Posterior

What does "Posterior" 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

"Posterior" is a term used in medical documents to describe the location of something in the body. It refers to the back side of the body or a body part. For example, if something is located at the "posterior" of the body, it means it's towards the back. This term helps doctors to describe precisely where something is located in the body.

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