Super segment

What does "Super segment" 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

"Super segment" in a medical document refers to a specific part of the lung. The lungs are divided into smaller sections called lobes, and these lobes are further divided into even smaller parts called segments. So, a "super segment" is just a way of referring to one of these smaller parts of a lung lobe. It's like a neighborhood in the city of your lung.

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