Infraumbilical vault

What does "Infraumbilical vault" 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

"Infraumbilical vault" is a medical term that refers to the area of the body located below the belly button, or navel. The term "infraumbilical" literally means "below the umbilicus," with "umbilicus" being the medical term for the belly button. The word "vault" in this context is used to describe a space or cavity within the body. So, in simple terms, the "infraumbilical vault" is the space inside the body that is located below the belly button.

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