Right midclavicular line

What does "Right midclavicular line" 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

The "right midclavicular line" is a term used in medicine to describe an imaginary vertical line on the body. This line starts at the middle of the collarbone, or clavicle, on the right side and goes straight down the chest. Doctors and nurses use this line as a reference point to locate specific organs or structures in the body, such as the liver or the heart. It helps them to be precise when examining a patient or performing a procedure.

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