Anterior median

Anterior Median is a term used in anatomy to describe a position or direction in the body. It is often used in reference to the central nervous system and the circulatory system.

Definition

The term "anterior median" is composed of two parts: "anterior", which means towards the front, and "median", which means in the middle. Therefore, "anterior median" refers to a position that is towards the front and in the middle of the body or organ.

Usage in Anatomy

In the context of anatomy, "anterior median" is used to describe the location of various structures in the body. For example, the anterior median fissure is a groove that runs along the front of the spinal cord, dividing it into two symmetrical halves. Similarly, the anterior median vein is a blood vessel that runs along the front and middle of the body.

Usage in Neuroanatomy

In neuroanatomy, the term "anterior median" is often used to describe the location of various structures in the brain and spinal cord. For example, the anterior median sulcus is a groove that runs along the front of the spinal cord, dividing it into two symmetrical halves.

Usage in Circulatory System

In the context of the circulatory system, "anterior median" is used to describe the location of various blood vessels. For example, the anterior median vein is a blood vessel that runs along the front and middle of the body.

See Also

• Anatomy
• Neuroanatomy
• Circulatory system