Dorsal surface of the bone

What does "Dorsal surface of the bone" 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

The "dorsal surface of the bone" refers to the backside or rear part of a bone. In simpler terms, if you think of your hand, the dorsal surface would be the back of your hand, not the palm side. This term is used in medicine to describe the location of an injury, a disease, or a surgical procedure on a bone. It helps doctors to be precise about where exactly on a bone a problem is located.

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