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Anterior

Anatomical landmarks, front view
Anatomical landmarks, front view

Definition

   

Anterior means "in front of" or "the front surface of." The term usually refers to the front side of the body. For example, your knees and your face are on the anterior surfaces of your body.


Alternative Names

   
Ventral

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Review Date: 10/24/2006
Reviewd By: Daniel R Alexander, MD, Department of Internal Medicine, St. Mary's Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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