precordium (Meaning)
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precordium (n)
the external surface of the body overlying the heart and stomach
Synonyms & Antonyms of precordium
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the external surface of the body overlying the heart and stomach
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The precordium is the region of the chest that overlies the heart.
Auscultation of the precordium can reveal abnormal heart sounds.
Palpation of the precordium may detect a displaced apex beat.
The precordium is divided into four quadrants by the sternum and the nipple lines.
