Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

parasagittal

adjective

/ˌpærəˈsædʒɪtəl/

Definition

Related to or denoting a plane that divides the body into unequal left and right parts, parallel to the sagittal plane.

Examples

The MRI scan shows parasagittal views of the brain that help in diagnosing disorders.
In anatomy classes, students learn about the significance of parasagittal cuts in understanding the human body.
The surgeon required a parasagittal incision to access the targeted area.

Meaning

The term describes a specific anatomical orientation in which a section of the body is cut parallel to the midline, resulting in segments that are not equal.