CAVUM DOUGLASI Meaning and
Definition
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Cavum Douglasi is a Latin term that refers to a specific anatomical feature within the human body. It is derived from the Latin word "cavum," meaning cavity, and "Douglasi," which is named after Sir James Douglas, a Scottish anatomist who extensively studied the human body.
In medical terminology, Cavum Douglasi is a potential space or a virtual cavity located in the pelvic region between the rectum and the posterior (back) wall of the uterus in females. This space is of clinical importance as it allows for potential fluid accumulation or the spread of infections or diseases within the pelvic area.
The Cavum Douglasi is anatomically situated within the rectouterine pouch, which is also known as the pouch of Douglas or the cul-de-sac. It is the deepest part of the peritoneal cavity in the pelvic region. The peritoneal cavity is the space between the visceral peritoneum (lining of the organs) and the parietal peritoneum (lining of the abdominal and pelvic walls).
When examining the pelvis during diagnostic procedures like ultrasound or laparoscopy, healthcare professionals may evaluate the presence or absence of fluid in the Cavum Douglasi. The size, content, and any abnormalities in this area can provide important information about the health of the patient, potentially aiding in the diagnosis or management of various conditions, such as pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, or even certain malignancies.
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A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for CAVUM DOUGLASI
- cavum Douglasy
- cavum Douglasa
- cavum Douglasm
- cavum Douglash
- c avum douglasi
- ca vum douglasi
- cav um douglasi
- cavu m douglasi
- cavum d ouglasi
- cavum do uglasi
- cavum dou glasi
- cavum doug lasi
- cavum dougl asi
- cavum dougla si
- cavum douglas i
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