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externa

externa

9.9
The outer layer of an organ or body part that gives support
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Otitis externa occurs as a result of trauma to the external ear canal.
  • otitis externa
  • acute otitis externa
  • malignant otitis externa

Examples

  • Most cases occur in association with chronic otitis externa and/or chronic otitis media.

    Academic text (2009)
  • So we should be careful in treating otitis externa with an antibacterial over the long term because we might be predisposing our patients to more trouble in the future.

    Academic text (2004)
  • We need a defined treatment plan for a patient with otitis externa.

    Academic text (2006)
  • Otitis externa is also caused by hearing aids and excessive moisture, especially during hot and humid weather.

    Academic text (2006)
  • Finally, if a case of AOE does not resolve over time, do not assume that it is chronic otitis externa.

    Academic text (2004)
  • Although fungal organisms are not common in acute otitis externa, their role in the chronic form is less well understood.

    Academic text (2001)
  • Dr. Billy Giles: Acute uncomplicated otitis externa is more common in adults than children.

    Academic text (2006)
  • Fungal infections often follow bacterial infections in patients with otitis externa.

    Academic text (2004)
  • Inflammation of the pinna can occur in conjunction with polychondritis and otitis externa.

    Academic text (2003)
  • Otitis externa can lead to discomfort and requires prompt treatment to prevent complications.

Synonyms

adventitia
vsexterna
  • Specialized
9.9

Outer layer of tissue around an organ or blood vessel that holds it in place

is a general term for any external layer of an organ

Compounds

otitis externa
  • Specialized
7.2

An infection or swelling of the outer part of the ear that causes pain, redness, and discharge

vena nasalis externa
  • Specialized
9.9

A small vein that carries blood from the outside of the nose into a larger vein near the face

Surface Forms

externa singular
externae plural

Etymology

Externa comes from the Latin root ex- meaning 'out' and externus meaning 'outside', like in the English word external. So externa refers to the 'outer' or 'outside' layer of an organ.