Medial

Medialis

Definition

Juliette Garnodier

Medial refers to the part of an organ or a section that is closest to the median plane. This term is also opposed to “lateral,” but it should not be confused with “median.”

References

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