Lateral

Lateralis

Definition

Juliette Garnodier

For the limbs, the term lateral refers to a structure located on the outer side of the limb, that is, the part farthest from the median plane of the body, in opposition with the term medial.

References

  • Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 1, Ostéologie, 5th Edition, MaxiPrim, Pertuis, 2020.

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