Latus (anatomy)

Latus (anatomy)

Infobox Anatomy
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Latin = regio lateralis
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Caption = Surface lines of the front of the thorax and abdomen. (Latus labeled as "lumbar".)


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The latus is a region of the abdomen between the hypochondrium and inguinal region.

In some contexts, it is sometimes called the flank or lumbar region.


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