Superior area

What does "Superior area" 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

In medicine, the term "superior area" is used to describe a part of the body that is located above or higher than another part. It's a way of explaining the position of something. For example, your chest is superior to your stomach because it's located above it. This term helps doctors and medical professionals communicate more precisely about where things are in the body.

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