Medial most distal drill hole

What does "Medial most distal drill hole" 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

"Medial most distal drill hole" is a term used in medical procedures, particularly in surgeries involving bones. "Medial" refers to the position closer to the middle of the body, "distal" means further away from the center of the body, and a "drill hole" is a hole made by a surgical drill. So, in simple terms, it refers to the drill hole that is furthest away from the center of the body, but still closer to the middle of the body.

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