Inferior portion of C4

What does "Inferior portion of C4" 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 portion of C4" refers to the lower part of the fourth cervical vertebra, which is a bone in the neck. The cervical vertebrae are the bones that make up the neck portion of the spine. The term "inferior" is used to describe the location of this part of the C4 vertebra, indicating that it is towards the bottom or lower end of this specific bone.

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