Sagittal
Sagittal
Sagittal (pronunciation: /ˈsajɪt(ə)l/) is a term used in anatomy to describe a plane or section that divides the body into left and right portions. The term is derived from the Latin word "sagitta", meaning arrow, due to the sagittal plane's arrow-like division of the body.
Etymology
The term "sagittal" comes from the Latin word "sagitta", which means arrow. This is because the sagittal plane divides the body in a way that is reminiscent of an arrow's path.
Related Terms
- Sagittal Plane: An anatomical plane which divides the body into right and left parts.
- Sagittal Section: A section of an organ or body that is cut along the sagittal plane.
- Sagittal Suture: The fibrous joint that divides the two parietal bones of the skull.
- Sagittal Axis: The axis around which rotational or angular movement occurs in the sagittal plane.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sagittal
- Wikipedia's article - Sagittal
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