Template talk:Anatomy-stub

Ideas and Suggestions for Improving the "Anatomy-stub" Template

This page is for discussing ideas, suggestions, and improvements to the {{Anatomy-stub}} template. The {{Anatomy-stub}} template is used to mark articles about anatomy as stubs, indicating that they need further content to meet Wikipedia's standards.

Purpose of the Template

The {{Anatomy-stub}} template is applied to articles about anatomical structures, systems, and related topics. This includes organs, tissues, cells, and body systems. The goal is to encourage contributors to expand these articles, providing detailed and accurate information about human and comparative anatomy.

Possible Improvements to the Template

Here are some ideas for improving the {{Anatomy-stub}} template:

• Expand Specific Categories: Anatomy articles cover a wide range of topics. Consider adding parameters to the template for better classification:
• `category` (e.g., "human anatomy", "animal anatomy", "microscopic anatomy", "developmental anatomy")
• `system` (e.g., "nervous system", "musculoskeletal system", "cardiovascular system", etc.)

• Subcategories for Fields:
• {{Histology-stub}} – For articles about histology or the microscopic structure of tissues.
• {{Embryology-stub}} – For articles related to embryology and developmental anatomy.
• {{Comparative anatomy-stub}} – For articles about comparative anatomy across species.

• Visual Enhancements: Including a recognizable icon or banner, such as a depiction of a human body, an organ, or a microscopic structure, could make the stub template more noticeable and visually engaging.

• Links to Projects: Add links to relevant WikiProjects like:
• Wikipedia:WikiProject Anatomy
• Wikipedia:WikiProject Medicine
• Wikipedia:WikiProject Biology

Suggestions for Improving Anatomy Articles

Here are ideas for contributors to help expand anatomy-related articles and move them beyond stub status:

• Detailed Descriptions: Articles should include a thorough description of the anatomical structure, covering:
• Location and relationships with surrounding structures (e.g., proximal or distal to another organ)
• Appearance, size, and shape (e.g., structural variations between species or individuals)

• Function and Physiology: Explain the structure's role in the body system it belongs to. For example:
• How an organ like the liver functions in digestion or metabolism.
• How a muscle contracts to facilitate movement.

• Development: Include information on embryological development:
• The formation of the structure during embryogenesis.
• Associated developmental pathways or gene expression.

• Clinical Significance: Expand on the relevance of the structure in medicine:
• Conditions or diseases associated with it (e.g., appendicitis for the appendix).
• Diagnostic methods and surgical procedures related to the structure.

• Comparative Anatomy: Include comparisons between species where applicable:
• For example, differences in the skeletal system between humans and other mammals.

• Diagrams and Images: Add or improve anatomical diagrams to enhance understanding. Sources like Wikimedia Commons or public domain medical illustrations can be used.

• Etymology: Many anatomical terms have Latin or Greek origins. Include the etymology to help readers understand the terminology.

• Citations: Use reliable sources like:
• Gray's Anatomy (textbook)
• Peer-reviewed journals
• Educational websites like PubMed or MedlinePlus

• Linking Related Topics: Ensure articles link to related anatomical structures and concepts to provide context and improve navigability. For example:
• A page on the heart should link to cardiac cycle, arteries, and veins.

Section for Contributors

If you're interested in contributing to anatomy-related articles, here are some steps to get started:

1. Browse articles marked with the {{Anatomy-stub}} template in the. 2. Select an article and expand it with information about structure, function, clinical relevance, and more. 3. Use reliable references, including textbooks and peer-reviewed journal articles, to ensure accuracy. 4. Add internal links to related articles for broader context.

Related Templates

Here are some related stub templates that may be useful:

• {{Histology-stub}} – For articles about the microscopic structure of tissues.
• {{Embryology-stub}} – For articles about developmental anatomy.
• {{Neuroanatomy-stub}} – For articles about the anatomy of the nervous system.
• {{Physiology-stub}} – For articles focusing on physiological processes.

Discussions and Feedback

Please use this space to share your ideas, questions, or feedback about improving the {{Anatomy-stub}} template or anatomy-related articles. Collaboration is welcome to enhance the quality and scope of anatomical content on Wikipedia.

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