medical illustration

Shows body information by separating structures sections and annotations.

Visual traits

• body structures
• sections
• annotations

Expected changes

• Structures and sections are more likely to appear
• Annotation placement is more likely to be organized

Definition

An explanatory image making body structures or medical processes visible. It does not guarantee diagnosis treatment decisions or medical accuracy.

In more detail

It uses structures sections and annotations to explain the body or a process. Medical decisions require verified material.

Includes

• Images explaining body structures or processes

Excludes

• Diagnostic imaging
• Treatment instructions
• Medical advice

What this does not imply

• Diagnosis
• Treatment decisions
• Medical accuracy or safety assurance

Variability

Because the source is a weakly direct general reference, anatomical accuracy cannot be expected.

Usage

• Visually separate structures and annotations
• Do not use for medical decisions

Distinguish similar expressions

• Use professionals and verified material for diagnosis or treatment

Typical uses

• Explain an overview of body structure
• Diagram a medical process

Possible failure modes

• Structures become inaccurate
• Notes are illegible and can mislead