Infraumbilical abdomen

What does "Infraumbilical abdomen" 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 term "infraumbilical abdomen" refers to the part of the stomach area that is located below the belly button. The word "infraumbilical" is a combination of "infra," which means below, and "umbilical," which relates to the belly button. So, when doctors talk about the "infraumbilical abdomen," they are discussing the lower part of the stomach. This area includes parts of the body like the lower intestines and bladder.

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