the same side as distinct from contralateral. Often used to refer to the teeth, joint or muscles on the same side as chewing is occurring.
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Refers to the remaining breast when a unilateral mastectomy has removed one breast. ... (16 Dec 1997) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
Type: Term Pronunciation: ip′si-lat′ĕr-ăl Definitions: 1. On the same side, with reference to a given point, a dilated pupil on the same side as an extradural hematoma with contralateral limbs being paretic. Synonyms: homolateral Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=45648
Ipsilateral: On the same side. A study of 'ipsilateral breast tumor recurrence following lumpectomy and radiation therapy' pertains to cancer returning in the same breast as has been treated. A lesion in the right side of the brain may affect vision ipsilaterally, in the right eye. The opposite of ipsilateral is contralateral which refers to the ot... Found on http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=4041