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Word Trick ( Ileum vs Ilium )

5/7/2014

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When the transcriptionist is transcribing or editing a report, sometimes he or she confuses between the "ileum and ilium" as they are sound alike words.

So here is the trick to remember.......


Ileum

Word : Ileum


Meaning : The part of small intestine

When transcriptionist transcribe or edit the gastrointestinal report he or she might confuse with these words. So here is the trick to remember which word to use.

In word "Ileum" there is an "e" which is coiled like an intestine. So remember when gastroenterologist is dictating, then use word " Ileum."



Ilium

Word : Ilium

Meaning : The uppermost and largest bone of the pelvis


As well as when transcriptionist transcribe or edit the orthopedics report he or she might also get confuse with these words.

In word  "Ilium" there is an "i" which is straight like a bone. So remember when orthopedic surgeon is dictating, then use word "Ilium."

 


3 Comments
Linny
12/31/2015 04:28:13 pm

Thanks for the word trick. I have always had to double check myself when using these words. Now I won't. Thanks Again! ;D

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Oksana link
3/3/2016 09:03:13 am

Great way to remember.
Thank you.

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Rhonda Roaming link
12/6/2020 08:10:35 pm

Loved reading this, thank you

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