2-d

What does "2-d" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"2-D" in the context of medicine typically refers to "two-dimensional." This means that the image or view being referred to only has two dimensions: length and width. It's like looking at a flat picture or a drawing on a piece of paper. This term is often used when talking about certain types of medical imaging, like ultrasounds or X-rays, which provide a flat image of what's inside the body.

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