Coronal
(adjective)
Relating to or located near the crown or top of the head, especially in the anatomy of the skull.
Origin:
Derived from the latin word 'corona', meaning 'crown' or 'wreath'.
Examples:
- The coronal section of the brain is responsible for controlling movement and sensation in the body.
- The coronal suture is a fibrous joint in the skull that runs from the front to the back of the head.
- The coronal plane is a vertical plane that runs from front to back and separates the head into anterior and posterior sections.
- The coronal images showed the tumors in the brain, allowing the doctors to make a diagnosis and plan a treatment.
- The coronal CT scan was performed to evaluate the structure of the skull and identify any abnormalities.