Other extremities

What does "Other extremities" 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

"Other extremities" in medicine refers to the limbs of the body that are not currently being discussed or examined. These could be the arms or legs, depending on the context. For example, if a doctor is discussing an injury to a patient's right leg, the "other extremities" would be the left leg and both arms. This term helps doctors to communicate clearly about different parts of the body.

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