Learning Modules - Medical Gross Anatomy
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Superficial - Deep A superficial structure is closer to the body surface (skin) than a deeper structure. Example: The sternum (breast-bone) is superficial to the more deeply lying heart. |
Superior - Inferior Superior means toward the top of the head. Inferior means toward the bottom of the feet. Cranial and caudal are often used interchangeably with superior and inferior. Example: The heart is superior to the liver. |
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