Cephalad

What does "Cephalad" 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

"Cephalad" is a term used in medicine to describe a direction in the human body. It means towards the head or above a certain point. For example, if a doctor says that something is located cephalad, they mean it is located closer to the head than another part of the body. It's a way for medical professionals to describe the location of body parts or medical conditions.

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