Superior and inferolateral directions

What does "Superior and inferolateral directions" 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

"Superior and inferolateral directions" is a term used in medicine to describe the position of something in the body. "Superior" means that something is located above or higher than another part. On the other hand, "inferolateral" means that something is located below and to the side of another part. These terms help doctors and medical professionals accurately describe where things are in the body.

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