Anteriorly

What does "Anteriorly" 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

"Anteriorly" is a term used in medical documents to describe a location in the body. In simple terms, it means "towards the front". So, if something is moving or extending "anteriorly", it's moving towards the front part of the body. This term helps doctors to describe precisely where something is located or how it's moving in the body.

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