Neuroanatomy
- Planes of Section:
- Sagittal: divides left/right.
- Coronal: divides front/back.
- Horizontal (axial): divides top/bottom.
- Directional Terms:
- Rostral (anterior) = toward front.
- Caudal (posterior) = toward back.
- Dorsal (superior) = upward. (unless looking at spine, then dorsal is pointing out of your back)
- Ventral (inferior) = downward.
- Medial = toward midline; lateral = away from midline.
- Ipsilateral: same side.
- Contralateral: opposite side.
