communication interauriculaire
The English phrase 'atrial septal defect' is translated into French as communication interauriculaire.
communication interauriculaire is the medical term for a congenital heart condition characterized by a hole in the wall that separates the two upper chambers of the heart.
What does it mean word for word?
The term is built from communication (meaning a connection or opening), the prefix inter- (meaning between) and auriculaire (relating to the atria or auricles).
Did you know?
- In French, the word auriculaire used in this phrase is the same word used to describe the 'pinky finger', as both the heart's atria and the smallest finger are shaped like a little ear.
- In French medical shorthand, doctors often abbreviate communication interauriculaire as CIA, which is a confusing coincidence since 'CIA' is the common acronym for the US intelligence agency.
- While the English term 'defect' implies something broken, the French communication describes the physiological result of the hole, which is a pathway or connection between the two chambers.
Examples in context
- Il a une communication interauriculaire.He has an atrial septal defect.
- Le diagnostic est une communication interauriculaire.The diagnosis is an atrial septal defect.
- Cette communication interauriculaire doit être opérée.This atrial septal defect needs surgery.
Example conversation
Emma and Nathan are discussing a medical report at the hospital.
- EmmaNathan, le rapport mentionne une communication interauriculaire.Nathan, the report mentions an atrial septal defect.
- NathanEst-ce que c'est grave pour lui ?Is it serious for him?
- EmmaCela nécessite une surveillance étroite.It requires close monitoring.
- NathanJe comprends, merci pour l'information.I understand, thank you for the information.
