See Also

• Groove (anatomy)
• List of medical roots, suffixes and prefixes

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Furrow
• Wikipedia's article - Furrow

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