Lateral downsloping

What does "Lateral downsloping" 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

"Lateral downsloping" is a term used to describe a certain shape or angle of a part of the shoulder blade, specifically a part called the acromion. In simple terms, if something is "downsloping," it means it's sloping or tilting downwards. When this term is used in relation to the acromion, it's describing how this part of the shoulder blade is angled or shaped. "Lateral" refers to the side, so "lateral downsloping" means the side of the acromion is sloping downwards.

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