Left lateral aspect of the abdominal wall

What does "Left lateral aspect of the abdominal wall" 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 "left lateral aspect of the abdominal wall" refers to the left side of the stomach area. Imagine a line running down the middle of your body, from your head to your toes. The left lateral aspect of the abdominal wall is everything to the left of that line in your stomach area. It's the side part of your belly on your left.

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