Inferior and superior lobes

What does "Inferior and superior lobes" 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

Inferior and superior lobes are terms used in medicine to describe different sections of an organ. The term "lobe" refers to a part of an organ that appears to be separate or distinct from the rest. "Inferior" means lower, while "superior" means upper. So, the inferior lobe is the lower part of an organ, and the superior lobe is the upper part.

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