No significant obstruction distally

What does "No significant obstruction distally" 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

"No significant obstruction distally" is a medical term often used in diagnostic reports. In simple terms, it means that there is no major blockage or hindrance found towards the end of a certain pathway in the body. This could refer to various systems in the body such as blood vessels, digestive tract, or airways. The term 'distally' is used to describe a location further away from the center of the body.

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