abdominal region
The 'abdominal region' refers to specific areas within the abdomen used in medical and anatomical contexts to locate and identify organs and structures.
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Definition
C1Anatomy
(technical, medical)One of the specific areas within the abdomen used to help identify and locate organs.
Example
- Doctors often refer to the abdominal region to describe the location of pain or abnormalities.
- The ultrasound focused on the upper right abdominal region to examine the liver.
B2General
(common)The part of the body between the chest and the pelvis containing digestive organs.
Example
- She felt a sharp pain in her abdominal region after eating.
- Exercises targeting the abdominal region can help strengthen core muscles.
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