Midline of the skin

What does "Midline of the skin" 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 "midline of the skin" is a term used in medicine to describe an imaginary line that runs down the center of the body, dividing it into two equal halves. This line starts from the top of the head and goes all the way down to the feet. It is used as a reference point by doctors and medical professionals to locate and describe the position of different body parts or abnormalities like wounds or tumors.

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