proximally Definition
in a proximal direction; toward the point of attachment or origin or a central point within the body.
Using proximally: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "proximally" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The injury was located proximally to the elbow joint.
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The tumor was found proximally to the stomach.
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The nerve damage was proximal to the wrist.
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Summary: proximally in Brief
The adverb 'proximally' [ˈpräksəməlē] refers to a direction towards the point of attachment or origin, or a central point within the body. It is commonly used in medical contexts to describe the location of an injury, tumor, or nerve damage.
