Anatomy and Medical Terminology

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Anterior

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situated in the front

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Caudal

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toward the lower part of the body

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Distal/Proximal

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situated farthest from the midline or beginning of a body structure

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Dorsal/Ventral

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the back of organ or body

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Umbilicus

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commonly known as the belly button or navel, this pit in the center of the abdominal wall marks the point where the umbilical cord was attached before birth

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Dysplasia

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the abnormal development or growth of cells, or the presence of abnormal cells within a type of tissue

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Epidemic

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a sudden and widespread outbreak of a disease within a specific population group or area

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Epigastric

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located above the stomach

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Etiology

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study of the causes of diseases or abnormal conditions

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Hyperplasia

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an increase in the number of cells in a tissue or organ