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Anatomical landmarks, front view

There are three body views (front, back, and side) that may be helpful if you are uncertain of a body area. Many areas are referred to both by descriptive and technical names. For example, the front of the elbow is called the cubital fossa.

Reviewed last on: 4/13/2006
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