Peri

Peri is a term used in medical parlance to denote the surrounding area or vicinity of an organ or a part of the body. It is derived from the Greek word 'peri', which means 'around' or 'about'. This term is often used as a prefix in medical terminology.

Usage in Medical Terminology[edit | edit source]

In medical terminology, 'peri' is used as a prefix to indicate the area surrounding a specific organ or body part. For example, the term 'pericardium' refers to the double-walled sac that surrounds the heart. Similarly, 'perineum' refers to the area between the anus and the genitals.

Examples of Terms with 'Peri'[edit | edit source]

Here are some examples of medical terms that use 'peri' as a prefix:

Pericardium: The double-walled sac that surrounds the heart.
Perineum: The area between the anus and the genitals.
Periosteum: A dense layer of vascular connective tissue enveloping the bones except at the surfaces of the joints.
Peritoneum: The serous membrane lining the cavity of the abdomen and covering the abdominal organs.

References[edit | edit source]

Stedman's Medical Dictionary. 28th Edition. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2005.
Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary. 32nd Edition. Elsevier Saunders, 2011.

Peri Resources
Need Help Finding a Doctor? Need help finding a doctor or specialist anywhere in the world? Explore our world directory. WikiMD's DocFinder can assist you in locating millions of physicians.	Medical Knowledge Access the latest research - Most recent articles Ongoing trials.