Palmar to the second and third

What does "Palmar to the second and third" 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

"Palmar to the second and third" refers to the location of a certain structure in the hand. The term "palmar" means it's located on the palm side of the hand. "Second and third" refers to the second and third fingers, also known as the index and middle fingers. So, this phrase is describing something that is located on the palm side of the hand, near the index and middle fingers.

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