Medical Terminology (Anterior) Flashcards

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Medical Terminology (Anterior)

Anterior refers to a position at the front of the body or structure.
Posterior indicates a location at the back portion of the body or a structure.
Dorsal describes the back or a position in the back of the body.
Ventral pertains to the front of the body; it is synonymous with anterior in human anatomy.
Medial means located towards the middle or midline of the body or structure.
Lateral signifies a position away from the midline, often referring to the sides of the body.
Anterolateral combines anterior and lateral, describing a position at the front and one side of the body.
Abdominal relates to the abdomen, the area between the chest and pelvis.
Thoracic pertains to the chest region, housing vital organs such as the heart and lungs.
Mediastinal refers to the area between the lungs, containing the heart, trachea, esophagus, and other structures.

Medical Abbreviations

"Cap" is short for capsule, often referring to a small container.
CABG stands for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, a procedure to improve blood flow to the heart.
CAD represents Coronary Artery Disease, a condition characterized by narrowed coronary arteries.
CBC signifies Complete Blood Count, a common blood test that evaluates overall health and detects various disorders.
CHF stands for Congestive Heart Failure, a chronic condition where the heart is unable to pump sufficiently to maintain blood flow to meet the body’s needs.

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Test your knowledge of key medical terms related to the front and back of the body with these flashcards. This quiz covers essential vocabulary including anterior, posterior, dorsal, and ventral. Perfect for students studying health sciences and anatomy.