Coronal plane
Coronal Plane
The Coronal Plane (pronounced: kuh-ROH-nuhl playn) is an anatomical term used to describe one of the three main planes of the body used in radiological imaging. It is also known as the frontal plane.
Etymology
The term "coronal" is derived from the Latin word "corona", meaning "crown". This is because the plane is oriented like a crown placed on the head.
Definition
The coronal plane is a vertical plane that divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) halves. It is perpendicular to the Sagittal Plane and the Transverse Plane.
Usage in Medical Imaging
In medical imaging, such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT) scans, the coronal plane is used to create a frontal view of the body. This is particularly useful for visualizing the structure and position of the internal organs, as well as detecting any abnormalities or diseases.
Related Terms
- Anatomical Planes: The three main planes of the body used in radiological imaging, which include the coronal plane, sagittal plane, and transverse plane.
- Anterior: The front half of the body when divided by the coronal plane.
- Posterior: The back half of the body when divided by the coronal plane.
- Sagittal Plane: A vertical plane that divides the body into left and right halves.
- Transverse Plane: A horizontal plane that divides the body into upper (superior) and lower (inferior) halves.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Coronal plane
- Wikipedia's article - Coronal plane
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