anterolateral
- adjective
- /ˌæntəroʊˈlætərəl/
- Specialized
- All injections were given intramuscularly in the anterolateral area of the thigh.
- anterolateral thigh
- anterolateral thigh flap
- anterolateral thoracotomy
Examples
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The two anatomical sites recommended as routine injection sites are the anterolateral thigh and the deltoid muscle.
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In the head and neck region, the anterolateral thigh flap has been used most often, with good results and excellent reliability.
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The last portion to close is the anterolateral corner.
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The wires were retrieved via an anterolateral thoracotomy.
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A localized inflammatory process has caused an anterolateral displacement of the left globe (arrow).
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Ear cartilage grafts from the cavum conchae were harvested through an anterolateral approach.
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Both the radial forearm and anterolateral thigh flap are useful in head and neck reconstruction, but these donor sites are in areas of high visibility.
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The incisions for both DIEP and TDAP flaps are located in better cosmetic locations than both anterolateral thigh and radial forearm flaps.
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The doctor explained that an injection in the anterolateral side of the thigh is less painful than in other areas.
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To treat the injury, the surgeon made an incision in the anterolateral region of the knee.
Synonyms
On the front and side of the body or a body part
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Morphology
Etymology
Anterolateral comes from two parts: antero- from ante meaning 'before' or 'front', and -lateral from latus meaning 'side'. So, like the words anterior ('front') and lateral ('side'), anterolateral means toward the 'front' and the 'side' of the body.