What is the word for bifurcation but with multi-branching?

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The term "furcation" accurately describes multi-branching, while "bifurcation" specifically refers to a split into two branches. The discussion also highlights the Venturi effect, which occurs in blood vessels, leading to decreased pressure due to increased outflow velocity. This phenomenon is critical in understanding hemodynamics, particularly in the context of cardiovascular function.

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I thought it would be polyfurcation but it s not in dictionary. Also if blood vessels use venturi effect to lower pressure in some places, what is the extra speed used for?
 
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ppppparker said:
I thought it would be polyfurcation but it s not in dictionary. Also if blood vessels use venturi effect to lower pressure in some places, what is the extra speed used for?

Furcation is the term for Multi-branching, Bi-furcation implies it splits into 'only' 2 branches, at that junction.

The venturi effect occurs on the outflow, which implies the pressure is decreased because the volume is evacuated more quickly.
Or,
http://www.healio.com/cardiology/learn-the-heart/cardiology-review/venturi-effect.

Fwiw, I am not a Medical practitioner but I did have a ASD, WPW, and DoKB repair a large number of years ago. :-)
 

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