ANASTOMOSE Meaning and
Definition
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Anastomose is a verb used in the medical and biological sciences to describe the process of connecting two or more blood vessels, nerve fibers, or other tubular structures that are normally separate and distinct. This connection is typically achieved through the creation of a natural or artificial passage, known as an anastomosis, which allows communication or flow between these structures.
The term "anastomose" is derived from the Greek words "ana," meaning "up," and "stoma," meaning "mouth," indicating the concept of joining or connecting. In the context of blood vessels, anastomoses are an essential part of the circulatory system, serving as alternative pathways for blood flow when normal blood vessels are compromised or blocked. By forming connections between different segments of the same vessel or between different vessels, anastomoses provide collateral circulation, ensuring the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to tissues even in the presence of occlusion or damage.
Anastomosis is not limited to blood vessels and can also occur in various anatomical structures, such as nerve endings, bronchi, or intestines. This process plays a vital role in restoring function and maintaining the viability of the affected tissue. Surgeons may also intentionally create anastomoses during surgical procedures to bypass damaged or obstructed areas. This allows for recuperation, wound healing, and the reestablishment of proper functioning.
Overall, anastomose refers to the connection or joining of separate structures, particularly blood vessels and nerves, for the purpose of allowing communication or flow between them.
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1. To open one into the other directly or by connecting channels, said of blood-vessels and lymphatics, and also of nerves 2. To unite by means of an anastomosis; to form an anastomosis.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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To unite the mouth of one vessel to another, as one vein to another; to inosculate.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for ANASTOMOSE
- znastomose
- snastomose
- wnastomose
- qnastomose
- abastomose
- amastomose
- ajastomose
- ahastomose
- anzstomose
- ansstomose
- anwstomose
- anqstomose
- anaatomose
- anaztomose
- anaxtomose
- anadtomose
- anaetomose
- anawtomose
- anasromose
Etymology of ANASTOMOSE
The word "anastomose" has its origins in the Greek language.
The term "anastomose" comes from the Greek word "anastomoūn", which is a combination of two Greek words: "ana" meaning "again" or "throughout", and "stoma" meaning "mouth".
The term "anastomoūn" was used to denote the joining or connection of two or more things, often used in the context of arteries, veins, or other tubular structures within the human body. Over time, the term was adapted into various languages, including Latin and English, while maintaining its fundamental meaning of "to join" or "to unite".
In the medical field, "anastomose" is primarily used to describe the surgical or natural connections made between blood vessels, nerves, or other tubular structures in the body to create alternative pathways for blood flow or communication.
Similar spelling words for ANASTOMOSE
- anastomotic,
- anoestrum,
- anastomosis,
- anastylosis,
- anastigmat,
- anoestrus,
- anisette,
- anisotropy,
- anoestrous,
- anastomus,
- angstrom,
- anastrophe,
- Anastasio.
Conjugate verb Anastomose
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