What does "Midline" 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.
"Midline" in a medical context refers to an imaginary line that runs down the center of the body, dividing it into two equal halves - the right and the left. When something is described as being "midline", it means it's located right in the middle of the body or body part. For example, if a feature on the tongue is described as "midline", it means it's located in the center of the tongue.
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