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Definition of Pars anterior
1. Noun. The anterior part of the anterior pituitary.
Exact synonyms: Pars Distilis
Generic synonyms: Ductless Gland, Endocrine, Endocrine Gland
Group relationships: Adenohypophysis, Anterior Pituitary, Anterior Pituitary Gland
Generic synonyms: Ductless Gland, Endocrine, Endocrine Gland
Group relationships: Adenohypophysis, Anterior Pituitary, Anterior Pituitary Gland
Medical Definition of Pars anterior
1. The portion of a structure that tlies most forward, or closest to the front surface relative to other parts; in human anatomy, the ventral portion of a structure. See: anterior part of anterior commissure of brain, anterior part of diaphragmatic surface of liver, anterior part of fornix of vagina. Synonym: pars anterior. (05 Mar 2000)