Right foramen

What does "Right foramen" 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

"Right foramen" refers to a small opening or hole on the right side of a structure in the body. These openings are found in many places throughout the body and allow for the passage of things like nerves and blood vessels. In the context of a spine, for example, the right foramen would be the opening through which nerves exit the spinal column on the right side.

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