Regions of the abdominopelvic cavity Flashcards
1
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Epigastric
A
The central part of the abdomen, just above the navel
2
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Hypochondriac
A
The areas to the right and left of the epigastric region just below the ribcage
3
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Umbilical
A
The area around the umbilicus
4
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Lumbar
A
The region of the lower back to the right and left of the umbilical region
5
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Hypogastric
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The area below the navel in the central part of the abdomen
6
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Iliac
A
The areas to the right and left of the hypogastric region near the hipbones