# associatedAnatomy

The anatomy of the underlying organ system or structures associated with this entity.

## Expected Types

| Type | Description |
|------|-------------|
| [AnatomicalStructure](https://schema.org.ai/AnatomicalStructure) | Any part of the human body, typically a component of an anatomical system. Organs, tissues, and cells are all anatomical structures. |
| [AnatomicalSystem](https://schema.org.ai/AnatomicalSystem) | An anatomical system is a group of anatomical structures that work together to perform a certain task. Anatomical systems, such as organ systems, are one organizing principle of anatomy, and can include circulatory, digestive, endocrine, integumentary, immune, lymphatic, muscular, nervous, reproductive, respiratory, skeletal, urinary, vestibular, and other systems. |
| [SuperficialAnatomy](https://schema.org.ai/SuperficialAnatomy) | Anatomical features that can be observed by sight (without dissection), including the form and proportions of the human body as well as surface landmarks that correspond to deeper subcutaneous structures. Superficial anatomy plays an important role in sports medicine, phlebotomy, and other medical specialties as underlying anatomical structures can be identified through surface palpation. For example, during back surgery, superficial anatomy can be used to palpate and count vertebrae to find the site of incision. Or in phlebotomy, superficial anatomy can be used to locate an underlying vein; for example, the median cubital vein can be located by palpating the borders of the cubital fossa (such as the epicondyles of the humerus) and then looking for the superficial signs of the vein, such as size, prominence, ability to refill after depression, and feel of surrounding tissue support. As another example, in a subluxation (dislocation) of the glenohumeral joint, the bony structure becomes pronounced with the deltoid muscle failing to cover the glenohumeral joint allowing the edges of the scapula to be superficially visible. Here, the superficial anatomy is the visible edges of the scapula, implying the underlying dislocation of the joint (the related anatomical structure). |

## Used on Types

| Type | Description |
|------|-------------|
| [MedicalCondition](https://schema.org.ai/MedicalCondition) | Any condition of the human body that affects the normal functioning of a person, whether physically or mentally. Includes diseases, injuries, disabilities, disorders, syndromes, etc. |
| [PhysicalActivity](https://schema.org.ai/PhysicalActivity) | Any bodily activity that enhances or maintains physical fitness and overall health and wellness. Includes activity that is part of daily living and routine, structured exercise, and exercise prescribed as part of a medical treatment or recovery plan. |

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