Unilateral
Unilateral
Unilateral (/juːnɪˈlætərəl/; from Latin uni- meaning "one" and latus meaning "side") refers to something that affects, pertains to, or is performed on one side of something or someone. It is often used in medical contexts to describe symptoms, conditions, or procedures that are confined to or affect only one side of the body.
Related Terms
- Bilateral: Pertaining to both sides. The opposite of unilateral.
- Ipsilateral: Occurring on the same side of the body.
- Contralateral: Occurring on the opposite side of the body.
- Unilateralism: The doctrine or agenda that supports one-sided action.
- Unilateral Neglect: A common neurological syndrome where patients do not process and respond to sensory stimuli presented on one side.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, unilateral can refer to a wide range of conditions and symptoms. For example, Unilateral Hearing Loss refers to hearing loss that affects only one ear. Unilateral Pneumothorax is a condition where air collects on one side of the chest, causing that lung to collapse. Unilateral symptoms can also refer to pain, weakness, or other sensations that are only felt on one side of the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Unilateral
- Wikipedia's article - Unilateral
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