Head (also known as Heads): The upper part of the human body, or the front or upper part of the body of an animal, typically separated from the rest of the body by a neck, and containing the brain, mouth, and sense organs.

NIH MeSH · D006257Anatomy

Head

Also known asHeads

Definition

The upper part of the human body, or the front or upper part of the body of an animal, typically separated from the rest of the body by a neck, and containing the brain, mouth, and sense organs.

MeSH classification

  • A01.456

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Common questions about Head

What does Head mean in medicine?
The upper part of the human body, or the front or upper part of the body of an animal, typically separated from the rest of the body by a neck, and containing the brain, mouth, and sense organs. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Head known by any other names?
Yes. Head is also referred to as Heads in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Head sit in the medical classification?
Head falls under the broader medical category "Anatomy" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: A01.456). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
Where can I get a plain-language explanation of Head?
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D006257) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗