What does "Sagittal" 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.
Sagittal describes an upright slice running from front to back, separating the body into right and left parts. On medical images, it gives a side-on view within that slice. The slice does not have to pass through the exact middle; that specific position is called the median plane.
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