Body

What does "Body" 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

In a medical document, the term "body" often refers to a specific part of an organ or structure within the body. For example, in the context of the knee, the "body" of the medial meniscus refers to the main, central part of the meniscus, which is a piece of cartilage that provides a cushion between the thigh bone and shin bone. This term helps doctors describe exactly where a problem is located.

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