THE ROLE OF LATIN LANGUAGE AND MEDICAL TERMS

N Kenjaeva

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Volume 5, Issue 10: Special Issue
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ISSN: 2181-2020

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THE ROLE OF LATIN LANGUAGE AND MEDICAL TERMS

Kenjaeva N.D.

Tashkent Pharmaceutical Institute, Tashkent city, Republic of Uzbekistan

e-mail: nigoraken@mail.ru

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17311953

Relevance:

The Latin language and medical terminology are important in the field of medicine,

and their study and use are necessary for the effective and accurate transmission of medical
knowledge. Many terms used in medicine come from Latin, which creates a common language for
medical professionals and facilitates international communication. Latin has historically been the
main language of science and medicine. It has been widely used in medical literature, research and
education for centuries.

Purpose of the study:

The importance of Latin in the medical field is that it provides a clear

and standardized form of terminology. This reduces misunderstandings between medical
professionals, doctors and students, and allows accurate and efficient delivery of medical information.
Medical terminology, on the other hand, consists of special words and phrases used in various fields
of medicine, such as anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmacology. These terms help to
accurately describe medical processes, diseases, treatments, and patient conditions.

Materials and methods:

Knowledge of medical terminology is important for doctors and other

medical professionals when communicating with patients, completing medical records, and
conducting scientific research. Also, the study of the Latin language and medical terminology serves
the development of scientific research and innovation in the field of medicine. Medical terms and
phrases are often associated with new diseases, treatments, and medical technologies that are essential
for medical professionals to understand and use. Therefore, the importance of the science of Latin
language and medical terminology in medicine is reflected not only in acquiring medical knowledge,
but also in communicating with patients, preparing medical documents and conducting scientific
research. These subjects form a necessary basis for professional development and quality service in
the field of medicine. The Latin language originated in ancient Rome and has been widely used in
science, literature and medicine for centuries. In the field of medicine, many classical works,
including the works of Galen, Hippocrates and Avicenna, were written in Latin. This, in turn,
contributed to the development of medical terminology and the formation of a common language
among medical professionals.

Medical terminology is a set of special words and phrases used in the medical field to describe

diseases, treatments, anatomical structures, and other medical processes reduces misunderstandings.
For example, the word "infection" refers to a specific type of disease, and by using this word, a doctor
can give specific information to a patient. A common language is necessary for international
cooperation and research in the field of medicine. Latin language and medical terminology facilitate
communication between medical professionals and ensure understanding between professionals from
different countries. Medical terminology helps to create clear expressions in scientific research and
articles. This, in turn, is important in the study of new diseases, treatments and medical technologies.
In the process of medical education, the study of Latin language and medical terminology provides
necessary knowledge for students. Many subjects taught in medical schools, from anatomy to
pharmacology, for example, are based on Latin terms.

Conclusions:

Latin language and medical terminology play an important role in medicine, not

only in theoretical knowledge, but also in practical activities. Doctors, nurses, and other medical

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