Soviet Medical Encyclopedia

Apical

Anatomy

Also known as: Apex

Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.

Summary

This entry defines the term 'apical' as relating to the apex or vertex. It notes its usage in describing an upward-facing orientation or a superior pole.

Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)

APICAL (from Latin apex—vertex), turned upward; apical pole—upper, parietal pole.

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“Apical.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/apical/