Bilateral

What does "Bilateral" 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

"Bilateral" is a term used in medical documents to indicate that something is happening on both sides of the body. For example, if a condition or observation is described as "bilateral", it means it's occurring or present in the same way on the left and right side. It's like saying "on both sides".

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