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Medical Prefixes
Peri-
Commonly used in anatomy and pathophysiology, like periosteum or pericardium.
Literal Meaning
Around, surrounding
Actual Meaning
This means AROUND. Like "pericardium" is the sac around the heart.
Examples in Context

Pericarditis refers to inflammation of the surrounding heart membrane.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Think of 'perimeter' to visualize things that surround.
  • 2Use in medical terms to specify locations, like 'perioperative' (around surgery).
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