thanh mạc
Definition
- Noun (Anatomy):
- Serous membrane: A thin, smooth membrane that lines certain internal cavities of the body and secretes a serous fluid to reduce friction. It consists of two layers: the parietal layer lining the cavity wall and the visceral layer covering the internal organs.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Viêm thanh mạc có thể gây đau đớn. (Inflammation of the serous membrane can be painful.)
- Thanh mạc bao bọc và bảo vệ nhiều cơ quan. (The serous membrane covers and protects many organs.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is primarily used in specialized medical and biological contexts. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation.
Variants and Related Words
- Viêm thanh mạc (n): Serositis; inflammation of a serous membrane.
- Viêm thanh mạc là một biến chứng có thể xảy ra. (Serositis is a possible complication.)
Synonyms
- Serosa: A synonym used in medical terminology.
Related Terms
- Màng phổi: Pleura; the serous membrane surrounding the lungs.
- Màng bụng: Peritoneum; the serous membrane lining the abdominal cavity.
- Dịch thanh mạc: Serous fluid; the lubricating fluid secreted by a serous membrane.