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ipsilateral

/ˌaɪpsɪˈleɪtrəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does ipsilateral mean?

adjective

Relating to or affecting the same side of the body, especially in relation to a medical condition or surgical procedure. In anatomy, the term is used to describe structures or conditions that are on the same side of the body as the point of reference.

Example

"The doctor explained that the patient's ipsilateral arm was affected by the stroke."

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