NIH MeSH · D004930Named Groups
Inuit
Also known asInuk · Inuits · Eskimos · Eskimo · Aleuts · Aleut · Kalaallits · Kalaallit · Inupiats · Inupiat
Definition
Inuktitut-speakers generally associated with the northern polar region.
MeSH classification
- M01.270.968.500.600.375.500
- M01.686.477.250.600.375.500
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Common questions about Inuit
What does Inuit mean in medicine?
Inuktitut-speakers generally associated with the northern polar region. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Inuit known by any other names?
Yes. Inuit is also referred to as Inuk, Inuits, Eskimos, Eskimo in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Inuit sit in the medical classification?
Inuit falls under the broader medical category "Named Groups" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: M01.270.968.500.600.375.500, M01.686.477.250.600.375.500). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D004930) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗