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Definition of Hypochondrium

1. Noun. The upper region of the abdomen just below the lowest ribs on either side of the epigastrium.

Definition of Hypochondrium

1. n. Either of the hypochondriac regions.

Definition of Hypochondrium

1. Noun. (anatomy) The upper region of the abdomen, below the lower ribs, each side of the epigastrium. ¹

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Medical Definition of Hypochondrium

1. Either of the hypochondriac regions. Origin: L, fr. Gr, from under the cartilage of the breastbone; under + cartilage. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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